# Christmas Markets & Holiday Fairs in Manchester 2026

- **Subtitle**: Discover the best Christmas markets in Manchester during 2026. Shop handmade gifts, holiday crafts, festive treats, artisan goods, and seasonal decorations while enjoying Christmas fairs, holiday markets, live entertainment, and family-friendly festivities.
- **Category**: Christmas Markets & Fairs
- **Type**: other

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## About

Celebrate the festive season at the best Christmas markets in Manchester. Explore holiday markets, Christmas fairs, artisan craft shows, seasonal shopping events, Christmas villages, festive food stalls, live entertainment, and family-friendly activities. Whether you're searching for unique handmade gifts, holiday decorations, or festive experiences, discover the top Christmas markets and holiday fairs happening across Manchester in [YEAR].

## Christmas Markets & Fairs Events in Manchester

- **Event Name**: Manchester Christmas Market
  - **Description**: This year marks a special year for the UK's capital of Christmas as it was exactly 25 Christmases ago that Manchester's first-ever Christmas market took place in 1998.

A quarter of a century later the markets continue to attract Mancunians and visitors a
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  - **Date**: Fri Dec 04 2026 at 08:15 am (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/manchester-christmas-market/200028233149001
  - **Venue**: Albert Square, Manchester, M2 6, United Kingdom
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  - **Categories**: christmas, food-drinks
- **Event Name**: MANCHESTER CHRISTMAS MARKETS 2026 | JOIN FOR INFO
  - **Description**: This award winning Christmas market is one of the largest in the UK. For five magical weeks, it winds its way through some of Manchester's most eye-catching streets and squares.


Join for more updates as we get closer to the event
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  - **Date**: Fri Nov 13 2026 at 12:00 pm – Fri Nov 13 2026 at 12:15 pm (+00:00)
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  - **Venue**: Albert Square, Manchester, United Kingdom
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- **Event Name**: The Monastery Christmas Market
  - **Description**: Our annual Christmas market in the beautiful Monastery you’ll find 30+ stalls of Beautiful handmade or crafted goods as well as Bakes,Sweets, and Beer all under one roof .
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  - **Date**: Sun Nov 22 2026 at 11:00 am – Sun Nov 22 2026 at 03:30 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/the-monastery-christmas-market/200030469417913
  - **Venue**: The Monastery Manchester
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  - **Categories**: christmas, christmas-markets-and-fairs
- **Event Name**: Winter Makers Market | Day 1
  - **Description**: Get into the festive spirit this November with our Winter Arts & Makers Market.

Browse a carefully curated selection of independent artists, makers, designers and creatives from across the region, showcasing handmade gifts, original artwork, homeware
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  - **Date**: Sat Nov 21 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat Nov 21 2026 at 04:30 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/winter-makers-market-day-1/200030351071958
  - **Venue**: Left Bank, Spinningfields, M3 3ER Manchester, United Kingdom
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  - **Categories**: art, christmas-markets-and-fairs
- **Event Name**: Make It Artisan Market by Little Owl Events
  - **Description**: Well, we're getting very excited about this Artisan Market at The Monastery this June! 🛍🎨

Whether you're searching for 'just the right' gift with heart, or just fancy a Sunday stroll through handmade wonder, this market is a treasure trove.

Join us for
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  - **Date**: Sun Nov 22 2026 at 11:00 am – Sun Nov 22 2026 at 03:30 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/make-it-artisan-market-by-little-owl-events/200030610112146
  - **Venue**: The Monastery Manchester
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  - **Categories**: christmas-markets-and-fairs, art
- **Event Name**: Christmas Book Bonanza Manchester
  - **Description**: Join us alongside some fabulous indie authors and bookish businesses for a festive day of Book Bonanza joy in the heart of Manchester!About this EventChristmas Book Bonanza ManchesterJoin us for the
  - **Date**: Sat Dec 05 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sat Dec 05 2026 at 04:00 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/christmas-book-bonanza-manchester/100001990714119520
  - **Venue**: The Alan Manchester
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  - **Price**: GBP 3 to 82
  - **Categories**: fitness, Art, literary-art
- **Event Name**: SAA Christmas Fair
  - **Description**: Please come and support our rescue work at our wonderful Christmad Fair - hosted at St Matthew's Community Hall in Stretford!
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  - **Date**: Sat Dec 05 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sat Dec 05 2026 at 04:00 pm (+00:00)
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  - **Venue**: St Matthew's Hall Stretford
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  - **Categories**: christmas, christmas-markets-and-fairs
- **Event Name**: Openshaw Christmas Market and Santa family party
  - **Description**: a fun filled day. christmas stalls throughout the day, santa, kids disco and party.
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  - **Date**: Sat Dec 12 2026 at 12:00 pm (+00:00)
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  - **Venue**: Openshaw
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## Trending Events in Manchester

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  - **Description**: Step into a creative space inspired by timeless artistic vision. Whether you’re new to life drawing or an experienced artist, this immersive session offers a fresh way to observe the figure through one of art history’s most distinctive voices. Set agai
  - **Venue**: Revolución de Cuba Manchester
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  - **Description**: During this fully tutored life drawing course you will discover how returning to the essential principles of drawing can help even the more experienced artist to express their ideas and observations more eloquently.Guided by our tutor you will b
  - **Venue**: Friends' Meeting House
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  - **Venue**: Friends' Meeting House, Mount Street, Manchester, UK
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- **Event Name**: Foundations of Life Drawing : A Structured Approach to Drawing the Figure
  - **Description**: This is an opportunity for beginner artists to come together and learn new techniques and skills in capturing the human form from a live model.Because we believe that life drawing is an essential skill for all artists whether you're interested i
  - **Venue**: Friends' Meeting House, Mount Street, Manchester, UK
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- **Event Name**: Indian Restaurant Summit & Honours 2026 – Global Edition
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  - **Venue**: The Edwardian Manchester Hotel
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- **Event Name**: Oasis Wonderwalk Tour
  - **Description**: Wander through the streets and learn some of the hidden gems and secrets of Manchester!About this EventOasis Wonderwalk Tour – The Ultimate Oasis Experience!
  - **Venue**: Arch of Chinatown
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- **Event Name**: Rock 'n Goal Manchester Walking Tour
  - **Description**: Wander through the streets and learn some of the hidden gems and secrets of Manchester!About this EventWelcome to our tour! This 2-hour Manchester walking tour with Joe will show you all the top attractions and insider st
  - **Venue**: Arch of Chinatown
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- **Event Name**: Kevin Bridges at O2 Apollo Manchester
  - **Venue**: O2 Apollo Manchester
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- **Event Name**: Sam Smith at Albert Hall
  - **Venue**: Albert Hall
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Christmas Markets & Fairs events in Manchester?
  - **A:** Manchester Christmas Market (Fri Dec 04 2026 at 08:15 am at Albert Square, Manchester, M2 6, United Kingdom), MANCHESTER CHRISTMAS MARKETS 2026 | JOIN FOR INFO (Fri Nov 13 2026 at 12:00 pm at Albert Square, Manchester, United Kingdom), The Monastery Christmas Market (Sun Nov 22 2026 at 11:00 am at The Monastery Manchester), Winter Makers Market | Day 1 (Sat Nov 21 2026 at 11:00 am at Left Bank, Spinningfields, M3 3ER Manchester, United Kingdom), Make It Artisan Market by Little Owl Events (Sun Nov 22 2026 at 11:00 am at The Monastery Manchester).
- **Q**: How can I find Christmas Markets & Fairs events in Manchester?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Christmas Markets & Fairs events in Manchester on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Christmas Markets & Fairs events in Manchester?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Christmas Markets & Fairs events in Manchester?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Christmas Markets & Fairs events in Manchester include Albert Square, Manchester, M2 6, United Kingdom, Albert Square, Manchester, United Kingdom, The Monastery Manchester.
- **Q**: What is the price range for Christmas Markets & Fairs events in Manchester?
  - **A:** Prices for Christmas Markets & Fairs events in Manchester range from GBP 3 to GBP 82. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Christmas Markets & Fairs events in Manchester?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Christmas Markets & Fairs events in Manchester include Love Local, Manchester Christmas Markets, Little Owl Artisan.
- **Q**: Are there any online Christmas Markets & Fairs events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Christmas Markets & Fairs events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Christmas Markets & Fairs events in Manchester?
  - **A:** Follow the Christmas Markets & Fairs category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Christmas Markets & Fairs events are listed in Manchester.

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