{"id":6382,"date":"2024-11-05T10:55:31","date_gmt":"2024-11-05T10:55:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/?p=6382"},"modified":"2024-11-12T08:44:57","modified_gmt":"2024-11-12T08:44:57","slug":"manchester-christmas-markets","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/things-to-do\/christmas\/manchester-christmas-markets","title":{"rendered":"Manchester Christmas Markets"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\">[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]The nights are drawing in and there&#8217;s a chill in the air&#8230;that must mean Christmas is coming! And there&#8217;s no better way to kick start the festive season than heading to the Manchester Christmas Market! With delicious hot food and amazing drink stalls, this night out is a must-visit destination!<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s time to feel the Christmas spirit, festive cheer and get ready for food GALORE! We say this is one of the best Christmas Markets in the UK. From local traders offering all sorts of delicious delicacies to the dazzling displays of light and handmade candles, it really couldn\u2019t get any better, or could it\u2026[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator align=&#8221;align_left&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">\ud83c\udf84 Check out our BRAND NEW <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk\/events\/christmas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Christmas Events Page<\/a>! Plan your festive outing today! \ud83c\udf84<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator align=&#8221;align_left&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]\n            <div class=\"dowtk-blog-image\">\n                \n                \n                    <picture class=\"attraction-cta__image\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/shutterstock_297749345-1000x708.jpg\" alt=\"manchester christmas markets\" class=\"lazyload\" \/> \n                    <\/picture>\n                            <\/div>\n\n            [vc_column_text]\n<h2>Market Location and Opening Times<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator align=&#8221;align_left&#8221;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;]\n            <div class=\"attraction-cta\">\n                \n                \n                    <picture class=\"attraction-cta__image\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/shutterstock_524820796.jpg\" alt=\"market stalls\" class=\"lazyload\" \/> \n                    <\/picture>\n                \n                 \n            \n                                    <div class=\"attraction-cta__meta-wrapper\">\n                         \n                            <div class=\"attraction-cta__description\">\n                                This year the Manchester Christmas Markets will take place in various locations around and city streets spread across Manchester City Centre.\u00a0The main hub will be located at the \u201cWinter Gardens\u201d on Piccadilly Gardens.<\/p>\n<p>The festive events will launch on Friday 8th November 2024\u00a0and will be open until Sunday 22nd December 2024\u00a0from 10:00 until 21:00 every day! 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The indulgence starts here&#8230;because there is so much to try!<\/p>\n<p>When I went to Manchester Christmas Market we tucked into Flat Baker&#8217;s buttery and flakey croissants for melted chocolate and Oreos &#8211; dipped in chocolate sauce. The croissants were so delicious &#8211; it&#8217;s a must-try! But as we wandered around, we saw so many food options and culinary delights, from dumpling stalls, katsu chicken, halloumi fries and donor kebabs to carvery meat, Korean corndogs, crimble crumble, loaded fries, and SO MUCH MORE!\u00a0Whether you&#8217;re looking for sweet treats or hearty meals, you&#8217;ll find all sorts of delicious food here! Not to mention all the drink options! German beer, luxury oat hot chocolate, German lager and a whole host of soft drinks. Head to the much-loved Piccadilly Street Food Market for all things scrumptious and yummy.<\/p>\n<p>Are you looking for Christmas gift ideas or stocking fillers, or just need a family day filled with family fun? You can browse the markets or craft stalls and find all sorts of weird and wonderful items! There are over 225 stalls to discover, from handmade gift sets, woollen jumpers, bespoke crafts, artisan chocolates, thoughtful keepsakes and photo frames to even a French soap stall! With a wide range of gift stalls, you can find all sorts of presents to get you into the festive spirit.<\/p>\n<p>You can also jam to live music and DJs playing on the stage, so the festive atmosphere is always lively! Get up and have a boogie, or just enjoy the Christmas spirit under the twinkling fairy lights! This festive extravaganza is one of the reasons why it&#8217;s my favourite city for Christmas!                            <\/div>\n                                                                                                                                            <\/div>\n                \n                                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitmanchester.com\/shopping\/manchester-christmas-markets-p327351\" class=\"btn cta-component\" data-section-id=\"Blog Content\" data-component=\"Button - Purple Rounded\" target=\"_blank\">\n                        <span>Find out more<\/span>\n                    <\/a>\n                \n            <\/div>\n\n            [vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\n<h2>Manchester Ice Rink<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator align=&#8221;align_left&#8221;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;]\n            <div class=\"attraction-cta\">\n                \n                \n                    <picture class=\"attraction-cta__image\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/shutterstock_1159684246.jpg\" alt=\"ice rink at christmas market\" class=\"lazyload\" \/> \n                    <\/picture>\n                \n                 \n            \n                                    <div class=\"attraction-cta__meta-wrapper\">\n                         \n                            <div class=\"attraction-cta__description\">\n                                \n<div class=\"flex-1 overflow-hidden\">\n<div class=\"h-full\">\n<div class=\"react-scroll-to-bottom--css-snxdp-79elbk h-full\">\n<div class=\"react-scroll-to-bottom--css-snxdp-1n7m0yu\">\n<div class=\"flex flex-col text-sm md:pb-9\">\n<article class=\"w-full text-token-text-primary focus-visible:outline-2 focus-visible:outline-offset-[-4px]\" dir=\"auto\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-51\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\">\n<div class=\"m-auto text-base py-[18px] px-3 md:px-4 w-full md:px-5 lg:px-4 xl:px-5\">\n<div class=\"mx-auto flex flex-1 gap-4 text-base md:gap-5 lg:gap-6 md:max-w-3xl lg:max-w-[40rem] xl:max-w-[48rem]\">\n<div class=\"group\/conversation-turn relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\">\n<div class=\"flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\">\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col flex-grow\">\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 whitespace-normal break-words [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-5\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"6c59d10f-a6c2-4406-bc97-81e2bc430659\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-4o\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\">\n<div class=\"result-streaming markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert dark\">\n<p>Glide into festive fun at Cathedral Gardens&#8217; enchanting ice rink in Manchester! Perfect for skaters of all ages, this magical winter wonderland is set in the heart of the city, surrounded by twinkling lights and holiday cheer. Whether you&#8217;re a pro on the ice or more of a cautious shuffler, there\u2019s plenty of seasonal spirit to go around. 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All visitors who purchase a hot chocolate will be asked to pay a \u00a33.00 deposit. For wine or a pint of beer, you&#8217;ll need to pay \u00a31.50. You can either choose to return the mug or keep it for your memories.                            <\/div>\n                                                                                                                                            <\/div>\n                \n                \n            <\/div>\n\n            [vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\n<h2>Manchester\u2019s Giant Santa and Lights Trail<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator align=&#8221;align_left&#8221;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;]\n            <div class=\"attraction-cta\">\n                \n                \n                    <picture class=\"attraction-cta__image\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/shutterstock_329555288-1000x708.jpg\" alt=\"giant santa\" class=\"lazyload\" \/> \n                    <\/picture>\n                \n                 \n            \n                                    <div class=\"attraction-cta__meta-wrapper\">\n                         \n                            <div class=\"attraction-cta__description\">\n                                Manchester\u2019s giant Santa has returned! He will be placed outside Central Library in St Peter\u2019s Square, ready to have some festive fun! This giant Santa is powered with LED light bulbs, making this a sparkly Christmas for everyone. Weighing 2.3 tonnes and 12- metres high, this will be the main attraction every evening.<\/p>\n<p>There is also a nativity scene in St Ann\u2019s Square, light sculptures in Piccadilly Gardens and a large Christmas tree in St. Nick in St Peter\u2019s Square. This festive Christmas tree is made entirely from recycled materials and is reused each year &#8211; we love an environmentally conscious feature!<\/p>\n<p>You&#8217;ll also find a Manchester bee, GIANT walk-through baubles and many more festive lights twinkling in the night. Go exploring and see what you can find!                            <\/div>\n                                                                                                                                            <\/div>\n                \n                                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitmanchester.com\/shopping\/manchester-christmas-markets-p327351\" class=\"btn cta-component\" data-section-id=\"Blog Content\" data-component=\"Button - Purple Rounded\" target=\"_blank\">\n                        <span>Find out more<\/span>\n                    <\/a>\n                \n            <\/div>\n\n            [vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\n<h2>Manchester Winter Gardens<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator align=&#8221;align_left&#8221;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;]\n            <div class=\"attraction-cta\">\n                \n                \n                    <picture class=\"attraction-cta__image\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/manchester-winter-gardens-1200x708.jpeg\" alt=\"manchester christmas markets\" class=\"lazyload\" \/> \n                    <\/picture>\n                \n                 \n            \n                                    <div class=\"attraction-cta__meta-wrapper\">\n                         \n                            <div class=\"attraction-cta__description\">\n                                The fan-favourite wonderland in Piccadilly Gardens is back again &#8211; transformed into the Winter Gardens! With an array of craft and gift stalls, as well as tasty food and refreshments.<\/p>\n<p>Warm up by the log fires, enjoy live entertainment and sip on festive cocktails at the family-friendly winter gardens!                            <\/div>\n                                                                                                                                            <\/div>\n                \n                                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitmanchester.com\/shopping\/manchester-christmas-markets-p327351\" class=\"btn cta-component\" data-section-id=\"Blog Content\" data-component=\"Button - Purple Rounded\" target=\"_blank\">\n                        <span>Find out more<\/span>\n                    <\/a>\n                \n            <\/div>\n\n            [vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\n<h2>Getting to the Market<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator align=&#8221;align_left&#8221;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;]\n            <div class=\"attraction-cta\">\n                \n                \n                    <picture class=\"attraction-cta__image\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/shutterstock_340382900.jpg\" alt=\"food at market\" class=\"lazyload\" \/> \n                    <\/picture>\n                \n                 \n            \n                                    <div class=\"attraction-cta__meta-wrapper\">\n                         \n                            <div class=\"attraction-cta__description\">\n                                The Christmas Market is easily located in the City Centre, making it accessible to all!<\/p>\n<p>The market is close to the Deansgate and Victoria train stations. There are various car parks within walking distance, the nearest being Piccadilly Plaza and Chorlton Street.                            <\/div>\n                                                                                                                                            <\/div>\n                \n                \n            <\/div>\n\n            [vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;]\t<div id=\"thb-image-6a82ba58b502c\" class=\"caption-style1  aligncenter   thb_image_link wp-caption\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"thb-image-inner size_100\">\n\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"562\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"thb_image   attachment-full thb-lazyload lazyload\" alt=\"manchester market\" title=\"Manchester,,England,,Uk,-,November,4,,2019:,Christmas,Markets,In\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/shutterstock_1549498877.jpg\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/shutterstock_1549498877.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/shutterstock_1549498877-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/shutterstock_1549498877-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/shutterstock_1549498877-370x208.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/shutterstock_1549498877-800x450.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/shutterstock_1549498877-20x11.jpg 20w, https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/shutterstock_1549498877-185x104.jpg 185w, https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/shutterstock_1549498877-740x416.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/shutterstock_1549498877-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/shutterstock_1549498877-85x48.jpg 85w\" \/>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Are you ready to have a festive Christmas this year? 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