Ducie Christmas Market

Name: Ducie Christmas Market
Start: 2023-11-25T12:00:00
End: 2023-12-24T12:00:00
Location: Ducie Street Warehouse

Carmel Smickersgill, Tours & Activities Editor Last Updated 1 December 2023

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Ducie Christmas Market

Ducie Street Warehouse, Manchester

25 November-24 December 2023

Always double check opening hours with the venue before making a special visit.

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Ducie Street Warehouse has a packed programme of festive activities, brunches and events this winter, a highlight of which is the weekly markets that are running between 11am and 5pm each Saturday. Visit every weekend from now up until late December and turn your Christmas shopping from a chore into a pleasure.

These are an ideal place to look for gift inspiration and a welcoming oasis of calm in contrast to a busy shopping district. Explore the festive offerings of independent local brands, designers and sellers who have you covered from stocking fillers through to big blow out prezzies.

Check out the other Christmas events happening at Ducie Street Warehouse this winter via their website.

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