c: Halloween Candlelight Concert

If you’re looking for a special way to celebrate Halloween this year, look no further than the Halloween Candlelight Concert, one of the highlights of the Burnaby Halloween Festival. Set in the beautiful Leslie & Gordon Diamond Family Auditorium at SFU, this unforgettable musical experience will light up your evening on October 26, 2024, with the warm glow of thousands of flickering candles.

Part of Burnaby’s month-long Halloween celebration, this candlelit concert is a perfect mix of spooky atmosphere and live music, performed by the talented Listeso String Quartet. It’s a truly magical way to get into the Halloween spirit.

When & Where?

The Halloween Candlelight Concert takes place on October 26, 2024, at the Leslie & Gordon Diamond Family Auditorium on the SFU campus. There are two showtimes available for you to choose from, 6:30 PM and 8:45 PM. This stunning venue, illuminated by thousands of candles, creates the perfect atmosphere for a spine-tingling and magical evening of live music. Located in Burnaby, BC, this area is easily accessible by public transit. If you take public transit, your best bet is the R5 bus. If you’re driving, you’ll find ample parking nearby. Whether you drive, carpool, or use public transit, getting there is simple – You can refer to Translink to customize your commute.

Candlelight Concert

Why You Can’t Miss Candlelight Concert This Year

Unforgettable Candlelit Atmosphere
Imagine walking into a room bathed in the soft glow of thousands of candles. The flickering light creates an intimate and mysterious vibe, setting the stage for a one-of-a-kind evening. The magic of live music combined with this unique setting turns the concert into an immersive experience you won’t forget.

Halloween Vibes Like Never Before
This year’s Candlelight Concert is all about celebrating Halloween in style! With spooky hits like Thriller, Ghostbusters, and tunes from The Nightmare Before Christmas, it’s the perfect event to get you into the Halloween spirit. You won’t find a more fitting way to enjoy the season than this eerie yet enchanting musical experience.

A Curated Setlist of Halloween Classics
The music selection for this concert is nothing short of perfection. The setlist includes a mix of timeless classical pieces and fan-favourite Halloween movies and TV themes. See below:

  • Thriller – Michael Jackson
  • Funeral March of a Marionette – Charles Gounod
  • String Quartet No. 8 in C Minor (Dresden Quartet), Op. 110: II. Allegro Molto – Dmitri Shostakovich
  • Tubular Bells (Theme from The Exorcist) – Mike Oldfield
  • Stranger Things (Theme) – S U R V I V E
  • Beetlejuice (Theme) – Danny Elfman
  • The Addams Family (Theme) – Vic Mizzy
  • Halloween (Theme) – John Carpenter
  • Prelude from Psycho – Bernard Herrmann
  • Ghostbusters (Theme) – Ray Parker Jr.
  • Danse Macabre – Camille Saint-Saëns
  • Night on Bald Mountain – Modest Mussorgsky
  • Time Warp from The Rocky Horror Picture Show – Richard O’Brien and Richard Hartley
  • Medley from The Nightmare Before Christmas – Danny Elfman

Plan Your Commute Or Stay The Night!

If you’re thinking of staying the night, take advantage of our special hotel deals and packages. Enjoy exclusive discounts and convenient accommodations. As Burnaby sets its sights on becoming Canada’s ultimate Halloween destination, this year’s festival is not to be missed. Whether you’re carving pumpkins, hunting ghosts, or racing through the city in costume, the Burnaby Halloween Festival 2024 offers an enchanting and eerie experience for all. Many events have limited capacity, so be sure to secure your spot before they sell out!