Candlelight Concerts

Name: Candlelight Concerts
Start: 2026-09-12
End: 2026-11-14
Location: Banqueting House

This autumn, enjoy the music of Ed Sheeran, Coldplay, Taylor Swift and Oasis under candlelight

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When

12 September, 11 October and 14 November 2026

19:00 - 21:00

Ticketing information

Separate ticket (advance booking required)

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Beneath the magnificent Rubens ceiling, experience the magic of Candlelight at the Banqueting House, where breath-taking live music meets one of London’s most spectacular historic settings.

Illuminated by the warm glow of thousands of candles, these unforgettable concerts transform this iconic venue into an intimate and immersive musical experience.

Experience iconic performances

Presented by Fever, Candlelight has captivated millions of guests across more than 200 cities worldwide by reimagining some of the world’s most beloved music through stunning live performances by talented local musicians.

From contemporary chart-toppers to timeless classics, each programme offers a unique way to experience familiar favourites in an extraordinary atmosphere.

Enjoy an autumn candlelight concert

This autumn, Banqueting House will host a series of Candlelight concerts celebrating some of music’s most iconic artists. Enjoy the anthemic hits of Oasis, the heartfelt songs of Taylor Swift, or the unforgettable catalogue of Coldplay and Ed Sheeran, all beautifully reinterpreted by a live string quartet.

Surrounded by candlelight beneath the grandeur of Banqueting House’s historic interiors, audiences can expect an evening that is both intimate and unforgettable.

Whether you’re discovering Candlelight for the first time or returning for another magical evening, these concerts offer a fresh perspective on the music you love in one of London’s most remarkable venues.

Performance schedules

12 September 2026

19:00 – Coldplay Meets Ed Sheeran

21:00 – Tribute to Oasis

11 October 2026

19:00 – Tribute to Oasis

21:00 – Tribute to Taylor Swift

14 November 2026

19:00 – Tribute to Taylor Swift

21:00 – Coldplay Meets Ed Sheeran

Run time for each concert is 65 minutes.

Access information

A ramp down to the Undercroft is available for wheelchair users. An accessible toilet with baby changing facilities is available via via a step-free route in the Undercroft on the Ground Floor.

Please be aware the toilet is accessed down a short ramp with a handrail.

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Presenter Georgia Mann (BBC Radio 3) and sound engineer Rob Winter bring their project Classical DJ to the Banqueting House, creating a rich soundtrack inspired by the drama of the Stuart court and the palace’s extraordinary past.

Dates:
Saturday 15 and Sunday 16 August
Times: DJ sets 11:30 - 12:30 and 14:00 - 15:00. Entry from one hour before
Location: Banqueting House
Ticket type: Separate ticket (advance booking required)