
What’s On in Manchester during December
The Christmas lights are on and the Christmas shows are in full swing, here’s the full rundown of what’s on in Manchester during December.
Take a look at some of the family theatre and pantomimes on offer for families. Theatre can be expensive this time of year, especially for families, but many of the smaller venues carry a pleasing price-tag and absolutely no compromise on quality.
Trying to avoid the hustle and bustle of the city centre? There are plenty of Christmas-themed events and activities happening in local communities across Manchester too.
Alternatively, escape the mayhem completely by gathering up the family to burn off some of that excitement in one of Manchester’s many parks or leisure centres.

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Truck and Winter Activities at Vine Street Park (HAF)
Gorton
From 21 Dec until Thursday Dec 21 2023
12:00pm - 2:00pm -
Truck and Winter Activities at Debdale Park (HAF)
Gorton
From 20 Dec until Wednesday Dec 20 2023
12:00pm - 2:00pm -
Winter Wonder Day
Levenshulme
From 17 Dec until Sunday Dec 17 2023
1:00pm - 4:00pmFree Just drop in! -
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RNCM Christmas Family Day: Shaun the Sheep
Royal Northern College of Music
City Centre
Hulme
From 17 Dec until Sunday Dec 17 2023
10:00am - 5:00pm£13.00 Reserve your place! -
Winter Markets at Platt Fields Garden Market
Fallowfield
Rusholme
From 16 Dec until Saturday Dec 23 2023
9:00am - 5:00pm -
Ember & the Vixens: Festive Foxes
City Centre
From 16 Dec until Saturday Dec 16 2023
7:45pm - 10:00pm -
Christmas Activities at Alexandra Park
Whalley Range
Moss Side
From 10 Dec until Sunday Dec 10 2023
11:00am - 3:00pmFree Just drop in! -
Winter Open Day at Instituto Cervantes
City Centre
From 9 Dec until Saturday Dec 9 2023
11:30am - 3:00pm
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