Candlelight: A Tribute to Queen

If you are looking for something a bit different to do in Brighton towards the end of the summer, there is a tribute concert coming up that might catch your eye. On August 29, 2026, the Royal Pavilion is hosting Candlelight: A Tribute to Queen. It is an instrumental performance where the music of Queen is played by the Sussex String Quartet, all set within a space illuminated by candlelight. It is a fairly straightforward setup: the focus is entirely on the music and the atmosphere of the venue itself.

The concert is scheduled to start at 19:00 and lasts for about 60 minutes. The programme covers a selection of well-known tracks, including Bohemian Rhapsody, We Will Rock You, Don't Stop Me Now, Killer Queen, Crazy Little Thing Called Love, Who Wants to Live Forever, Love of My Life, We Are the Champions, and Another One Bites the Dust. It is a seated event, and the way the seating works is that you are assigned a spot based on the specific zone you purchase your ticket for, so it is worth keeping that in mind when booking.

Regarding the logistics, tickets are priced around £27.50, though it is worth noting that prices can fluctuate. The event is open to anyone aged 8 and over, with the requirement that anyone under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. The doors open 45 minutes before the performance begins, and it is worth planning to arrive on time, as late entry is not permitted once the music starts. It is a specific, focused event, so if you enjoy the idea of hearing these particular songs arranged for strings in that specific setting, it is a straightforward option for an evening out in the city.