Old South Church in Boston

What an incredible and unique location and overall experience!! My husband surprised me with tickets to the Candlelight Concert experience which took place at The Sanctuary: Old South Church on Boylston Street in Boston MA on Saturday 2/14/26 which happened to be Valentine’s Day. The candlelight concert series consists of small groups of musicians or quartets (4 people in total) two violins, a viola, and a cello. Our performers were the Listeso String Quartet. They set up lots and lots of battery operated white candles, dim the lights and they play about 10 songs together based on the specific theme for the night. Of course on Valentine’s Day the theme was classical romance. They engage with the audience a bit as well and they were all great speakers and entertainers. Of course they ask the guests not to take pictures or videos during the performance but they let everyone know that you can feel free to do so during the last song or when you’re coming or going. The ambiance and romantic vibe in this historical church was one of a kind. Guests are led to their seats by staff (first come first serve) into the pews both at the ground level and in a balcony seating areas. We sat in the top right balcony and we had a great view and the sound while they played was great. The only downside was the sound when the musicians spoke to the crowd using the microphone. It definitely wasn’t loud enough, was muffled a bit, and wasn’t projecting very well throughout the venue which had tall ceilings etc. As we exited you had the chance to purchase one of the candles and they had tip jars in the lobby for the musicians. Such a special treat and the location just added to the whole experience.

a month ago

Went for a candlelight concert… The church is beautiful. Certainly worth a visit just to see it.

a month ago

Went for a candle light concert. The interior of the church is magnificent. Highly recommend checking it out.

a month ago

Beautiful architecture and glass work, one section was closed due to renovations but otherwise a very peaceful place to visit, was not crowded at all.

4 months ago

Not big but with lots of details to discover. Christmas decos have more spices of this historical church:)

3 months ago