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Goa’s Historic Aguad Fort to Glow with Candlelight Concert Evenings This January

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Written by Intern Rency Gomes || Team Allycaral 

Goa is set to witness a unique blend of history and music this January as Candlelight by Live Your City illuminates the iconic Aguad Port & Jail Complex with its signature candlelit concerts. Known globally for reimagining live music through intimate performances set amid thousands of candles, Candlelight invites audiences to experience familiar melodies in evocative, heritage-rich locations.



On January 24, the series will feature two special performances, Candlelight: Queen vs. ABBA and Candlelight: Tribute to Coldplay. Set against the dramatic coastal backdrop of Aguad, the concerts promise an immersive experience that combines live piano music, open skies and the warm glow of candlelight, creating an atmosphere that feels both grand and deeply personal.

The evening will begin with Queen vs. ABBA at 6:30 pm, celebrating timeless anthems from two of the world’s most iconic bands. Pianist Karl Lutchmayer will reinterpret classic hits in a stripped-back, instrumental format that highlights melody and emotion. Later at 8:30 pm, Tribute to Coldplay will bring contemporary favourites to life through live piano arrangements, offering audiences a reflective and intimate way to connect with modern classics.

From legendary pop and rock anthems to contemporary music, Candlelight in Goa offers a distinctive cultural experience, with the historic venue and candlelit setting enhancing the ambience of each performance. The concerts are designed to last 60 minutes, allowing audiences to fully immerse themselves in the music and atmosphere.

Upcoming Programming – Candlelight Goa

Candlelight: Queen vs. ABBA

Venue: Aguad Port & Jail Complex

Date & Time: January 24, 6:30 pm

Duration: 60 minutes

Musician: Piano – Karl Lutchmayer

Ticket Price: From ₹1,399 onwards

Booking Link: https://liveyourcity.com/m/435069

Candlelight: Tribute to Coldplay

Venue: Aguad Port & Jail Complex

Date & Time: January 24, 8:30 pm

Duration: 60 minutes

Musician: Piano – To be revealed

Ticket Price: From ₹1,399 onwards

Booking Link: https://liveyourcity.com/m/500247

Events in Goa

Candlelight Makes History: India’s First-Ever Fort Concert Series Debuts at Goa’s 17th-Century Aguada Complex

Tanisha Cardozo

The Candlelight Concert Series by Live Your City is about to redefine India’s live music landscape with a historic debut at Goa’s legendary Aguada Port & Jail Complex. For the first time, this 17th-century Portuguese fortress—standing sentinel over the Arabian Sea for more than four centuries—will transform into a luminous stage for an extraordinary musical experience. On November 8, 2025, the ancient bastions of Fort Aguada will glow under thousands of candles, merging history and harmony in an atmosphere that promises to be nothing short of magical.

As twilight descends over the Goan coastline, audiences will be welcomed into the fortress for two back-to-back performances. The evening opens with Candlelight Goa: Queen vs. ABBA at 6:30 p.m., where the anthemic energy of rock legends Queen meets the timeless pop perfection of ABBA. This will be followed by Candlelight Goa: A Tribute to A.R. Rahman at 8:30 p.m., celebrating India’s most beloved musical genius whose compositions have become the heartbeat of a generation. Each performance lasts 60 minutes and is designed to immerse audiences in sound, light, and emotion against the awe-inspiring backdrop of one of India’s most storied fortresses.

The Fort Aguada complex, with its weathered laterite walls, ocean-facing bastions, and historic jail chambers, provides an acoustic and visual setting unlike any concert venue in the country. The natural resonance of its chambers enhances the music’s intimacy, while the flicker of candlelight creates a mesmerizing dialogue between history and artistry. Seating is limited to ensure every attendee experiences the grandeur up close and personal, making it one of the most exclusive live events ever hosted in Goa.

This debut marks a milestone not only for Candlelight but also for Goa’s cultural and tourism landscape. It positions the state as a destination for immersive heritage-based experiences that blend the old and the new. The event exemplifies how music can transcend time and architecture, turning historical spaces into living, breathing stages of artistic expression.

With tickets starting from ₹1,399, the Candlelight Goa Fort Concert Series is more than an evening of music—it’s an invitation to witness history illuminated.