Christmas Markets in Greater Manchester 2026
4 Christmas markets in Greater Manchester, all with 2026 dates confirmed by their organisers. The first to open is Manchester Christmas Markets, on Friday 6 November; the last to close is Manchester Christmas Markets, on Tuesday 22 December 2026.
None open this weekend (17 and 18 October 2026). Next to open: Manchester Christmas Markets, on Friday 6 November 2026.
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2026 Dates, in the Order They Open
| Market | Dates | Days Closed | Entry |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester Christmas Markets Manchester | 6 Nov to 22 Dec 2026 | Open every day of its run | Free |
| Smithills Farm Christmas Markets Bolton | 21 to 29 Nov 2026 | Open 21 to 22 Nov and 28 to 29 Nov only | Free |
| Hyde Christmas Artisan Market Hyde | 22 Nov 2026 | One day only | |
| Stockport Town Hall Christmas Fayre Stockport | 3 Dec 2026 | One day only |
Questions About Christmas Markets in Greater Manchester
When do Christmas markets in Greater Manchester start in 2026?
The first is Manchester Christmas Markets, which opens on Friday 6 November 2026. The last to close is Manchester Christmas Markets, on Tuesday 22 December 2026.
Just Outside Greater Manchester
Prestbury Christmas Fair
Prestbury, Cheshire
6 Dec 2026
8 miles from the nearest market here
Macclesfield Treacle Market (Christmas dates)
Macclesfield, Cheshire
29 Nov to 20 Dec 2026
Open Sundays only. Closed on Sun 6 Dec, Sun 13 Dec
10 miles from the nearest market here
Hoghton Tower Christmas Gift Market
Hoghton, Lancashire
28 to 29 Nov 2026
10 miles from the nearest market here
Tatton Park Christmas Gift Fair
Knutsford, Cheshire
26 to 29 Nov 2026
11 miles from the nearest market here
Worden Hall Christmas Craft Market
Leyland, Lancashire
5 to 6 Dec 2026
11 miles from the nearest market here
Knutsford Christmas Market
Knutsford, Cheshire
5 to 6 Dec 2026
11 miles from the nearest market here
More in North West: Cheshire, Cumbria, Lancashire, Merseyside, Lake District. Or find the markets nearest your postcode. How we check dates.