Manchester Christmas Markets

The 2025 Manchester Christmas Markets are back and they’re going to be bigger and better than ever (we know we say that every year but we’re never wrong).

The markets kick off on Friday 7 November and close on Monday 22 December, except for A Taste of Christmas on Albert Square and the stalls at Cathedral Gardens which will remain open throughout the Christmas period until 4 January 2026.

See you there for a beer and a bratwurst!

16th November 2024

Where to find the cheapest drinks at the Manchester Christmas Markets, from beer to mulled wine

We've got the markets information that matters...

15th November 2024

Manchester has been named one of Europe’s top destinations to visit this winter

Wow, go us. ...

8th November 2024

10 food and drink highlights from the Manchester Christmas Markets 2024

In a word, NOM!...

8th November 2024

Manchester Christmas Markets 2024 prices – how much is food and drink this year?

Time to start budgeting. ...

8th November 2024

Travel advice issued for the Manchester Christmas Markets 2024 as millions descend on city

It's the big one!...

4th November 2024

Why Big Santa WON’T be in Manchester when the Christmas Markets open this week

He won't be here for the launch this time. ...

28th October 2024

Manchester’s iconic Christmas Markets mug designs revealed for 2024

Opening day is not far away now...

24th October 2024

Manchester Christmas Markets favourite Oi Dumplings issues plea after new restaurant hit by devastating fire

It had only been open a few months - so sad. ...

7th October 2024

Manchester Christmas Markets 2024 – dates, locations, times, map and stalls

Let the festivities begin....