Thanks to the magical Candlelight series, spectacular music venues in Leeds as well as a range of historic and culturally-significant settings are being illuminated by a sea of candles and breathtaking live music. The 180-year-old Leeds Minster and iconic Leeds City Museum set the scene for these spellbinding candlelit concerts that are paying tribute to classical composers and contemporary hit makers.
ABBA, Ludovico Einaudi, Taylor Swift, Coldplay, and more musical icons are being celebrated at these fabulous tributes. With a variety of concerts to enjoy inside the city’s most incredible venues, these intimate musical experiences can be enjoyed by everyone.
Leeds City Museum: A treasure trove of history
Leeds City Museum is a historical and cultural hub for the city of Leeds. Their exhibitions showcase artifacts that help tell some of the stories that make up the city’s rich history, and they also run multiple weekly workshops including arts and crafts programs and choir sessions. Established in 1819, the museum is a historic artifact in itself, and there are a total of six galleries here.
Thanks to the stunning architecture and gorgeous interior of Leeds Minster, the venues offers visitors a window into the past. Make your way to these historic buildings located in the heart of Leeds and experience a magical evening of live music illuminated by thousands of flickering candles. And if you’re still not 100% convinced, check out our top reasons why you should experience the magic of Candlelight in Leeds for yourself.