Candlelight concerts in Knoxville return Nov. 20 at the Knoxville Museum of Art, with Christmas shows Dec. 18-19 and Jackson Terminal dates in 2027.

Candlelight concerts, the hourlong string quartet shows played in a room lit by candles, come back to Knoxville on Friday, Nov. 20, at the Knoxville Museum of Art, with two Christmas programs Dec. 18-19. Tickets are sold only through the organizer, Fever, on its Knoxville Candlelight page, and start at $38 to $43 depending on the show.

Last checked 2026-10-24.

Upcoming dates

Fever lists these Knoxville shows. The organizer lists dates through March 6, 2027.

The Christmas Carols program runs from “Carol of the Bells” and “Deck the Halls” to “O Holy Night” and “Silent Night.” The Dec. 19 special adds Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite. Fever names the Listeso String Quartet as the performers for both Christmas shows.

Where it is and parking

Most shows are at the Knoxville Museum of Art, 1050 World’s Fair Park Drive, in World’s Fair Park. The museum’s visit page lists free parking in the large lot on the north side of the building and in the lot across the street (the first right on World’s Fair Park Drive), with metered parking on the street. Fever’s listings for some shows say there is no on-site parking, so allow time to park. The museum says the building is fully accessible to wheelchair users; for accommodations call 865-525-6101.

The January and March shows move to Jackson Terminal, 213 W. Jackson Ave. in the Old City, a restored 1880s freight depot. Fever does not publish parking details for that venue. Our road closures page lists any downtown street work.

Tickets and cost

Tickets are sold in seating zones, and Fever adds a booking fee at checkout.

  • Christmas Carols on Strings, Dec. 18: standing room $39, Zone B $54.50, Zone A $68, premium $96.
  • Christmas special, Dec. 19: standing room $40.50, Zone B $57, Zone A $72, premium $85.
  • Other shows: listed from $38 (Coldplay and Imagine Dragons at 8:45 p.m.), $38.50 (Jackson Terminal shows), $40.50 (Fleetwood Mac) and $43 (Coldplay and Imagine Dragons at 6:30 p.m.).

Some zones for the Nov. 20 shows were already marked sold out on Oct. 24. Refunds are not allowed unless you bought a flexible cancellation ticket, but Fever allows date or time changes up to 48 hours before the show, subject to availability. Tickets can be transferred to another Fever account at no cost.

What to know

  • Arrive early: doors open 45 minutes before the concert, and late entry is not permitted.
  • Seating: seats are assigned on arrival, first come within the zone you bought.
  • Length: each concert is 60 minutes.
  • Ages: 8 and older; anyone under 16 must be with an adult.
  • Candles: the room is lit with flameless LED candles.
  • Animals: not allowed, except service animals.
  • Tickets: they are in the Fever app, with the QR code also in the confirmation email.

For more December ideas, see our holiday lights and Christmas events and date night guides.

Dates and venues as listed on the Knoxville Chamber calendar and confirmed on the organizer’s site.

Frequently asked questions

When is the next Candlelight concert in Knoxville?

The next shows are Friday, Nov. 20, at the Knoxville Museum of Art: a Coldplay and Imagine Dragons program at 6:30 p.m. and a Fleetwood Mac tribute at 8:45 p.m.

When are the Christmas Candlelight concerts in Knoxville?

Christmas Carols on Strings is Friday, Dec. 18, and a Christmas special featuring The Nutcracker is Saturday, Dec. 19, each at 6:30 and 8:45 p.m. at the Knoxville Museum of Art.

How long is a Candlelight concert and when do doors open?

Each concert runs 60 minutes. Doors open 45 minutes before the start and late entry is not permitted.

Can children go to Candlelight concerts?

Fever admits guests 8 and older, and anyone under 16 must be with an adult.

Is there parking at the Knoxville Museum of Art?

The museum lists free parking in its large lot north of the building and in the lot across the street, plus metered street parking.