Candlelight: The Beatles in Rio 2026: setlist and guide
Updated on October 1, 2026. The Candlelight: The Beatles returns to Museu do Amanhã with performances on November 22, 2026, at 6 p.m., and February 27, 2027, at 8 p.m.. The Ornamentus String Quartet performs 14 Beatles songs in a 60-minute instrumental concert.
This guide covers the full repertoire, prices, zones, rules, accessibility, the VLT, parking, an itinerary around Praça Mauá and an accommodation map.
Quick summary
| Venue | Museu do Amanhã |
| Address | Praça Mauá, 1 — Centro |
| Duration | 60 minutes |
| Age | 8+; guests under 16 must be accompanied |
| Performers | Ornamentus String Quartet |
| Seating | First come, first served within the selected zone |
| Accessibility | Accessible Zone B |
| Late arrival | Entry is not permitted after the performance begins |
| Price | From R$ 35 in the feed checked on 10/01/2026 |
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Is it worth it?
It is a good choice for Beatles fans who want to hear the band’s repertoire in string arrangements and in one of Rio’s most striking tourist settings. The program combines songs from different stages of the band’s career and includes some of its best-known titles.
Skip it if you are looking for a show with vocals or a rock band. The Beatles do not take part in the experience; this is an instrumental tribute concert.
Dates and times
- 11/22/2026 — 6 p.m.
- 02/27/2027 — 8 p.m.
Expected repertoire
- I Want To Hold Your Hand
- Penny Lane
- Strawberry Fields
- Come Together
- Here Comes the Sun
- With A Little Help From My Friends
- Help!
- Eleanor Rigby
- While My Guitar Gently Weeps
- Helter Skelter
- Blackbird
- A Day in the Life
- Yesterday
- Let It Be
Program subject to change. The Beatles do not take part in the experience. This is a tribute concert performed by the Ornamentus String Quartet.
How it works
The concert lasts 60 minutes. You select a zone when buying your ticket and take any available seats on a first-come, first-served basis. Entry is not permitted after the performance begins, so arrive early. The minimum age is 8, and guests under 16 must be accompanied.
Tickets and prices
In the Fever spreadsheet checked on 10/01/2026, the lowest recorded price was R$ 35. On the current page, the prices shown vary considerably by zone and category. Prices and availability may change.
How to get to Museu do Amanhã
The address is Praça Mauá, 1. By VLT, take Line 1 and get off at Parada dos Museus, about 200 meters away. By metro, Uruguaiana is the main reference point for continuing on foot. The museum does not have its own parking, but the closest officially recommended option is in the RB1 building at Avenida Rio Branco, 1, about 100 meters away.
See our guide to public transportation in Rio.
Things to do nearby
Combine it with a visit to MAR, Boulevard Olímpico and Edifício Touring. For a meal, also see how much it costs to eat at Touring.
Suggested itinerary
- 1 p.m. — lunch in the port area;
- 2:30 p.m. — MAR;
- 4 p.m. — walk around Praça Mauá;
- 5:30 p.m. — arrive for the 6 p.m. performance;
- 6 p.m. — Candlelight;
- 7 p.m. — approximate end time and dinner.
Practical tips and safety
- Arrive early.
- Do not count on being admitted late.
- Check the zone on your ticket.
- On the way back, check the VLT schedule.
- At night, wait for your rideshare in a busy area.
Read our Rio safety guide.
Where to stay
For a complete trip, Flamengo, Botafogo and Copacabana offer convenient connections to Centro and Zona Sul. Compare options in our guide to where to stay in Rio.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does it last?
60 minutes.
Who performs?
The Ornamentus String Quartet.
Do The Beatles take part?
No. It is an instrumental tribute concert.
Can I arrive late?
No.
What is the minimum age?
8; guests under 16 must be accompanied.
Is there parking?
The museum does not have its own parking, but there are private options nearby.
Sources and last update
Last checked: 10/01/2026.
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