Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings

Chicago



Candlelight Christmas Carols Concert at The Art Institute of Chicago

Candlelight concerts offer a live multi-sensory musical experience at notable Chicago locations, ideal for ages 8 and older.

Enjoy a tribute concert featuring Christmas Carols performed by a string quartet under candlelight at The Art Institute of Chicago. This event is not affiliated with or endorsed by the original artists or their representatives.

Event Details

  • Venue: The Art Institute of Chicago
  • Duration: 60 minutes
  • Doors Open: 45 minutes before the show
  • Age requirement: 8 years and older; under 16 must be accompanied by an adult
  • Accessibility: ADA compliant venue
  • Seating: Assigned on a first-come, first-served basis within each zone

No entry is allowed once the concert starts. Select your preferred date and time directly when booking tickets.

Performers and Program

The Metropolis String Quartet performs a program including:

  • 12 Days of Christmas
  • Angels from the Realms of Glory
  • Angels We Have Heard On High
  • Away in a Manger
  • Carol of the Bells
  • Deck the Halls
  • Ding Dong! Merrily on High
  • Do You Hear What I Hear
  • God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen
  • Good King Wenceslas
  • Greensleeves (What Child Is This)
  • Hark! The Herald Angels Sing
  • In the Bleak Mid-Winter
  • Joy to the World
  • O Christmas Tree (O Tannenbaum)
  • O Come All Ye Faithful
  • O Holy Night
  • O Little Town of Bethlehem
  • Silent Night
  • The First Noël

Additional Information

  • For private concerts or groups over 30, inquire via the booking link
  • View the event FAQ for details
  • Candlelight gift cards are available for purchase
  • Explore all Candlelight concerts in Chicago online

Book tickets in advance to secure your preferred date and zone. Arrive early to choose the best available seating within your assigned section. Consider bringing a light sweater, as cooling systems may be active in the venue.

Frequently Asked Questions

It is a live, multi-sensory Christmas carol concert held at The Art Institute of Chicago featuring string performances.
The concert takes place at The Art Institute of Chicago.
Doors open 45 minutes before the show starts; check the event website for exact times.
Guests must be 8 years or older, and those under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Yes, The Art Institute of Chicago is ADA compliant and accessible to all guests.
Seating is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis within each designated zone.
Yes, you can choose your preferred dates and times when booking tickets online.
No, the event is recommended for audiences aged 8 and older.
Check The Art Institute of Chicago's website for parking options and availability during the event.

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