Manchester Christmas Markets

This year, Manchester Christmas Markets takes place from 8th November until 22nd December 2024. The Winter Gardens in Piccadilly Gardens will run until the 3rd of January 2024. Also at the Cathedral Gardens section of the Market, the food and drink stalls will re-open after Christmas through to December 31st. Here is our guide:

The family-friendly Winter Gardens will have a selection of bars, food stalls, craft sellers and a stage with live music and DJ’s.

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The stalls on the market will have the following opening times:

Everyday – 10am till 9pm

The xmas markets will have an array of stalls selling stocking fillers, Christmas gifts, personalised decorations, jewellery and arts and craft goodies. Spread across six city centre squares they will be festive delights for the whole family. Still need to shop more then why don’t you visit the World famous Trafford Centre.

Hotels Near Manchester Christmas Markets

To fully immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere, consider staying at one of the hotels or guesthouses near Manchester Christmas Markets. Here are a few recommendations:

1. **Hotel Brooklyn**: In a trendy neighbourhood with bars and restaurants, this hip hotel is 3 minutes on foot from Manchester Art Gallery and a 9-minute walk from Manchester Piccadilly train station. Featuring mid-century modern decor, the fashionable rooms provide Wi-Fi, smart TVs and minifridges, plus Nespresso machines. Upgraded rooms have minibars. Suites add living areas, soaking tubs, and/or terraces with city views. Room service is available. There’s an industrial-chic restaurant serving international dishes, all-you-can-eat brunch buffets and afternoon tea. Other amenities include a cocktail bar, and a lounge with seating areas. Breakfast is offered.

2. **Stock Exchange Hotel**: In a grand stone building that once housed the Manchester Stock Exchange, this plush hotel in the city centre is a 3-minute walk from a tram stop, and 6 minutes away on foot from both the National Football Museum and Manchester Cathedral. Sophisticated, warmly furnished rooms have flat-screen TVs, Wi-Fi and Nespresso machines. Upgraded rooms add smart TVs, minibars and/or free-standing baths. A lavish penthouse suite has a rooftop terrace. A lively, upscale restaurant/bar features a domed ceiling. There’s also an understated lounge. Valet parking and personal shopping services are available.

3. **Yotel Manchester Deansgate**: Off Deansgate, a major city centre thoroughfare with restaurants and nightlife, this fashionable hotel is 6 minutes’ walk from Manchester Art Gallery and a mile from Manchester Piccadilly train station. Featuring striking images, the compact rooms (no windows) provide Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and rainfall showers. Upgraded rooms and suites have floor-to-ceiling windows, city views, sitting areas and/or sofabeds. A hip restaurant/bar offers a terrace. Breakfast is also available.

4. **Hotel Gotham**: In an iconic former bank building, this upscale art deco-style hotel is a 6-minute walk from Piccadilly Gardens Metrolink station and 0.5 mile from the Palace Theatre performance venue. Stylish rooms feature vintage decor and high ceilings, along with flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi. They also offer minibars and Nespresso machines. Suites come with separate sitting areas; some also add free-standing tubs and 60-inch TVs. Room service is offered. Breakfast is available (fee). Amenities include a 6th-floor restaurant that serves modern British cuisine. Guests also have access to a top-floor private bar/club with terraces and sweeping city views.

5. **The Lowry Hotel**: Overlooking Trinity Bridge on the River Irwell, this upmarket glass-fronted hotel is an 8-minute tram ride from Victoria Station and the Phones 4u Arena. Contemporary rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows with river or city views, as well as flat-screen TVs, iPod docks and marble bathrooms. Suites add kitchens, lounge/dining areas and free Wi-Fi. In-room dining is available. A trendy restaurant offers innovative British dishes, along with afternoon tea, champagne breakfast, and live music on Sunday mornings. There’s also an upmarket bar with a terrace and river views. Additional amenities include a spa, a fitness centre and a ballroom.

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St Ann’s Square Christmas Market

The following stalls will be located at St Ann’s:

Star Bakery – Offering strudels, kaiserschmarren and soft drinks
The Pancake House – offering a selection of sweet and savoury pancakes
Yard & Coop – Buttermilk fried chicken in a selection of options
Manke Markets – Traditional selection of German beer and gluhwein and a German big pan offering a selection of German delights
Gingerbread House Confections – Handmade chocolates, truffels, marzipans, cakes and waffles
Pure Indulgence – Soaps, bath bombs and shampoo bars
Johnson Crafts – Handmade bamboo watches, leather watches and bracelets
Metal Art Productions – Metal sculptures made from a selection of recycled parts
Winbridge – Selection of wooden games
Drydock Driftwood – Driftwood sculptures and clocks
Manc and Proud – Selection of T-shirts, Sweatshirts, Hoodies, keyrings, mugs and coasters
The Cheese Board – Selection of Cheese, jams and chutneys
Continental Cottage – Selection of German meats
Bellapaella – Selection of cold tapas
Amber Jewellery – Hand made amber & silver jewellery
Wraptious – Mounted giclee art prints
Eat Liquorice – Selection of handmade liquorices
Winbridge – Acrylic wooden lamps

King Street Christmas Market

The following stalls will be located at King Street:

O Sweet Home – Selection of crepes and waffles
N & P Events – Selection of Arancini’s
Cuisine Provencale – Garlic potatoes, Chicken & garlic mushrooms
Xmas Foods & Drinks Ltd – Selection of French beer, wine, hot wine and Champagne
Eat Grk – Freshly made Greek gyros with a selection of fillings
Le Moulin Au Chocolat – Hot chocolates, cakes & biscuits, tea & liquor coffee’s
Urban Colours – Original acrylic paintings, printed cushions and China mugs
Terresa Ltd – Christmas decorations made from re-cycled wood
Salford Rum Company – Selection of spiced and dark spiced rums to be consumed off site
Charles Taylor Trading – Selection of hand-made wooden furniture
Dorri Ltd – Dried fruit and nuts, olives and Turkish delights
Small Batch Cocktails Ltd – Bottled cocktails to be consumed off site
Soaps of Provence Ltd – Selection of French soaps
M Crafts – Selection of personalised Christmas decorations
Malvavisco – Selection of marshmallows
Johnsons Toffees – Selection of fudges and toffees
The Best of Italy – Italian deli offering a selection of Cheese, salami, dried pasta and sauces
Frank’s Jewels – Selection of necklaces, earrings and rings
Cherry Tree UK Ltd – Selection of marmalades, jams and cheese’s
The Toast Italiano – Traditional hand-made Neopolitan doughnuts

Exchange Street Christmas Market

The following stalls will be located at Exchange Street:

The Great North Pie Company – Selection of handmade pies including meat, fish and vegetarian
Birchwood Leather – Selection of leather goods including wallets, hats, bags and purses
Earth, Rock & Stone – Selection of handmade sterling silver & gemstone pendants and rings
MCR Wall Art – Selection of Manchester photography wall art
Angel Belle Jewellery – Selection of silver and crystal jewellery
Dontbitchstitch – Selection of designer clothing, hats and bags
Trolle Trading Ltd – Toffee vodka to be consumed off site
Lakleland Picnic Ltd – Selection of hot burgers and sausages with bread
Mamma Mia – Selection of Italian food, prosecco, lager and wine

New Cathedral Street Christmas Market

The following stalls will be located at New Cathedral Street:

Eat New York – Beef bagels, pastrami burgers and a rib of beef French dip sandwiches
Mango Rays Ltd – Selection of Burrito’s including beef, pulled port, roast chicken and vegan five bean served with a selection of sauces
Bar 3 – Selection of lagers and ciders, gins and smoking cocktails. Soft drinks served also
The Witch House – German beer and gluhwein. Big pan serving a selection of traditional German food
Zen Experimental Ltd – Selection of rums
SGB Trading – Various cakes including loaf and fruit cakes.
Mantra – Leather books and photo albums and a selection of Indian jewellery
Cheshire Cheese Company – Selection of chutneys. cheeses, jams and spreads
Birchwood Leather – Selection of leather goods including wallets, hats, bags and purses
The Little Gift Hut – Keepsakes, charms and love gifts
Eat Liquorice – Selection of handmade liquorice
Celtic Spirit Company – Welsh spirits to be consumed off site
Unikalus Vaizdas – Selection of ceramic candle houses
Mouse and Moon – Hand painted glass bottles with LED Lighting
Artesania – Selection of ceramic money boxes & mugs
The Cocktail Company – Selection of bottled cocktails to be consumed off site
Laura’s Fudge – Selection of handmade fudge and toffee
Mayflower Apiaries – Selection of honey and beeswax products
Java Bar Espresso Ltd – Selection of coffee and teas
The Buddha Beauty Company – Selection of hand made organic & vegan beauty products
Lanx Group Ltd – Selection of women’s and men’s shoes and socks

Exchange Square Christmas Market

The following stalls will be located at Exchange Square:

The Mill Exchange Ltd – Selection of cocktails, mulled wine and liqueur coffees
Tikka Kebab Kitchen – Chicken, lamb and vegetarian curries
Forum Foods Ltd – Stone baked pizzas
De Creperie – Mini pancakes and waffles
Turks Charcoal Pit – Hot roast pork sandwiches and a selection of alcoholic drinks
Round Food House – Selection of traditional German foods
Elsie Mays – Selection of specialty teas and coffees and hot chocolates
Gingerbread House Confections – Handmade chocolates, truffels, marzipans, cakes and waffles
The Crustie Pie Company – Selection of pork pies, pasties and chutneys
Wall Art Collective Ltd – Bespoke animal heads for wall art
Zadak d.o.o. – Selection of wooden name plagues, mirrors and photo frames
Crios Gifts – Selection of jewellery and body piercings
Zara Cakes Ltd – Selection of cakes and cupcakes
Faith & Sons – Selection gin’s and rum’s
De Luciano – Selection of Latin American alpaca clothing
Priya Trading – Selection of Nepalese clothing including jackets, jumpers, coats, scarves and hats
The Cheese Board – Selection of cheese, jams and chutneys
The Festive House – Selections of Christmas stocking ideas
Artisan Farm – Selection of hand made cheeses
Terrasa Ltd – Selection of Christmas decorations made from recycled wood
Pineapple Events Solutions Ltd – Fruit dipped in chocolate and a selection of cakes
Pure Indulgence – Soaps, bath bombs and shampoo bars
Riverside Spirits – Selection of spirits including gin, vodka and rum
Dorri Ltd – Dried fruit, nuts and Turkish delight
Mosiac – Selection of jewellery and bags
Grey Thread – Selection of Tweed jackets, waistcoats and gillets
Sasha Ray Photography – Mounted art prints
From The Olive Tree – Selection of olive oil soaps and crafted olive wood boxes

Market Street Christmas Market

The following stalls will be located at Market Street:

Garlic Grater – Selection of garlic and accessories
Popsters – Pop record clocks & coasters
Ken The Hat Man – Selection of hats and gloves
Baby Leon – Selection of boutique Children’s clothing
Amazonas Jewellery – Selection of hand made silver and glass jewellery
Exglo UK – Selection of tweed bags, wallets and purses
Carpe Diems Finest Ltd – Selection of alcohol free wines
Kingdom Of Sweets – Selection of sweets
Edges Arms – Surname history scrolls
Personalised Gifts – Selection of personalised gifts including bracelets, keyrings, hairbands and toy trucks
Xtravertz – Various football shirts and men’s clothing to be sold for upcycling into dogwear at customer request
The Great British Cheese Company – Waxed truckle cheeses
Laser Engraves Pendants – Selection of keyrings, ornaments and charms
Mandalay Accessories Ltd – Selection of hair accessories
Crios Gifts – Selection of jewellery and body piercings
Vietnam UK Connect Ltd – Selection of candle and wine holders
TWS Trading Ltd – Selection of steel wind spinners
Tiger Mountain – Selection of Nepalese jackets, jumpers, coats, scarves and hats
O’Donnell Moonshine Ltd – Selection of Moonshine official products
Silver Flowers – Selection of real flower jewellery that has been made with silver and set in resin
Pretty Little Princess – Selection of children’s clothing and footwear
M & C Crafts – Selection of personalised Christmas tree decorations
Vybrid – Selection of decorative wooden plaques made with recycled materials
The Melting Pot – Selection of teas, coffees and soft drinks

Cathedral Gardens Christmas Market

The following stalls will be located at Cathedral Gardens:

Continental Catering – Giant Yorkshire Puddings with a choice of meats
De Creperie – Selection of waffles and pancakes
Well & Spruce – Selection of Liquor teas and coffees, hot chocolate and cakes & biscuits
Windmill – Selection of German alcoholic drinks
The Dog House – Selection of burgers and sausages
Agathas Farm – Selection of soaps, candles and soap dishes