Christmas in Manchester

The Most Magical Santa’s Grottos in Greater Manchester

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Christmas is fast approaching, and there’s no better way to get the whole family into the…

Candlelight Concerts Brighten Manchester in 2025

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Manchester might have a reputation for grey skies and rainy days (but that’s more of a myth…

Manchester's best Christmas ever will see festive fun return to Albert Square

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Manchester is on course for its best Christmas ever this year with the return of festive fun to…

Christmas Light Displays Across Greater Manchester 2025

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When the nights draw in and the temperature drops, Greater Manchester lights up - quite literally…

Top 10 Spots for a Warm and Cosy Hot Drink in Manchester

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When the Manchester drizzle is in full force and the heating clicks on, nothing beats taking shelter…

Top 5 Unmissable Things to Do in Manchester This Winter

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Manchester in winter is full of charm, with cosy cafés, markets, and world-class museums…

RHS Glow at RHS Garden Bridgewater: Magical Winter Lights, UK Premieres & Festive Fun (2025 Guide)

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Experience the magic of RHS Glow at RHS Garden Bridgewater this winter! From 26 November to 30…

Skate Manchester

GET READY FOR MANCHESTER’S ULTIMATE WINTER EXPERIENCE! 25 OCTOBER 2025 – 4 January 2026…

Manchester Christmas Parade 2025

Manchester's magical Christmas Parade - THE heartwarming event of the festive season - is back…

The Lion The Witch and The Wardrobe

• Lowry

Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime as the West End smash-hit production of The Lion, the…

Disney On Ice presents Find Your Hero

• AO Arena

Disney On Ice returns to Manchester with Find Your Hero, swooping into the AO Arena for multiple…

RHS Glow

• RHS Garden Bridgewater

This winter, RHS Garden Bridgewater transforms into a magical wonderland as RHS Glow returns…

Shaun The Sheep’s Circus Show

• Aviva Studios

A high-flying family adventure with un-BAA-lievable acrobats comes to Aviva Studios this winter Two…

The Holiday: The Film with Live Orchestra

• Bridgewater Hall

Cherished Christmas romcom The Holiday is set to be presented live in concert this festive…

Candlelight: Christmas Classics

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to…

Santa Special 2025

• East Lancashire Railway

You better not pout and you better not cry, Santa Claus is coming to town! Steam into Christmas on…

The Grotto at The Trafford Centre

This year, your family becomes part of a magical mission… saving Christmas cheer! The North…

Breakfast With Santa

The Printwork's family favourite Christmas event is back! Come along and enjoy a delicious…

Breakfast with the Naughty Elves

A magical morning for mischief makers. Join The Ivy for breakfast with Santa's naughty elves…

Mowgli Christmas Feasting

• Corn Exchange Manchester

This Christmas, Mowgli invites guests to gather beneath the vines and twinkling lights for a feast…

Festive Dinner @ Hard Rock Cafe Manchester

• Printworks

Join Hard Rock Cafe for dinner this holiday season. Enjoy festive classics, signature dishes or…

Manchester Christmas Markets

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The Trafford Centre

The Trafford Centre The world-renowned shopping and leisure destination has all the must-have…

Manchester Arndale

When it comes to shopping in the city centre, Manchester Arndale is the ultimate destination. With…

Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet

Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet – The Ultimate Day Out As the UK’s largest designer…

The Sculpts

If you want to buy a beautiful gift for someone who loves Manchester, you can’t go wrong with…

Selfridges

Selfridges Exchange Square is located in the heart of the city and offers a luxury shopping…

The Edwardian Manchester

A 5-star luxury hotel with spa in Manchester’s city centre The Edwardian Manchester offers its…

Kimpton Clocktower Hotel

Kimpton Clocktower Hotel is a luxury hotel with an industrial soul that is sprawled out on Oxford…

The Midland Hotel

Set in the heart of Manchester, this Grade II listed building exudes elegance and history. Following…

Canopy & Stars

Canopy & Stars find treehouses, cabins, houseboats, yurts, shepherd’s huts and other…

Leonardo Hotel Manchester Central

Leonardo Hotel Manchester Central is located in the centre of Manchester, 4…

Leonardo Hotel Manchester Piccadilly

Leonardo Hotel Manchester Piccadilly offers 275 stylish bedrooms, with en-suite bathrooms…

Clayton Hotel Manchester City Centre

Clayton Hotel Manchester City Centre is a truly luxurious and stylish 4-star hotel, perfectly…

Maldron Hotel Manchester Cathedral Quarter

Maldron Hotel Manchester Cathedral Quarter is a newly built four-star hotel, ideally located…

Maldron Hotel Manchester City Centre

Stay in one of Manchester’s newest hotels and discover a city rich in personality…

The Lowry Hotel

The Lowry Hotel is situated on the banks of the River Irwell. Positioned in the perfect location the…

Dakota Manchester

Dakota is a lifestyle brand for the independent thinking, discerning traveller. An eight-story new…

YOTEL Manchester Deansgate

You can’t get much more central than YOTEL Manchester Deansgate. Just off Deansgate, in the…

Hilton Garden Inn Emirates Old Trafford

Make the most of your trip to Manchester with an overnight getaway at the four-star Hilton Garden…

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester – Piccadilly

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester-Piccadilly is ideally located in the heart of the city. The…

INNSiDE Manchester

INNSiDE Manchester stands in a stunning building in one of the city’s most vibrant…

Mercure Manchester Piccadilly

A 4-star hotel in the heart of Manchester City Centre with fantastic panoramic views across the…

Holiday Inn The Niu Loom

Discover Manchester with ease! Holiday Inn – the niu, Loom Manchester North is right next to…

Hotel Gotham Manchester

Boutique 5* hotel, Rooftop Private Members Bar, GILT Club & 2AA Rosette Honey Restaurant. Hotel…