The Manchester derby & the X Factor final are being held in town this weekend, so be ready for a party. For those not lucky enough to have tickets to these, here’s our top things to do.
Visit Manchester: As part of the John Rylands medieval season the library is hosting a Christmas craft workshop on Saturday so take the little ones along to make their own seasonal treats, medieval style.
Visit Manchester: Saturday and Sunday is the Piccadilly Ice Festival. Watch out for polar bears, ice fairies and even Father Christmas appearing in ice. Have a go at ice sculpting, kids and big kids alike.
Visit Manchester: Visit the Victorian Christmas Market at The Quays. With live music, street entertainers, hand-made gifts, pleanty of food & drink and a traditional carousel.
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Visit Manchester: Visit the shop Goodnight Boutique, on Floor 2 of Afflecks! Full of cute jewellery, cat paintings & Xmas bunting! All handmade! Perfect gifts for the 'person' who you don't have an idea what to get.