From Friday 8th November, the markets will then open daily right
through to Sunday 22nd December.
- Winter Gardens - aka Piccadilly Gardens. The Scandi-style tipi returns to the Winter Gardens, and will be festooned with sparkling lights and traditional log fires. Also home to the iconic Manchester Christmas Windmill which comes in at a towering 4 metres high, visitors can expect winter tipples and cocktails, alongside fresh churros, Korean corndogs, fresh gyros and local food treats
- St Ann's Square and Exchange Street - the oldest market site in Manchester was home to the city's first seasonal stalls 25 years ago. Visitors can check out the Manchester Shop, the continental cheeses, and even alien sculptures as you wander the stalls and take in the festive atmosphere.
- Market Street - Manchester's Market Street will host a craft and gift area. Over 40 stalls full of gift ideas - from tweed hats, spiced rum, Christmas decorations and candles, to jewellery, gift sets of cheese truckles and much more.
- King Street - known for its array of foody stalls, here you can expect authentic Italian deli, Ballaro with fresh cannelloni and arancini, as well as a host of food and drink gifts.
- New Cathedral Street - craft-lovers will be enchanted by the selection of handmade candles, ceramics, local spirits, and thoughtful keepsakes on offer. Here is where you can also grab a currywurst from the iconic The Witch House.
- Exchange Square - here you can warm up at The Mill Exchange with their Mancunian mulled wine made on site, all while enjoying the legends of Manchester artwork adorning their walls. This is also the place to try the legendary Yorkshire pudding wrap from Porky Pig.
- The Corn Exchange - set between Corn Exchange and Shambles Square, you’ll find some of the most unique gifts available here. Expect handmade pies, Nepalese woollen jumpers and Christmas decorations made from recycled wood, plus photo frames and much more.
- Cathedral Gardens - experience Skate Manchester’s huge, covered ice rink which is open daily and free live entertainment hosted every Thursday to Sunday all the way up to New Year’s Eve. Warm up with chocolate crepes, hotdogs and hot chocolate and more.
Information provided by Preston & Weeton HIVE