Motown Christmas By Candlelight at The Candlelight Arena, Manchester

Motown Christmas By Candlelight comes to The Candlelight Arena, Manchester!

Saturday 19th December 2026 at 8pm
(Doors open at 7:15pm)

The Clearing, Trafford Centre, M17 8WW

Calling all Motown lovers… this Christmas, we’re bringing you a festive twist to The Candlelight Arena, that’s simply irresistible! I heard it through the grapevine that Motown by Candlelight is decking the halls, and it’s guaranteed to have you dancing in the street!

Featuring a sensational cast of world-class vocalists and a stunning live band, this soulful celebration serves up the biggest Motown hits with a sprinkle of Christmas magic, all performed live by candlelight!

Expect the timeless sounds of The Supremes, The Temptations, Diana Ross, Stevie Wonder, The Commodores, Marvin Gaye and more, blended with a touch of festive sparkle to keep you feeling merry and bright.

So, lace up your dancing shoes, hold your Baby Love close, and get ready for a night of rhythm, soul, and seasonal cheer. Because this Christmas, Ain’t No Mountain High Enough to keep you from the ultimate Motown celebration. Signed, sealed, delivered… it’s yours!

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Diamond VIP Tables (Seats 4) - £250 (+£4.50 booking fee) - Per table of 4

Flexi Ticket £275 (+£4.50 booking fee) - Per table of 4. Fully refundable up to 72hrs before the show, no questions asked.

Platinum Ringside - £50.00* (+ £4.50 booking fee)

Flexi Ticket £55 (+£4.50 booking fee) - Fully refundable up to 72hrs before the show, no questions asked.

Ringside- £45.00* (+ £4.50 booking fee)

Flexi Ticket £49.50 (+£4.50 booking fee) Fully refundable up to 72hrs before the show, no questions asked.

Grandstand A- £40.00* (+ £4.50 booking fee)

Flexi Ticket £44.00 (+£4.50 booking fee) Fully refundable up to 72hrs before the show, no questions asked.

Grandstand B- £35.00* (+ £4.50 booking fee)

Flexi Ticket £38.50 (+£4.50 booking fee) Fully refundable up to 72hrs before the show, no questions asked.

Circle C- £30.00* (+ £4.50 booking fee)

Flexi Ticket £33.00 (+£4.50 booking fee) Fully refundable up to 72hrs before the show, no questions asked.

Circle D- £25.00* (+ £4.50 booking fee)

Flexi Ticket £27.50 (+£4.50 booking fee) Fully refundable up to 72hrs before the show, no questions asked.

Side E- £20.00* (+ £4.50 booking fee)

Flexi Ticket £22.00 (+£4.50 booking fee) Fully refundable up to 72hrs before the show, no questions asked.

Restricted Seats- £15.00 (+£4.50 booking fee)

Flexi Ticket £16.50 (+£4.50 booking fee) Fully refundable up to 72hrs before the show, no questions asked.

Access Tickets (Located in Circle C) - £30.00* (+ £4.50 booking fee) - (Includes free companion ticket - Please select when booking.)**

Flexi Ticket £33.00 (+£4.50 booking fee) Fully refundable up to 72hrs before the show, no questions asked.

*subject to booking fee

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The venue is a heated big top, with a fully licensed bar.

Doors open at 7:15pm.

TICKETS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE AND NON-EXCHANGEABLE UNLESS FLEXI

All Candlelight Arena shows are subject to an appropriate premises license being granted by the local council. In the extremely unlikely event that a license is not granted, you will be notified immediately and a full refund will be processed.

**Access Ticket + Essential Companion - Anyone who needs support because of a disability or health condition can purchase an access ticket. This allows a complimentary ticket for an accompanying registered carer. See below for eligibility criteria.*

*Access Ticket Eligibility Criteria

Proof of eligibility documents we can accept (upon entry) include:

• The Access Card from Nimbus Disability   
• Hynt Card   
• CEA Card  
• UK Disabled ID Card / DID Card
• National Rail Disabled Persons Railcard  
• Disabled Person’s Freedom Pass  
• Local travel pass for disabled customers  
• Blue Badge (both sides)
• Certificate of Visual Impairment or Dual Sensory Impairment  
• Official confirmation in writing that you are Deaf or use a hearing aid, such as a battery prescription
• Assistance Dog ID Book
• Evidence of receipt of government benefits for reasons of disability, which could include:
• Front page of Disability Living Allowance at any rate  
• Front page of Personal Independence Payments (PIP) at any rate 
• War Disablement Pension or War Pensioner’s Mobility Allowance  
• AFIP (Armed Forces Independence Payment)  
• Continuing Healthcare Package letter
• Employment and Support Allowance or Severe Disablement Allowance letter
• Attendance Allowance letter  
• Direct Payments award for reasons of disability  
• Social Care Package award for reasons of disability  
• An official, signed document or letter from a GP, social worker, nurse or other medical professional confirming a disability as defined by the Equality Act (2010)
• An equivalent international document or ID card.

Essential Companion Criteria

Please note this is not a buy one get one free scheme but a reasonable adjustment to enable you to attend events you would otherwise not be able to.

The support needed must be due to disability-related needs, significant and in excess of what could be reasonably expected of family or friends already accompanying you.

To book Essential Companion tickets you must provide (upon entry):

• Nimbus Disability / CredAbility Access Card with the +1 symbol

Wheelchairs can be accommodated in access seating. Chairs can be provided for those who are ambulant or who are able to transfer.

*Flexi Tickets

Flexi tickets can be cancelled and fully refunded up to 72hrs before the performance, no questions asked. To claim a refund, please email boxoffice@kindadusty.co.uk