Looking for an alternative to Manchester's Christmas Markets? Here's our favourites
IF you want to escape the city centre crowds (and support local independents while you're at it) you've plenty of options this festive season.
From a Goth-mas gathering in Stockport to Victoria Bath's Winter Fair, there's a Christmas market for everyone. Explore our guide to Manchester's best indie markets this Christmas.
The Pop-Up Club
16 November
Manchester Arndale
Hosted in Manchester Arndale, The Pop-Up Club is back. Explore a selection of independent retailers, handpicked to promote local, homegrown talent.
Tatton Park Market
29 November - 1 December
Head to Tatton Park for a truly unique shopping experience. Hosted inside The Mansion's Tenants Hall, a wing of the stately mansion house that is not usually open to the public, you'll discover an array of local crafts to shop.
1 December
Salford Quays
Overlooked by the Lowry Theatre, Media City and Old Trafford, discover the Quayside Makers Market. Packed with stalls selling Christmas decorations, festive wares and local designs, you'll discover an abundance of the North West's finest makers, bakers and creators.
Manchester Queer Art Market
30 November
Feel Good Club
Highlighting LGBTQ+ creatives, the Manchester Queer Art Market is your chance to shop intentionally. Packed with stalls selling everything from clothing to decorations, it's the perfect place to start your Christmas shopping.
Victoria Baths Festive Winter Fair
1 December
Victoria Baths Festive Winter Fair is back for 2024. Packed with local makers, offering everything from homeware to jewellery, you can support indie designers and spend an afternoon in the stunning former swimming pool.
GRUB Indie Christmas Market
1 December
GRUB, Manchester
Join GRUB for their cosy Christmas market, designed to support indie makers. Packed with local goods, great food and plenty of mulled wine, GRUB's annual Christmas market is fast becoming a must-attend tradition.
Stockport Christmas Fayre
5 December
Stockport Town Hall
Head to the town hall for food, live music and a raffle on the evening in aid of the Wellspring Stockport. As well as plenty of stallholders to shop from you can also visit Father Christmas in his grotto.
Islington Mill
7 December
Head to Islington Mill to celebrate independent makers and creatives for their open studio market. With plenty of food and drink stalls to select from, it's the perfect way to spend an afternoon.
8 December
If you want to shop intentionally this Christmas then head to Albert Hall. The much-loved Melanin Market is back, hosted by Black-owned businesses you can pick up everything from hair products to jewellery.
Goth-Mas Stockport
15 December
Stockport Masonic Guild Hall
Looking for something a little different this Christmas? Head to Goth-Mas to discover a selection of alternative Christmas wares. Plus, this year, you'll find a spooky grotto.
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