Edinburgh’s streets are steeped in history, from its UNESCO-listed Old Town to its storied cultural landmarks, and the city’s Candlelight venues in Edinburgh reflect that same depth of character. Rather than traditional concert halls, the series brings live music into thoughtfully chosen spaces such as the majestic St Mary’s Episcopal Cathedral and the imaginative Assembly Roxy. Each venue is selected for its architectural presence, but incase you still need convicning, we have compiled a list of the top reasons to attend.
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Candlelight concert venues in Edinburgh
St Mary’s Episcopal Cathedral by Candlelight
Designed by Sir George Gilbert Scott, this neo-Gothic masterpiece soars 90 metres above Edinburgh’s skyline as the city’s tallest building. Candlelight concerts at St Mary’s Episcopal Cathedral offer live music in the West End, with Haymarket Station just a 5-minute walk away and bus routes 25, 33, and 44 stopping at nearby West Maitland Street. This magnificent Victorian cathedral sits perfectly positioned near the Usher Hall, Princes Street, and Edinburgh’s cultural quarter.
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St Mary’s Episcopal Cathedral is located at Palmerston Place, Edinburgh.
Assembly Roxy by Candlelight
Candlelight concerts at Assembly Roxy illuminate Peter MacGregor Chalmers’ 1913 masterpiece with thousands of twinkling candles. This historic space in Edinburgh’s Old Town creates exceptional acoustics for live music, just moments from the Royal Mile, St Giles’ Cathedral, and National Museum of Scotland. The venue connects seamlessly via Edinburgh Waverley Station (3-minute walk) and numerous Lothian Bus routes including 2, 23, 27, and 42 serving South Bridge.
Assembly Roxy is located at 2 Roxburgh Place, Old Town, Edinburgh.
More classical concert venues in Edinburgh
The Usher Hall: located in the West End of Edinburgh, this elegant venue can accommodate approximately 2200 people in its recently restored auditorium.
Reid Concert Hall: part of the University of Edinburgh, this small music venue regularly presents university ensembles, chamber music, and specialist orchestral concerts.
The Queen’s Hall: this mid-sized hall on Clerk Street is home to the Scottish Chamber Orchestra.