Christmas Markets 2025

Feeling Festive?

Discover Manchester’s Christmas Markets from our doorstep

Explore Manchester’s famous Christmas markets when you visit us over the festive period!

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Where are the Christmas Markets in Manchester?

Manchester Christmas Markets 2025 return with festive magic across the city from 7th November to 4th January, centred around the newly reopened Albert Square. Hotel Indigo Manchester – Victoria Station offers ideal access to all market locations.

  • Albert Square
  • Exchange Square
  • Cathedral Gardens
  • King Street
  • St Ann’s Square
  • Piccadilly Gardens (Winter Gardens)
  • Market Street

If you were thinking about booking a Christmas Getaway, make it a Manchester City Centre festive break!

Christmas Market Food & Activities

Manchester’s Christmas Markets 2025 promises to be the best yet! Full of festive flavour, fun and plenty of that seasonal sparkle which makes the Manchester Christmas market so unique.

With Albert Square returning as the festive centrepiece, expect artisan crafts, festive cocktails, and warming winter treats beneath the giant illuminated Santa. Exchange Square, which buzzes with energy. Picture holiday shopping whilst you treat yourself to an indulgent bite like the viral Yorkshire Pudding wrap, a classic German hotdog or a tasty churro.

Cathedral Gardens brings family fun with an ice rink and toasted marshmallows. King Street adds boutique charm with handmade gifts and international delicacies. St Ann’s Square keeps tradition alive with local crafts, while Piccadilly Gardens transforms into the Winter Gardens. Home to alpine bars, live music, and festive cheer. Market Street blends retail and street food.

Check out our Christmas Markets Blog as we delve into what makes each Christmas Market special.

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Christmas in Manchester - Hotel Indigo Manchester

There’s no need to search high and low for a great place to stay in Manchester near the Christmas Markets. Our fantastic location means you’ll be just minutes from Exchange Square, and an easy walk or tram ride to all of the other markets.

With a delicious festive menu available at our restaurant, Mamucium, there’s no better way to end a day of Christmassy fun than with a stay at Hotel Indigo Manchester.

Looking for a great spot to host a Christmas celebration? Check out our Christmas Party and Dining offers, featuring options like a mouth-watering 3 c0urse meal in our private dining room.

If you’re planning a trip to Manchester for New Year’s Eve, we’ve got you covered with our New Year’s Dining and Rooms packages.

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With the name inspired by the first Roman fort built in Manchester, Mamucium features signature family favourites with a Northern twist, delicious cocktails and exquisite wines. Whether you’re popping in for a quick breakfast, pre-theatre dinner, or tapas with friends, expect fun, theatre and above all else, a truly unique Mamucium experience.

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Unwind and relax in our cosy cafe that combines contemporary design with an industrialised backdrop to bring Manchester’s iconic heritage inside our walls. From a selection of artisan treats, locally roasted coffees and teas, soups, sandwiches, salads and sharing platters, there’s something for everyone at M Café.

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