From historic parades to extravagant celebrations in the street, Pride Month is one of the biggest and most joyous events of the year. As the warm summer months roll in, finding a way to get involved with Pride celebrations without having to deal with Florida’s sweltering temperatures can be difficult. To help get you in the Pride spirit without running the risk of overheating, Candlelight invites you to celebrate the very best of queer musicians at this sensational concert taking place in St. Petersburg this June.
Illuminated by a sea of flickering candles, The Birchwood Hotel will be providing the perfect backdrop for this intimate Candlelight concert. With classical renditions of songs from the likes of Elton John, Janelle Monáe and Frank Ocean, you’ll hear some of the most beloved hits by iconic queer artists who have been proudly flying the rainbow flag for many years.
Candlelight Pride St. Petersburg: Celebrating Queer Musical Icons
Without the help of pioneering artists like Elton John and Sam Smith taking the fight for LGBTQIA+ rights to the mainstream, we may not be where we are today when it comes to equality for queer people. From sharing heart-felt coming out stories to including queer themes in their music and lyrics, these musicians have helped give the community a much-needed voice for the past 50+ years.
Over the course of this remarkable evening, you’ll hear songs that have helped challenge stereotypes, changed attitudes and broken down barriers for queer people. You’ll feel all the feels thanks to the moving melodies of Your Song and The Story before snapping your fingers to the uptempo rhythms of Unholy and Montero (Call Me By Your Name) all performed by the brilliant Listeso String Quintet. This Pride Month, Candlelight is our gift, and “this one’s for you.”
Candlelight at The Birchwood Hotel
Located in downtown St. Petersburg, The Birchwood Hotel’s grand ballroom will be hosting this magical Candlelight tribute to queer artists this summer. Adorned with ornate chandeliers and elegant decor, this beautiful space makes for an ideal setting for intimate live music performances. Before the concert begins, guests can take full advantage of the rooftop bar to appreciate the spectacular views of Tampa Bay’s stunning shoreline. As the musicians take to the stage, you can enjoy a glass of bubbly or a cold beer while listening to enchanting classical renditions of songs by some of history’s most adored queer musicians.
With so many things to do during Pride Month, it’s difficult to know how best to celebrate it. This enchanting Candlelight concert is a safe bet for a magnificent evening filled with breathtaking live music in a stunning environment. Escape from the hustle and bustle of Tampa and head over to this gorgeous setting in St. Petersburg to pay homage to some of the most talented queer musicians in a new and unique way.
There will be two back-to-back concerts taking place at 6:45 pm and 9 pm. Concerts last 65 minutes and doors open 45 minutes prior to the start time.