Manchester Christmas Market - Albert Square
2026 dates confirmed
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Manchester Christmas Markets 2026
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When are the Manchester Christmas markets in 2026?
Manchester has 8 Christmas markets in our directory. Confirmed 2026 dates: Manchester Christmas Market - Albert Square, 6 Nov 2026 – 3 Jan 2027; Manchester Christmas Market (6 sites), 6 Nov – 22 Dec 2026. All are free to enter.
Manchester's Christmas markets spread across the city centre — Piccadilly Gardens, Exchange Square, Cathedral Gardens, St Ann's Square and King Street among them — mixing European food stalls with local makers. They're some of the most visited in the UK.
8Christmas markets
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All Christmas markets in Manchester
Dates for these markets were not published last season — check each official website for the latest.
Manchester Christmas Market - Exchange Square
2026 dates confirmed
Manchester Christmas Market - Exchange Street
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Manchester Christmas Market - King Street
2026 dates confirmed
Manchester Christmas Market - Market Street
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Manchester Christmas Market - New Cathedral Street
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Manchester Christmas Market - Saint Anns Square
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Manchester Christmas Market - Piccadilly Gardens
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Frequently asked questions
How many Christmas markets are there in Manchester?
We list 8 Christmas markets in Manchester, including Manchester Christmas Market - Albert Square, Manchester Christmas Market - Exchange Square, Manchester Christmas Market - Exchange Street and Manchester Christmas Market - King Street. Some are small one-day or weekend events, so check the dates on each card.
When do the Manchester Christmas markets open in 2026?
Official 2026 dates: Manchester Christmas Market - Albert Square: 6 Nov 2026 – 3 Jan 2027; Manchester Christmas Market (6 sites): 6 Nov – 22 Dec 2026. For the other 1 market we haven't confirmed 2026 dates yet.
Are the Christmas markets in Manchester free?
Yes, entry to the markets we list is free — you only pay for food, drinks and gifts. Many stalls serve mulled wine in a mug with a small deposit that you get back when you return it.