Manchester Christmas Markets
17 November to 23 December, 2012
No Mancunian winter is complete without a wander through the chalet-lined streets of Manchester's famous Christmas market.
The perfect place to get your evening started, pick up some fabulous Christmas gifts, or relax after a hard day's Christmas shopping, the markets really have become a very firm fixture of everybody's yuletide countdown.
European and local producers offer everything from fine amber jewellery, handcrafted leather bags, and top quality bonsai trees, to Dutch cheeses, French breads, and Spanish chorizo. Perfect for alternative gift ideas, enjoy the banter and advice of stallholders from all over the continent.
The array of food and drink on offer is mind-boggling, with mouth-watering delicacies from all over Europe. Try sweet and savoury treats from Dutch mini pancakes and Hungarian goulash to Spanish paella and French profiteroles. Relax with a hot chocolate, warming Gluhwein, German or Spanish beer or French wine. Soak up the atmosphere of a truly international event with a uniquely Mancunian flavour.
Take a look at our video and experience it for yourself.
Contents of Manchester Christmas Markets
- 17 November to 23 December, 2012 (this page)
- Manchester Christmas Market Mug & Glass Deposit Scheme
- European Christmas Market at Albert Square
- World Christmas Market at Brazennose Street
- French Christmas Market at King Street
- German Christmas Market at St Ann's Square
- Christmas Markets at Exchange Square and The Triangle
- Christmas Market at New Cathedral Street
- Arts & Crafts Market at Exchange Street
- Trading and Busking at Christmas Markets
- Getting to the Christmas Markets
- City Centre Parking Information
- Map of the Christmas Markets
- Our Awards






