An Evening of Ballet by Candlelight. Open-Air Concert. A Tchaikovsky Evening. Swan Lake. Candlelight Baku

Completed Concert

• Summer hall of Azerbaijan State Academic Philharmonic
• 25 Jul 2026 - 25 Jul 2026

Candlelight Baku is Azerbaijan’s first Candlelight Concerts project.

Surrounded by 2,500 candles, AN OUTDOOR CANDLELIGHT BALLET EVENING IN BAKU.

From London to Paris, from New York to Istanbul — the candlelight concerts that have captivated millions of people in historic venues around the world have now arrived in Baku. 🌎

On August 15, Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake — a pinnacle of world ballet — will be presented at the Summer Hall of the Azerbaijan State Academic Philharmonic, featuring a live ballerina performance in the enchanting glow of candlelight.

Be part of this unforgettable musical experience and reserve your seat in advance. Don't miss the opportunity to experience the magic of music and dance live by candlelight!

Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky — Swan Lake, The Sleeping Beauty, The Nutcracker... The composer who shaped the history of ballet. His music is not only heard—it is felt, seen, and experienced. On this special evening, the emotional and magnificent world of Swan Lake will come alive beneath the glow of 2,500 candles, accompanied by a live ballerina performance.

🕯️ Duration: 60 minutes (Doors open 15 minutes before the performance begins — please arrive on time to take your seats.)

♿ Accessibility: The venue is wheelchair accessible.

Note 1. Candlelight Ensemble is a distinguished musical ensemble specially formed by Candlelight Baku, Baku's first local Candlelight concert project. The ensemble features piano, flute, percussion, and an expanded string section (violin, viola, cello, and double bass). It brings together laureates of international and national competitions, as well as Honored Artists, representing the highest level of musical excellence. With its refined sound and exceptional stage presence, the ensemble transforms every performance into an unforgettable musical experience illuminated by thousands of candles.