Candlelight: Christmas Classics in Bern

Jan 14, 2026

Candlelight: Christmas Classics in Bern
18 Dec 16:00
Until 18 Dec

Candlelight: Christmas Classics in Bern

Bern - Französische Kirche Zeughausgasse 8, 3011 Bern
Candlelight: Christmas Classics in Bern
Bern - Französische Kirche

The Candlelight series welcomes audiences to the Französische Kirche (French Church) in the very centre of Bern, where the innovative Zurich‑based ensemble More Than Classic transforms the historic space into an intimate concert hall. The Französische Kirche is the city’s oldest church and dates from a Dominican monastery founded in 1269; it was built between 1270 and 1285, became a place of worship for French‑speaking Protestants in 1623 and still retains its rare frescoed rood screen from 1495. Inside, a central nave without transept, Medieval wall paintings and stained glass windows create a peaceful ambience, while the baroque/neo‑classical façades and serene interior have made it a popular live‑music venue.

⭐ The unique live music experience Candlelight transforms various venues in Bern into breathtaking concert locations. Get your tickets now and experience the music of Christmas classics by the light of thousands of candles!

General Info
📍 Venue: French Church – Nicolas Manuel Hall
📅 Dates and times: select your dates/times directly in the ticket selector
⏳ Duration: 60 minutes. There is no intermission. Admission is 30 minutes before the start of the concert. Late admission after the start of the concert is not possible!
👤 Age requirement: No entry under the age of 8. Admission under the age of 16 only when accompanied by an adult
♿ Accessibility: the venue is wheelchair accessible

Concert program

  • Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy from The Nutcracker – Tchaikovsky
  • Greensleeves
  • Carol of the Bells
  • O Holy Night
  • O Tannenbaum
  • We Wish You a Merry Christmas
  • Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!
  • Feliz Navidad – José Feliciano
  • Jingle Bells
  • Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree – Brenda Lee
  • Love Is All Around – Wet Wet Wet
  • Let It Go from Frozen
  • Once Upon a December from Anastasia – Stephen Flaherty
  • Maestro from The Holiday – Hans Zimmer
  • It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas – Michael Bublé
  • Last Christmas – Wham!
  • All I Want for Christmas Is You – Mariah Carey

⏳ Duration: 60 minutes. No intermission is scheduled. Admission opens 30 minutes before the start of the concert. Late entry after the concert has begun is not permitted!

Don’t miss this romantic, enchanting evening surrounded by thousands of candles and the breathtaking sound of a live string quartet. ✨


🎟️ Get your tickets now and be part of the magic!

18 Dec
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