How big is Manchester Christmas market?

With over 225 stalls across nine sites in the city centre selling food, drink, crafts and seasonal gifts, and just this week voted Europe's favourite Christmas Markets, the markets are a must-see attraction for visitors and local people alike, guaranteed to get everyone in the Christmas spirit.

What is the biggest Christmas market in UK?

10 November – 21 December 2023

Perhaps the biggest in Britain, boasting over 300 traders, Manchester is home to a jolly gigantic Christmas market. The city centre has multiple streets packed with stalls offering a multitude of tantalising food and drink, as well as an extensive range of gifts to buy for loved ones.

What is the world's largest Christmas market?

The largest Christmas market and one of the most well known is the Vienna Christmas World on Rathausplatz, near the Rathaus, Vienna's historic city hall.

How much is a pint at Manchester Christmas Market?

Pints almost everywhere start from £6 no matter which site or bar you visit, but we have found a rare £5 pint, and the cheapest mulled wine is coming in at £5.

Which area is best for Manchester Christmas market?

New Cathedral Street

New Cathedral is your go-to spot for high end gifts and foodie favourites. Craft-lovers will be enchanted by the selection of handmade candles, ceramics, local spirits, and thoughtful keepsakes on offer – a must-visit destination for Christmas shopping.

MANCHESTER Christmas Market - Full Tour

Is Manchester Christmas market the biggest in the UK?

Christmas Manchester's Christmas Markets

Get wrapped up in the festive extravaganza at the UK's biggest Christmas Market with over 225 stalls across nine sites.

Which Christmas market is better Manchester or York?

The, original, biggest and - arguably - the best Christmas market in the country, Manchester Christmas Markets is the ideal destination for a festive outing.

How many stalls are there at Manchester Christmas Market?

Christmas Manchester's Christmas Markets

Get wrapped up in the festive extravaganza at the UK's biggest Christmas Market with over 225 stalls across nine sites.

Does Manchester Christmas Market have rides?

This year the market will also introduce a designated family site for the first time with fun rides and entertainment throughout the season, including: LED light performers, magicians and street theatre - with spectacular views of the Manchester Cathedral and National Football Museum. Need more inspiration?

Do you need tickets for Manchester Christmas Market?

The good news is you don't - the stalls are all free to browse. You do need tickets if you want to go ice skating, however. You can read more about this here.

Which city has best Christmas market?

Where is Europe's biggest Christmas market?

Vienna, Austria

The city with the largest Christmas markets by visitor numbers is also one of the most famous. Vienna Christkindlmarkt in Rathausplatz square, in front of the Rathaus (city hall), sees around three million visitors every year.

Which city has the largest Christmas market?

The largest Christmas market and one of the most well known is the Vienna Christmas World on Rathausplatz, near the Rathaus, Vienna's historic city hall.

Which UK city has the best Christmas market?

Topping the list was Cardiff Christmas market, which runs from November 9 to December 3. This one has been around for almost three decades, so it's got the vibe down to a tee. For 2023 Cardiff will have 70 stalls occupied by a rolling programme of over 200 businesses in the city centre.

What time do Manchester Christmas markets start?

Since Manchester's Christmas Markets are scattered all over the city, we've put together a handy guide to help you plan your visit: Dates: 10th November – 22nd December (3rd January for The Winter Gardens at Piccadilly Gardens) Opening hours: the Albert Square Market usually runs from 10am until 9pm.

What is the most romantic Christmas market in the UK?

Bath Christmas Market

In fact, it's one of the most romantic Christmas markets. Over 170 fairy-lit chalets and Christmas Carts display homemade crafts and Christmas decorations. At the heart of the market, there's delicious festive food, including warming hot drinks to wrap your hands around as you stroll the streets.

What do they sell at Manchester Christmas Market?

Get all your Christmas shopping wrapped up on Market Street with its exclusive craft and gift area. Over 40 stalls full of extraordinary gift ideas - from tweed hats, spiced rum, Christmas decorations and candles, to jewellery, gift sets of cheese truckles and much more.

What time does Manchester Christmas Market stop?

Since Manchester's Christmas Markets are scattered all over the city, we've put together a handy guide to help you plan your visit: Dates: 10th November – 22nd December (3rd January for The Winter Gardens at Piccadilly Gardens) Opening hours: the Albert Square Market usually runs from 10am until 9pm.

What food is best at Manchester Christmas Market?

Is Manchester Christmas market better than Birmingham?

Analysing 50 Christmas markets, Heald's new index is based on the average number of visitors and stalls, overall Tripadvisor rating, global search volume, length of opening and TikTok views. And Manchester comes out on top - ahead of Vienna, in second, and Birmingham in third.

What street are Manchester Christmas markets?

Christmas Manchester's Christmas Markets

Piccadilly Gardens will be at the heart of our markets, which will also transform Market Street, Cathedral Gardens, Exchange Street, New Cathedral Street, St Ann's Square, Exchange Square, The Corn Exchange, and King Street into a Christmas wonderland. Jingle Bells! Ho!

How to get a stall at Manchester Christmas Market?

If you want to trade on any of the Manchester Specialist Markets, you must be registered on our Specialist Markets trader database, by completing and submitting this form with all supporting documents.

Which is better Liverpool or Manchester Christmas market?

Tom explains: “The only difference with Manchester we found is that it is far more spread out. We've no complaints about Liverpool. And it's good to have the markets because they add to the atmosphere and get you in the mood for Christmas.”

What is the best Christmas market to visit?

Is Manchester Christmas market good for kids?

Market Street is the perfect place to get those Christmas stockings filled with beautiful gifts from regional sellers. Cathedral Gardens is a family-friendly spot with an ice rink, food and drinks stalls, and entertainment from Thursdays through to Sundays, including shows for the children!