Here in Baltimore, the city’s architecture tells its own story—grand, elegant, and full of character. Among these standout spaces, the world-famous Candlelight
concerts add an extra layer of magic. These live music experiences bathe venues like The Grand Baltimore and The Baltimore Museum of Art in a soft candlelit glow, where classical pieces performed by talented string quartets set the mood for truly special evenings. So what is it about these nights that lingers long after the final note? There are plenty of reasons to attend.
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Candlelight concert near you: venues in Baltimore
Meyerhoff Auditorium at The Baltimore Museum of Art by Candlelight
The Meyerhoff Auditorium offers an intimate setting for Candlelight concerts at Meyerhoff Auditorium with 363 seats and excellent acoustics, right inside the renowned Baltimore Museum of Art. Located near Johns Hopkins University and steps from the Charles Village neighborhood, guests can easily reach live music in BMA’s vibrant cultural quarter via the Purple Line of the Charm City Circulator. Read more about The Meyerhoff Auditorium.
Meyerhoff Auditorium at The Baltimore Museum of Art is located at 10 Art Museum Drive, Baltimore.
Earl and Darielle Linehan Concert Hall, The University of Maryland by Candlelight
The Earl and Darielle Linehan Concert Hall is a space where music feels both grand and deeply personal—an ideal match for the glow of Candlelight. With its refined acoustics and elegant, modern design, the hall creates an atmosphere that draws listeners in from the very first note. When illuminated by thousands of flickering candles, the venue takes on a softer, almost cinematic quality, allowing classical melodies and contemporary tributes alike to resonate with added warmth and intimacy.
The Earl and Darielle Linehan Concert Hall is located at 1000 Hilltop Cir, Baltimore.
Maryland Center for History and Culture by Candlelight
Maryland Center for History and Culture by Candlelight, in the heart of Mount Vernon, Baltimore, pairs restored elegance with local heritage as the perfect backdrop for Candlelight concerts at Maryland Center for History and Culture and live music in Mount Vernon. Set at 610 Park Avenue, guests are just a stroll from The Grand Baltimore and Hard Rock Cafe Baltimore, easily reached via Charm City Circulator or Light Rail for an immersive cultural outing.
Maryland Center for History and Culture is located at 610 Park Avenue, Baltimore.
The Collective Encore by Candlelight
The Collective Encore, nestled at Columbia’s scenic Lakefront in the Town Center neighborhood, offers a striking lakeside setting for Candlelight concerts and live music in Columbia. Surrounded by local attractions like Merriweather Post Pavilion and vibrant dining spots, the venue delights guests with sweeping views of Lake Kittamaqundi and state-of-the-art sound. Convenient public transit options, including Howard County Transit routes 404 and 405, connect visitors directly to Wincopin Circle.
The Collective Encore is located at 10221 Wincopin Circle, Columbia.
