Light Up the Night: Candlelight Concerts Bring an Elegant Glow to Fort Smith

The United States Marshals Museum will soon flicker to life under hundreds of soft LED candles, setting the stage for one of the most visually striking live-music experiences ever to arrive in the River Valley.

 

On Friday, October 24, the museum hosts two mesmerizing Candlelight concerts, part of Fever’s worldwide series that transforms iconic spaces into intimate, candle-lit sanctuaries of sound.

 

6:30 PM – Candlelight: Queen vs ABBA
Rock meets pop royalty as a live string quartet reimagines Bohemian Rhapsody, Dancing Queen, We Will Rock You, and Mamma Mia! beneath a sea of candlelight.

 

8:30 PM – Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics
Later that night, the museum turns spooky with cinematic favorites from The Addams Family, Ghostbusters, and Night on Bald Mountain — perfect for date night or a classy Halloween warm-up.

 

🎟 Tickets: From $30 at feverup.com
📍 Venue: United States Marshals Museum | 789 Riverfront Drive, Fort Smith
⏰ Arrival: Doors open 45 minutes early | Ages 8 + (under 16 with adult)

 

The museum’s modern architecture and riverfront setting make an ideal backdrop for this candle-lit spectacle, reflecting a growing appetite for world-class cultural experiences right here in the River Valley.

 

Dinner & Drinks Before the Show

 

• Rolando’s Restaurante – colorful Latino flavors and patio vibes downtown.

• 21 West End – modern American fare for a refined evening.

• Prima Italia – house-made pasta and intimate ambiance for a special occasion.

 

Make reservations early — attendance is expected to be strong on concert night.

 

Looking Ahead

The candlelight glow continues later this season:

 

• Dec 19 – Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings — holiday favorites for all ages.

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• Jan 16 – Candlelight Tributes to Adele (6:30 PM) & The Beatles (8:30 PM) — a perfect way to kick off 2026 with heart and harmony.

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Early booking is recommended for these limited-seat performances.