This event is in the past.It took place on April 3, 2026 at Hammer Theatre Center.




Hear Howard Shore's soaring scores from The Lord of the Rings performed live by a string quartet while surrounded by thousands of flickering candles. Come dressed as your favorite hobbit, elf, or ranger: this is Middle-earth by candlelight.
String quartet performance
Lord of the Rings tribute
Thousands of flickering candles
Costumes encouraged
Tips
🕯️"hundreds of flickering candles, creating an atmosphere that was nothing short of absolutely magical"
🎻"completely spellbound, hanging on every single note"
🧝dress up! no strict code but cosplay welcome
Candlelight: The Lord of the Rings
Downtown Historic District




Hear Howard Shore's soaring scores from The Lord of the Rings performed live by a string quartet while surrounded by thousands of flickering candles. Come dressed as your favorite hobbit, elf, or ranger: this is Middle-earth by candlelight.
String quartet performance
Lord of the Rings tribute
Thousands of flickering candles
Costumes encouraged
Tips
🕯️"hundreds of flickering candles, creating an atmosphere that was nothing short of absolutely magical"
🎻"completely spellbound, hanging on every single note"
🧝dress up! no strict code but cosplay welcome
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