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
Lancaster Christmas Market
Friday 27 – Sunday 29 November 2026 Opens in 48 days
Friday 3pm–9pm, Saturday 12pm–9pm, Sunday 12pm–6pm (times shown for 2026; same as 2025)
The Tap & Still, Lancaster Brewery, Lancaster Leisure Park, Wyresdale Road, Lancaster, Lancashire · North West England
A weekend Christmas market of North West makers, street food and festive drinks hosted at Lancaster Brewery.
Lancaster Brewery hosts the city's Christmas market at its Tap & Still bar on Lancaster Leisure Park over the last weekend of November. Producers and suppliers from across the North West sell handmade gifts, crafts, food and drink, with plenty of hot street food, live music, entertainment for children and lots of seating.
Free parking is available on the auction mart car park about five minutes' walk away, with spaces nearer the venue kept for those who need them. The venue is fully accessible and dogs on leads are welcome.
Dates by season
| Season | Dates | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2026–27 | Fri 27 – Sun 29 Nov 2026 | Coming up Add to calendar (Fri 27 – Sun 29 Nov 2026) |
| 2025–26 | Fri 28 – Sun 30 Nov 2025Fri 3–9pm, Sat 12–9pm, Sun 12–6pm | 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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