What time are the Manchester Christmas markets open in 2023?

The Manchester Christmas Markets 2023 will run from Friday 10th November until Thursday 21st December. Food and drink stalls across all the Christmas market locations open at 11 am and close at 9 pm every day, Monday to Sunday.

How busy is Manchester Christmas market?

They are simply too busy to be enjoyed. It's estimated nine million people visit the Manchester Christmas markets each year, and a recent analysis of the number of hashtags on Instagram has seen them crowned as “the most Instagram-worthy markets in Europe.”

When did Manchester Christmas markets first start?

The Manchester Christmas markets were first launched in 1999 as a single site in St Ann's Square. Now, the markets are spread across the city, attracting millions of visitors every year, filling the city with wooden huts and the scent of mulled wine.

Where is the best Christmas market in UK?

Which train station is Manchester Christmas markets?

The Market stalls are all in central Manchester, so any of the three main stations (Piccadilly, Victoria or Oxford Road) will drop you off relatively close, wherever you have travelled from. All three have good Metrolink services that will take you around the city.

Welcome to Manchester Christmas Markets 2023

What time do Manchester Christmas Markets start?

Manchester Christmas Market Opening Times

Craft stalls across all the Christmas market locations open at 10 am and close at 8 pm every day, Monday to Sunday. The food and drink stalls at Cathedral Gardens will continue to trade until 31 December to complement the ice rink which is also open until then.

Do you have to pay entry for Manchester Christmas market?

Fortunately, though, you do not need tickets to access any of the Manchester Christmas market stall locations, including the Winter Gardens. However, if you want to visit the ice skating rink in Cathedral Gardens, you will need to purchase a ticket. You can book tickets either at the ticket booth or online in advance.

Which Christmas market is better Manchester or York?

Thank you for subscribing! Manchester's Christmas Markets have been ranked as the second best in the UK according to a new study. The city was pipped to the post by Birmingham, but managed to beat the likes of Edinburgh, York and London in the list.

What's the biggest Christmas market in 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.

Is Manchester Christmas market better than Liverpool?

Manchester came out on top of the list thanks to its 13.3m views on TikTok, its duration of 42 days, its 0.042% chance of snowfall and average hotel room cost of £246.84. Second on the list was Edinburgh, followed by Liverpool, Glasgow and Aberdeen.

Is Manchester Xmas market good?

Manchester Christmas markets found to be the best in Europe - The Mancunion.

What stalls are at Manchester Christmas market 2023?

Where is the Manchester Christmas parade?

Starting from Manchester Cathedral at 1pm, the magical parade will weave its way through the city's streets, taking in Deansgate, St Ann's Street, Cross Street, Corporation Street, and Fennel Street. Please see below for the route map and further details.

Which Manchester Christmas market is best?

Ann's Square and Exchange Street include Manchester favourites such as Yard and Coop, alongside undercover bars serving German beers and mulled wine! St. Ann's Square has been the longest-running area for seasonal markets, so expect great things from these iconic streets this Christmas season.

Are there toilets at Manchester Christmas markets?

Cathedral Gardens toilets next to the Windmill. Piccadilly Gardens/Winter Gardens: accessible changing facilities, which include adult- weighted change bed, shower and toilet. An adult-weighted track hoist will also be available in Piccadilly Gardens. Please bring your own sling.

How far is Manchester Piccadilly from Christmas market?

Victoria is also the closest station to the new Cathedral Gardens market. Piccadilly is a little further, about a mile away, but still only an 18 minute walk - and it's ideally placed if you'd rather start off at the second new site in Market Street, which is only a 10 minute stroll.

Where is the best Christmas market 2023?

Where is the most beautiful Christmas market in Europe?

Budapest, Advent Feast At The Basilica

For the fourth time, Budapest's Christmas market has been chosen Best Christmas Market in Europe, after winning in 2023, 2021 and 2019.

Which city has the best Christmas market?

What is the most romantic Christmas market in the UK?

The Bath Christmas Market has a romantic atmosphere and attracts thousands of visitors from across the UK. Set in the picturesque streets surrounding Bath Abbey, there couldn't be a more perfect and magical setting for a Christmas Market.

How many Manchester Christmas markets are there?

Manchester's Christmas Markets are back for 2023 between November 10 and December 21. There are nine Christmas market sites across the city centre this year, with more than 220 stalls selling all kinds of festive food, drink and gifts.

What is the most famous Christmas market in the world?

The main Christmas market in Nuremberg, Germany – Christkindlesmarkt – is one of the oldest and best-known markets globally. It's known for its array of handcrafted goods for sale and for its fantastic German Bratwurst, gingerbread, and other traditional treats.

Do I need cash for Christmas Markets?

Should you use cash or card at Christmas markets? While more and more Christmas market vendors are equipped with chip and pin machines, this can't be relied upon, so make sure you don't take just plastic.

Is Manchester Christmas market big?

Manchester's Christmas markets are back! If you're looking for some festive cheer, Manchester plays host to one of the biggest and best "Weihnachtsmärkte" outside of Germany, with more than 300 wooden chalets spread across 10 different locations throughout the city.

Is Manchester markets cash or card?

Charges apply even where you choose not to use the full available space or stay for the full trading period. You must have the facility to make cashless payments at the market. We only accept payment at the market by credit or debit card, from the registered trader and their business.