From landmark churches and grand mansions to iconic museums and historic hotels: these iconic Chicago venues are hosting Candlelight concerts this season

St Luke’s Episcopal Church in Evanston impresses with Neo-Gothic grandeur, stunning marble altar, and a renowned Skinner pipe organ—an inspiring backdrop for Candlelight concerts at St Luke’s Episcopal Church and live music near the Main-Dempster Mile. Located a short walk from the Main Street Purple Line station and near AMC Evanston 12, the church anchors a vibrant neighbourhood rich in arts and culture.

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St Luke’s Episcopal Church is located at 939 Hinman Avenue, Evanston.

The Arts Center of Oak Park boasts Neoclassical design, two stained-glass domes, and a 200-seat theater for Candlelight concerts at Arts Center of Oak Park and live music in Oak Park. Steps from the Oak Park Green Line station and close to the famed Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio, this historic venue anchors a neighbourhood brimming with culture and charm.

Arts Center of Oak Park is located at 200 North Oak Park Avenue, Oak Park.

Stan Mansion, a restored 1920s landmark in Logan Square, enchants with gilded ceilings, elegant ballrooms, and a stage perfectly set for Candlelight concerts at Stan Mansion and live music in Logan Square. Just a short walk from the Logan Square Blue Line station and a stone’s throw from the lively Milwaukee Avenue corridor, the venue sits near favorites like the Music Box Theatre and The Den Theatre for a full evening of culture.

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Stan Mansion is located at 2408 North Kedzie Boulevard, Chicago.

Wicker Park Lutheran Church captivates with vibrant stained-glass windows and a grand pipe organ, creating a stirring atmosphere for Candlelight concerts at Wicker Park Lutheran Church and live music in Chicago’s Wicker Park. Steps from the Damen Blue Line station and close to attractions like The Den Theatre and Chopin Theatre, this landmark sanctuary places visitors in the centre of a thriving arts and culture scene.

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Wicker Park Lutheran Church is located at 1500 North Hoyne Avenue, Chicago.

Set against the grand Beaux-Arts backdrop of the Art Institute of Chicago, a candlelight concert here elevates live music into an unforgettable cultural evening. This iconic museum—one of the oldest and largest in the U.S., home to world-renowned masterpieces across 5,000 years of art—offers a breathtaking setting where flickering candles illuminate classical tributes amid historic galleries. The blend of architectural splendor and artistic heritage makes it a uniquely atmospheric choice for concert-goers seeking something truly special in Chicago.

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The Art Institute of Chicago is located at 111 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago.

Candlelight concerts at Hyde Park Union Church bring live music in Hyde Park to a grand 1906 sanctuary shaped by Romanesque arches, a rose window and historic stained glass. Set at the corner of 56th Street and Woodlawn Avenue, the Chicago Landmark sits moments from Frank Lloyd Wright’s Frederick C. Robie House and the University of Chicago, offering an atmospheric cultural stop on the South Side.

Hyde Park Union Church is located at 5600 South Woodlawn Avenue, Chicago, Hyde Park.

Candlelight concerts at The Congress Plaza Hotel & Convention Center unfold amid early-20th-century grandeur, from ceiling murals to elegant period event rooms. This Michigan Avenue landmark anchors the South Loop, directly opposite Grant Park and close to the Art Institute of Chicago and Auditorium Theatre, making live music in South Loop easy to pair with an evening downtown. Its World’s Fair-era character lends an evocative backdrop to performances in one of Chicago’s most storied settings.

The Congress Plaza Hotel & Convention Center is located at 520 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, South Loop.

Reviews across the world rave about Candlelight. Here’s what Chicago has to say:

Symphony Center – Orchestra Hall: a landmark 2,522-seat concert hall featuring world-class acoustics and home to the legendary Chicago Symphony Orchestra.

Auditorium Theatre: a historic 3,875-seat venue celebrated for its stunning golden arches, intricate mosaics, and perfect acoustics for orchestras and ballet.

Harris Theater for Music and Dance: a modern, subterranean 1,499-seat theater with state-of-the-art acoustics and flexible staging, hosting everything from chamber ensembles to full-scale dance and opera.