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Manchester Christmas Events 2026

Trending Manchester Christmas Events

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Bowdon Christmas Bash

Friday 11th December

7:00pm - 11:30pm

The Bowdon Rooms, Altrincham

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Bowdon Christmas Bash

The Bowdon Rooms, Altrincham

Get ready for a night of festive fun at the beautiful Bowdon Rooms!

Christmas Musical Spectacular

Wednesday 23rd December

5:30pm - 10:00pm

AO Arena, Manchester

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Christmas Musical Spectacular

AO Arena, Manchester

A breathtaking Christmas Spectacular arrives at the AO Arena, blending world-class performance with the spirit of the season!

Christmas Musical Spectacular

Tuesday 22nd December

5:30pm - 10:00pm

AO Arena, Manchester

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Christmas Musical Spectacular

AO Arena, Manchester

A breathtaking Christmas Spectacular arrives at the AO Arena, blending world-class performance with the spirit of the season!

Vivaldi Four Seasons at Christmas by Candlelight

Saturday 12th December

7:30pm - 9:15pm

St Ann's Church , Manchester

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Vivaldi Four Seasons at Christmas by Candlelight

St Ann's Church , Manchester

Enjoy an exceptional classical concert by candlelight this Christmas in the beautiful setting of St Ann's Church.

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Saddleworth's Best Christmas Party - The Abberettes and top DJs

Saturday 28th November

4:00pm - 10:00pm

Uppermill Civic Hall, Oldham

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Saddleworth's Best Christmas Party - The Abberettes and top DJs

Uppermill Civic Hall, Oldham

Live ABBA hits, Christmas anthems, 80s & 90s classics, top DJs and a packed dancefloor. Saddleworth's ultimate festive party. Dress to impress!

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Let's Dance Some Mo Christmas Party

Saturday 12th December

4:00pm - 1:00am

The Rat And Pigeon, Manchester

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Let's Dance Some Mo Christmas Party

The Rat And Pigeon, Manchester

4 DJs playing original vinyl with their own take on soul music. Everyone is welcome

A Christmas Carol - A One-Man Performance

Wednesday 9th December

7:30pm - 9:15pm

Hyde Little Theatre

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A Christmas Carol - A One-Man Performance

Hyde Little Theatre

A Christmas Carol comes to Hyde Little Theatre - Dickens' original 1853 performance text brought vividly to life by Mat Jones.

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Bowdon Christmas Bash

Friday 11th December

7:00pm - 11:30pm

The Bowdon Rooms, Altrincham

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Bowdon Christmas Bash

The Bowdon Rooms, Altrincham

Get ready for a night of festive fun at the beautiful Bowdon Rooms!

Christmas Musical Spectacular

Tuesday 22nd December

5:30pm - 10:00pm

AO Arena, Manchester

buy tickets

Christmas Musical Spectacular

AO Arena, Manchester

A breathtaking Christmas Spectacular arrives at the AO Arena, blending world-class performance with the spirit of the season!

Vivaldi Four Seasons at Christmas by Candlelight

Saturday 12th December

7:30pm - 9:15pm

St Ann's Church , Manchester

buy tickets

Vivaldi Four Seasons at Christmas by Candlelight

St Ann's Church , Manchester

Enjoy an exceptional classical concert by candlelight this Christmas in the beautiful setting of St Ann's Church.

Christmas Musical Spectacular

Wednesday 23rd December

5:30pm - 10:00pm

AO Arena, Manchester

buy tickets

Christmas Musical Spectacular

AO Arena, Manchester

A breathtaking Christmas Spectacular arrives at the AO Arena, blending world-class performance with the spirit of the season!

A Christmas Carol - A One-Man Performance

Wednesday 9th December

7:30pm - 9:15pm

Hyde Little Theatre

buy tickets

A Christmas Carol - A One-Man Performance

Hyde Little Theatre

A Christmas Carol comes to Hyde Little Theatre - Dickens' original 1853 performance text brought vividly to life by Mat Jones.

18+

Let's Dance Some Mo Christmas Party

Saturday 12th December

4:00pm - 1:00am

The Rat And Pigeon, Manchester

buy tickets

Let's Dance Some Mo Christmas Party

The Rat And Pigeon, Manchester

4 DJs playing original vinyl with their own take on soul music. Everyone is welcome

21+

Saddleworth's Best Christmas Party - The Abberettes and top DJs

Saturday 28th November

4:00pm - 10:00pm

Uppermill Civic Hall, Oldham

buy tickets

Saddleworth's Best Christmas Party - The Abberettes and top DJs

Uppermill Civic Hall, Oldham

Live ABBA hits, Christmas anthems, 80s & 90s classics, top DJs and a packed dancefloor. Saddleworth's ultimate festive party. Dress to impress!

Looking for Christmas events in Manchester? You’ve come to the right place. Once December rolls around, the buzzy bars, well-loved watering holes, cutting-edge clubs and pretty parks of the city become meeting points for friends, families and partners to celebrate the festive season. Grab your mates and go mad to the sounds of house and techno, or belt out classic pop anthems at nostalgic themed club nights. Skank out to the sounds of rumbling bass at reggae bingo events, or get down to some classic jams at an r&b Christmas ball. But it’s not all just loud music and partying. Christmas grotto events are perfect to keep the little ones entertained, and if you prefer a more wholesome festive atmosphere, sample the delights at one of the many Christmas market events across the city in 2025. Whatever your plans this festive season, you’ll find the perfect Manchester Christmas events right here on Skiddle.

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