Manchester's Christmas Markets
When: Fri 6 Nov – Tue 22 Dec 2026 Opens in 27 days
Albert Square and Cathedral Gardens stay open until 3 January 2027 (closed Christmas Day)
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Chester Christmas Market
Wednesday 18 November – Tuesday 22 December 2026 Opens in 39 days
Sunday–Wednesday 10.30am–6.30pm; Thursday–Saturday 10.30am–8pm (2026)
Town Hall Square, Northgate Street, Chester, Cheshire · North West England
A chalet market of around 80 traders in the square outside Chester's Town Hall, beside the cathedral.
Chester's Christmas market sets out rows of wooden huts in Town Hall Square on Northgate Street, with the Victorian Town Hall and the cathedral as a backdrop. The organisers list about 80 traders selling handmade crafts, jewellery, personalised decorations, skincare, candles and local food and drink.
There is a Christmas Market Bar where live musicians play on selected evenings, plus food stalls and selfie spots. Reusable cups replaced single-use cups from 2025.
The official FAQs note that many stalls take cards but suggest carrying some cash for small purchases and mug deposits. Public toilets are at Chester Market on Exchange Square (closed Mondays).
Dates by season
| Season | Dates | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2026–27 | Wed 18 Nov – Tue 22 Dec 2026 | Coming up Add to calendar (Wed 18 Nov – Tue 22 Dec 2026) |
| 2025–26 | Wed 19 Nov – Mon 22 Dec 2025 | Held |
Dates are taken from the market’s own website or official announcements and were last checked on 6 October 2026. Plans can change, so please check with the organiser before you travel. Spotted a change? Tell us.
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