Casa Loma is welcoming winter evenings with the return of its beloved Twilight Symphony at the Castle, an intimate candlelit musical series set inside Toronto’s most iconic landmark. It’s a season of intimate candlelit performances by the Casa Loma Symphony Orchestra, led by acclaimed Maestro Paolo Busato. The series officially begins on January 30 and runs every Friday and Saturday night through March 7.

This immersive experience invites guests to journey through the castle’s underground tunnel before taking their seats in the historic Carriage Room, where live orchestral performances unfold by candlelight in an intimate setting. With rotating musical themes ranging from classic rock to Broadway and opera, Twilight Symphony offers a refined yet accessible night out for music lovers, date nights, and cultural explorers alike.

Set within the storied walls of Toronto’s most iconic landmark, guests are invited to journey through the 800-foot tunnel beneath Austin Terrace, arriving at the historic Carriage Room in The Stables, where music unfolds by candlelight in an exclusive 150-seat setting. 

“Twilight Symphony at the Castle is one of the most special experiences we bring to life at Casa Loma,” said Nick Di Donato, President and CEO of Liberty Entertainment Group. “The combination of live orchestral performance, candlelight, and historic surroundings creates something truly unforgettable. For Torontonians and visitors alike, it’s a chance to experience Casa Loma as both a cultural destination and an immersive night out.” 

The Twilight Symphony guest experience offers cocktails at the Carriage Room bar, both pre-show and at intermission. For those who wish to partake in the ultimate experience at the castle or enjoy a romantic and unforgettable evening out, guests may purchase limited, pre-show VIP dinner packages ($250/pp, 5 p.m. or 5:30 p.m. seatings) for a prix fixe dinner at the castle’s award-winning dining destination, BlueBlood Steakhouse. 

Tickets for this immersive cultural experience are now available at casaloma.ca. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., with performances beginning at 7:30 p.m. General admission tickets are $70 + HST. 

Experience live music in a new light with two different musical themes every week: 

Friday nights: Rock Symphony

Rock Symphony features guest vocalists Cleopatra Williams and Justin Di Donato and showcases the best of symphonic classic rock, ranging from Queen and Pink Floyd to Led Zeppelin, Aerosmith, Prince, and more. Cleopatra Williams has shared stages with Sting, Justin Bieber, Michael Bublé, Foreigner, and The Tenors, and returns with partner Justin Di Donato. Di Donato, front man for the award-winning Cold Weather Captains, is a singer/songwriter who has shared the stage with Karl Wolf and Alan Frew (Glass Tiger)

Saturday nights: Broadway to Opera

Broadway to Opera hosts guests on Saturday, with soaring songs and hummable hits from the most beloved operas and Broadway shows, performed by Toronto’s adored operatic duo, Soprano Sara Papini and her partner, tenor Joey Niceforo. 

Valentine’s Weekend Special 

Casa Loma is offering a Valentine’s Weekend Package where each guest will receive a rose and one glass of prosecco to further enjoy the enchanting evening of music illuminated by candlelight.

 

 

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Bryen Dunn is a freelance journalist with a focus on travel, lifestyle, entertainment and hospitality. He has an extensive portfolio of celebrity interviews with musicians, actors and other public personalities. He enjoys discovering delicious eats, tasting spirited treats, and being mesmerized by musical beats.