With over 220 stalls across nine sites throughout the city centre, this year's Christmas Markets are set to bring some much-needed festive cheer to the city's streets and squares in the run-up to Christmas.
1. Experience the magic of A Christmas Carol at Lowry, where Matthew Warchus’ acclaimed…
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A local guide to Manchester’s music history, museums, galleries, theatres, food halls and…
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Spooky season is almost here, and whether you’re looking for a trick or a treat, Greater…
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Christmas is the most magical time of year, but it can also be one of the busiest. Between festive…
Manchester is one of those cities where almost every corner has a story – and usually, a…
Christmas is one of the most magical times of the year, and if you're looking for the best…
One of the world's most recognised touring…
Only have 48 hours in Manchester? This itinerary takes you through some of the city’s best…
Discover another side of Manchester, from independent shops and cosy cafes to some of the…
Factory International’s programme at Aviva Studios offers a diverse array of bold art…
Christmas might feel a little way off, but the festive events everyone talks about each year are…
Manchester has become one of the UK’s most exciting cities for fine dining, with a growing…
As day turns to night at RHS Garden Bridgewater, experience a magical world of light and sound…
26 Nov 2026 - 30 Dec 2026
Matthew Warchus’ big-hearted, smash hit production of Charles Dickens’ immortal classic…
11 Dec 2026 - 10 Jan 2027
Seen by almost 12 million people across five continents and honoured with more than 80 awards…
02 Dec 2026 - 09 Jan 2027
Discover the magic of the Churnet Valley Railway's The Polar Express™ Train Ride, a…
07 Nov 2026 - 23 Dec 2026
Discover magic around every corner at Lanterns & Light 2026. Follow the glow through a…
13 Nov 2026 - 03 Jan 2027
Be transported into the many worlds of David Bowie. Through iconic performances, rarely-seen…
08 Dec 2026 - 10 Jan 2027
GET READY FOR MANCHESTER’S ULTIMATE WINTER EXPERIENCE! Skate Manchester is back, transforming…
06 Nov 2026 - 03 Jan 2027
Santa Claus is coming to town! Meet Father Christmas on this seasonal spectacular that is a…
28 Nov 2026 - 24 Dec 2026
Join the Jolly Postman on a frosty, fairytale adventure in this stage adaptation from Lowry and…
04 Dec 2026 - 03 Jan 2027
Stand face-to-face with the greatest dinosaurs in history on a colossal adventure through time See…
08 Dec 2026 - 06 Jan 2027
A magical musical treat for the whole family! Against the backdrop of the Northern Lights, a small…
27 Nov 2026 - 02 Jan 2027
Marley was dead… to begin with. The Book of Darkness & Light Theatre Company presents…
09 Dec 2026 - 12 Dec 2026
Northern Lights Manchester returns to Heaton Park this winter with a brand-new festive theme, A…
19 Nov 2026 - 31 Dec 2026
Set within a magnificent Grade II* listed building in the heart of Manchester, The Cut & Craft…
A Manchester institution, Nell’s is a pub & pizza shop serving perfectly crisp & thin…
Inspired by the desire to enjoy an exquisite afternoon tea in the heart of Manchester, the warm and…
Located in the heart of Spinningfields near Deansgate, Fogo de Chão Manchester (formerly…
Mollie’s Diner serves up all-day modern Americana — think classic comfort food…
In the heart of Manchester, Sexy Fish is an Asian restaurant and bar specializing in…
The new venue sits atop the iconic No.1 St Michael’s development, bringing Chotto…
Established in Brixton Market, Franco Manca is a renowned pizzeria chain known for its authentic…
SAMPA is an underground chef's table restaurant - up to 12 covers a night - featuring an…
Dishoom pays loving homage to the Irani cafés and food of all Bombay. Open for breakfast, lunch…
Chef patron Simon Shaw creates seasonally-influenced dishes, combining modern and traditional…
Their Mayfair restaurant is an iconic global culinary destination and Gordon Ramsay's…
Pip is a seasonal produce-led restaurant located on the ground floor of Treehouse Manchester…
Situated in the Castlefield Basin, the Wharf Restaurant hosts an extensive range of continental and…
Situated on Thomas Street, The Bay Horse has been a Manchester institution since the Georgian era…
Salford’s boldest and most delicious food hall. Hungry? Curious? Wandering in the Quayside…
Cosmopolitan food hall in an 1858 Grade II listed market building, on the edge of Manchester's…
Image Credit: Manchester City Council | Mark Waugh images 1-2 | Darren Robson Image 3…
The Trafford Centre The world-renowned shopping and leisure destination has all the must-have…
When it comes to shopping in the city centre, Manchester Arndale is the ultimate destination. With…
Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet – The Ultimate Day Out As the UK’s largest designer…
If you want to buy a beautiful gift for someone who loves Manchester, you can’t go wrong with…
Selfridges Exchange Square is located in the heart of the city and offers a luxury shopping…
A 4-star hotel in the heart of Manchester City Centre with fantastic panoramic views across the…
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester-Piccadilly is ideally located in the heart of the city. The…
INNSiDE Manchester stands in a stunning building in one of the city’s most vibrant…
Boutique 5* hotel, Rooftop Private Members Bar, GILT Club & 2AA Rosette Honey Restaurant. Hotel…
A 5-star luxury hotel with spa in Manchester’s city centre The Edwardian Manchester offers its…
Iconic Hotel. Independently Minded. Rooted in the independent spirit of Manchester, The Lowry Hotel…
Discover Manchester with ease! Holiday Inn – the niu, Loom Manchester North is right next to…
Stay in one of Manchester’s newest hotels and discover a city rich in personality…
Dakota Manchester Relaxed luxury, refined style and charming service - welcome to Dakota Manchester…
You can’t get much more central than YOTEL Manchester Deansgate. Just off Deansgate, in the…
Leonardo Hotel Manchester Piccadilly offers 275 stylish bedrooms, with en-suite bathrooms…
Leonardo Hotel Manchester Central is located in the centre of Manchester, 4…
Maldron Hotel Manchester Cathedral Quarter is a newly built four-star hotel, ideally located…
Clayton Hotel Manchester City Centre is a truly luxurious and stylish 4-star hotel, perfectly…
Kimpton Clocktower Hotel is a luxury hotel with an industrial soul that is sprawled out on Oxford…
Set in the heart of Manchester, this Grade II listed building exudes elegance and history. Following…
Canopy & Stars find treehouses, cabins, houseboats, yurts, shepherd’s huts and other…
Make the most of your trip to Manchester with an overnight getaway at the four-star Hilton Garden…
Explore Manchester easily with our travel guide on getting around. Find practical tips, transportation options, and maps for a seamless city exploration. Whether by tram, bus, or foot, our guide ensures you make the most of your visit, navigating Manchester with convenience.
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