About this Event
Messiah by Candlelight
Saturday, December 13, 2025 • 4:00 PM
Sunday, December 14, 2025 • 4:00 PM
Calvary United Methodist Church • Pittsburgh Northside
Hallelujah!
Celebrate the season with Handel’s inspiring Messiah surrounded by the glow of candlelight and Calvary’s magnificent Tiffany stained-glass masterpieces. Now in its 13th year, this beloved Calvary tradition is a family-friendly, interactive concert that draws audiences from across the region.
What to Expect
- Professional Soloists: Anna Singer (soprano), Kara Cornell (mezzo-soprano), Kirk Dougherty (tenor), Matthew Hunt (baritone)
- Festival Choir & Chamber Orchestra under the direction of Brian Burns
- Performances on Calvary’s historic 1895 Farrand & Votey organ
- A sing-along experience—join in on eight choruses (optional, but encouraged!)
- Family-friendly: each child 10 & under receives a special activity pack
- Reception: enjoy cookies and fellowship in our Victorian Chapel following the concert
More than Music
Our Festival Choir has twice been invited by Distinguished Concerts International New York to sing Messiah at Carnegie Hall—most recently in 2023. This recognition reflects the dedication and talent of our choir and musicians since the concert began in 2011.
Each year, the event also supports Northside outreach ministries. Audience members are invited to bring toilet paper, paper towels, or tote bags for the Northside Common Ministries Food Pantry. Complimentary tickets are shared with neighborhood schools, smaller churches, and community organizations.
Join Us!
Kick off the holiday season with one of Pittsburgh’s most uplifting musical traditions. Come sing for the joy of it!
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971 Beech Avenue, Northside, Pittsburgh, PA 15233
412.231.2007
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Calvary United Methodist Church, 971 Beech Avenue, Pittsburgh, United States
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