The city’s architectural gems and vibrant culture provide a stunning stage for Candlelight concerts in Kansas City. By transforming unique spaces like the Art Deco Unity Temple on the Plaza into glowing, intimate sanctuaries, these events offer a fresh way to experience classical music. The chance to hear talented string quartets in such iconic landmarks is one of the many reasons to attend Candlelight.
Candlelight concert near you: venues in Kansas City
The Sanctuary – Unity Temple on the Plaza by Candlelight
The Sanctuary – Unity Temple on the Plaza by Candlelight glows with exquisite stained glass and tranquil acoustics, making it a peaceful venue for Candlelight concerts at Unity Temple on the Plaza and live music in Country Club Plaza. Located at 707 West 47th Street, it sits close to historic Mill Creek Park, upscale shops, and renowned dining, with easy access via the Main MAX bus and KC Streetcar for cultural adventures in Kansas City.
The Sanctuary – Unity Temple on the Plaza is located at 707 West 47th Street, Kansas City
29 October 2026 18:30 + more dates
The Sanctuary – Unity Temple on the Plaza
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The Sanctuary – Unity Temple on the Plaza
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The Sanctuary – Unity Temple on the Plaza
14 November 2026 18:30 + more dates
The Sanctuary – Unity Temple on the Plaza
14 November 2026 20:45 + more dates
The Sanctuary – Unity Temple on the Plaza
20 November 2026 18:30 + more dates
The Sanctuary – Unity Temple on the Plaza
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The Sanctuary – Unity Temple on the Plaza
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The Sanctuary – Unity Temple on the Plaza
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The Sanctuary – Unity Temple on the Plaza
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The Sanctuary – Unity Temple on the Plaza
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The Sanctuary – Unity Temple on the Plaza
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The Sanctuary – Unity Temple on the Plaza
9 January 2027 18:30
The Sanctuary – Unity Temple on the Plaza
14 February 2027 18:30
The Sanctuary – Unity Temple on the Plaza
The Sanctuary – Unity Temple on the Plaza
City Stage Theatre by Candlelight
Inside historic Union Station, Candlelight concerts at City Stage Theatre offer an intimate setting with seating for 200 and renovated sound and lighting systems. This space for live music in Crown Center places listeners within one of Kansas City’s landmark buildings, with Science City under the same roof and Crown Center’s shops and restaurants nearby—an appealing setting for an evening that extends beyond the performance.
City Stage Theatre is located at 30 West Pershing Road, Kansas City, in the Crown Center neighborhood.
11 December 2026 18:30
The City Stage Theatre at Union Station Kansas City
11 December 2026 20:45 + more dates
The City Stage Theatre at Union Station Kansas City
13 December 2026 16:30
The City Stage Theatre at Union Station Kansas City
5 February 2027 18:30
The City Stage Theatre at Union Station Kansas City
More classical concert venues in Kansas City
Helzberg Hall at Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts: a 1,600-seat hall with vineyard-style seating surrounding the stage, warm wood finishes, and acoustics designed for orchestral performances; home to the Kansas City Symphony.
Folly Theater: a historic downtown theater opened in 1900, offering an elegant setting for the Friends of Chamber Music’s chamber ensembles, solo piano recitals, and early music performances.
White Recital Hall at UMKC: a 620-seat venue in the James C. Olson Performing Arts Center on the Volker Campus, presenting orchestral concerts, chamber music, and faculty and student recitals.
