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Manchester Outdoor Specialist Markets

MANCHESTER ARTS AND CRAFTS MARKET

7-16 AUGUST / 10AM-5.30PM

ST ANN’S SQUARE

Hand crafted items, unique artwork, gifts and fashions. Be inspired by the local and international arts and crafts for sale from the wide range of stalls.

MANCHESTER FRENCH MARKET

10-13 SEPTEMBER / 10AM-6PM

ST ANN’S SQUARE

Francophiles and food lovers will be delighted, as a little corner of France arrives in Manchester city centre. Gastronomic treats include a mouth-watering selection of cheeses, charcuterie, soups, oils and fruit, together with freshly baked bread, croissants and pastries all baked in the mobile boulangerie. You will also be able to buy arts and crafts from across France. Fantastique, n’est pas?

MANCHESTER FINE FOOD MARKET

30 SEPTEMBER – 11 OCTOBER / 10AM-6PM

ST ANN’S SQUARE

Try something new for your lunch! Restaurant stalls will be cooking up tasty dishes made from locally grown and produced ingredients. Choose from delicious hot dishes and fresh foods including speciality meats, cheese, jams and chutneys, speciality ales and liqueurs.

MANCHESTER CHRISTMAS MARKETS

18 NOVEMBER – 21 DECEMBER

VARIOUS LOCATIONS

One of the biggest and best markets of its kind, the Manchester Christmas Markets totally transform the city centre into a spectacular winter wonderland. It’s impossible not to feel festive as you browse the twinkling chalets, bursting with unique gifts and sumptuous foods from across Europe. See website for further details about locations and opening times. www.manchester.gov.uk/markets

MANCHESTER REAL FOOD MARKET

2ND & 4TH WEEKEND (FRIDAY & SATURDAY) OF EVERY MONTH/10AM—6PM

PICCADILLY GARDENS

Buy fresh foods and produce from across the Northwest including meats, cheeses, dairy products, chutneys, liqueurs, confectionery and farm baked pies, along with tasty soups and freshly made beef burgers.

MANCHESTER FLOWER MARKET

EVERY THURSDAY, FRIDAY & SATURDAY/10AM—6PM

PICCADILLY GARDENS

A floral treat selling exotic arrangements, potted plants, cut flowers and even bonsai trees. Whatever you are looking for, the friendly traders will be happy to help and advise you.

FASHION MARKET

EVERY SATURDAY/10AM—5PM

TIB STREET

The first dedicated fashion market in the Northwest houses the latest up and coming designers from Manchester. You’ll find unique and individual pieces including clothes, lingerie, bags, purses, hats and jewellery.