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Manchester Christmas Markets

The Manchester Christmas Markets are back for 2021 running from the 12th November to the 22nd December.
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Christmas in Manchester

Christmas is a magical time in Greater Manchester and the perfect occasion to combine a short festive break with a spot of Christmas shopping. With hundreds of high street and independent boutique shops to choose from, Greater Manchester attracts visitors from far and wide, particularly during this period – and rightly so!

Although this year will be a little different there will be plenty of opportunity to treat yourself and your loved ones with a magical experience to get into the festive spirit. Browse our list below to see what’s on across Greater Manchester this winter or let someone else do the cooking and splurge on a luxury meal or afternoon tea.

If you're planning on visiting for longer than a day then make sure to browse our list of the top hotels in Manchester to make your festive stay truly special.

What's On This Christmas in Manchester
Matthew Bourne's Nutcracker!

The sweetest of all Matthew Bourne’s treats returns to The Lowry!
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Santa Specials

Treat the whole family to a magical trip through a winter wonderland as you kick start your Christmas on one of our Santa Specials. There’s a stocking full of family–friendly surprises, magical characters and more.
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The Lanterns at Chester Zoo

Set off on The Great Christmas Expedition to discover exotic illuminated wildlife and animal characters in 11 different fantastical worlds.
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Merry 80s Christmas

Rekindle the spirit of Christmases gone by this year with our Merry 80s Christmas season. With action, adventure and horror, this year’s festive season brings back characters that inspired a generation and films with a quotability and watchability that has stood the test of time.
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Aladdin

Aladdin will feature a lamp-load of comedy, jaw-dropping special effects, sensational song and dance and plenty of boos and hisses the whole family will enjoy.
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Shopping in Manchester

Shopping in Manchester is well worth more than one day's attention
Manchester Arndale

The UK's largest city-centre shopping centre with over 240 retailers.
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The Trafford Centre

Manchester's shopping and entertainment complex.
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Selfridges

Selfridges Exchange Square is located in the heart of the city and a luxury shopping experience, home to the most sought-after and exclusive designer brands in the world
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Where to Stay in Manchester

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Dakota Manchester

Dakota is a lifestyle brand for the independent thinking, discerning traveller.
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The Midland Hotel

Grade II listed Edwardian building exuding elegance and style.
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The Edwardian Manchester

Winner of ‘Leading Hotel of the Year 2019’, The Edwardian Manchester, A Radisson Collection Hotel brings redefined five-star luxury to the city’s beautiful Grade II*-listed Free Trade Hall.
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Hilton Garden Inn Emirates Old Trafford

The Hilton Garden Inn hotel is on-site at Emirates Old Trafford, home to Lancashire Cricket Club and offers the best value accommodation for leisure in Manchester and the surrounding areas.
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Yotel Manchester Hotel

You can’t get much more central than YOTEL Manchester Deansgate.
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The Midland Hotel

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Clayton Hotel Manchester City Centre

Clayton Hotel Manchester City Centre is a truly luxurious and stylish 4-star hotel, perfectly positioned on Portland Street in the heart of Manchester City Centre. The hotel is just an 8-minute walk to Piccadilly Station and a stone’s throw to St Peters Square, Manchester Central and Market Street.
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Getting to Manchester - Avanti West Coast

Avanti West Coast run the fastest trains out of London Euston to Manchester Piccadilly, with the journey taking just over two hours. Frequent services mean you can reach Manchester safely and in next to no time with a choice of Standard, Standard Premium or First Class travel.
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Getting to Manchester - Northern
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