Renowned for its long list of haunted houses, The Big Easy boasts a unique version of Halloween created by a combination of French, Spanish, and West African influences. Beyond these traditions, New Orleans is also welcoming back the enchanting Candlelight Halloween series. If you’re already ready to embrace the spooky season, secure your tickets now because they’re known to sell out quickly.
Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics
The first violin notes of “Tubular Bells” (theme from The Exorcist) set a nerve-rattling tone but the string quartet’s harmonic bridge then leads into the playful mischief of the Beetlejuice (Theme) by Danny Elfman, followed by the powerful melodies of String Quartet No. 8 in C Minor (Dresden Quartet), Op. 110: II. Allegro Molto by Russian composer Dmitri Shostakovich — each instrument adding its own haunting voice.
With every suspenseful twist and playful turn, the string quartet invites listeners to savor the technical brilliance behind each arrangement. On the other hand, the breathtaking sea of candles adds a unique visual element to the experience, blurring the boundary between reality and imagination.
Candlelight Halloween at The Sazerac House
The Sazerac House in New Orleans, Louisiana, with its historic architecture and gleaming glass interiors, becomes even more atmospheric under the glow of thousands of candles. For 60 minutes, guests are surrounded by golden shadows and the city’s storied spirit, with doors opening 30-45 minutes prior so audiences can fully absorb the venue’s enchanting ambiance.
As the string quartet performs “Thriller” by Michael Jackson, “Danse Macabre” by Camille Saint-Saëns, and “Halloween (Theme)” by John Carpenter, the combination of the intimate candlelight and haunting melodies creates a subtly spooky setting. Secure your tickets early—missing out means forgoing one of the most magical Halloween experiences in New Orleans.