Illustration of a candlelit string quartet concert inside a church with pews full of listeners (Christmas By Candlelight at Ely Cathedral)
Christmas Shows

Christmas By Candlelight at Ely Cathedral

Visitors experience an evening of festive music performed live by candlelight inside the cathedral. A cast of West End singers and a live band perform holiday hits and sing-along classics, including White Christmas, Let It Snow!, Santa Baby, O Holy Night, and Winter Wonderland.

Sat, Dec 5, 2026 All ages

Plan Your Visit

Tickets

VIP £60.00; Premium £55.00; Band A £50.00; Band B £45.00; Band C £40.00; Access £55.00. Each ticket is subject to a £4.50 booking fee. Access ticket holders should select a free carer ticket when booking; an accompanying registered carer’s ticket is complimentary for an eligible attendee.

Hours

Doors open at 6:45pm; concert starts at 7:30pm.

Food & Drink

A fully licensed bar is available.

Accessibility

Wheelchairs can be accommodated in access seating, and chairs can be provided for visitors who are ambulant or able to transfer.

Location

Ely Cathedral · Chapter House, The College, ELY CB7 4DL, UK Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Families and fans of festive live music

Vibe

Festive and uplifting

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Arrive after doors open at 6:45pm, allowing time to get seated before the 7:30pm concert begins.
  • Check your plans carefully before booking, because the event's tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable after purchase.
  • Bring accepted access eligibility documents to show on entry if using an access ticket at the event.
  • Select the free carer ticket when booking an access ticket; essential companions must show a Nimbus Disability or CredAbility Access Card with the +1 symbol.
  • Wheelchairs can be accommodated in access seating, and chairs can be provided for guests who are ambulant or able to transfer.

Special Events & Promotions

  • VIP tickets are available as a separate ticket option.
  • Premium tickets are available as a separate ticket option.
  • Eligible access ticket holders can book a complimentary ticket for an accompanying registered carer.

Links & Contact

Run by Kinda Dusty Ltd / Concerts by Candlelight

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the concert suitable for families?

The event is described as suitable for the whole family.

What can we expect to hear?

West End singers and a live band perform Christmas songs, including “White Christmas,” “Let It Snow,” “Santa Baby,” “O Holy Night” and “Winter Wonderland,” with sing-along classics.

Is food or drink available?

The venue has a fully licensed bar.

What access arrangements are available?

Wheelchairs can be accommodated in access seating, and chairs can be provided for people who are ambulant or able to transfer. Eligible access ticket holders can have a complimentary registered carer ticket; eligibility documents are required upon entry.

Can I change my booking or get a refund?

Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.

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