Best Manchester Events In December

Is your house lacking in festive decorations? Have a fun night out while getting creative with Paintvine. Their December events in Manchester are centred around painting adorable baubles to give your tree a personal touch. 

December is all about festive fun, and Treetop Golf Manchester delivers with glowing jungle courses and party packages to suit all group sizes.

Yule Be Swinging (£28 per person) provides an hour and a half of mini golf, nibbles, and drinks for groups of 4 - 40, while Jungle Bell Rock (£42) and Par-Tee All the Way (£60) include pizza, extra drinks, reserved areas, and Christmas props. Whether it's a work party, family celebration, or friends' night out, you can tee off in style and enjoy seasonal cheer.

Strap on your apron and get ready to mix to be crowned the champion with tickets to The Manchester Big Bake. The award-winning event takes place in a marquee with all the ingredients pre-measured and available for you and your bench buddy to use. Set the clock to 90 minutes and unleash your creativity, all from £49.90 per person. 

Need things to do in Manchester at Christmas 2024? Stunning lights have come into full-force this month, offering a seasonal escape complete with twinkling displays, trails and more. And where to go afterwards? We've got places to eat and drink covered too.

Experience the heart of Manchester's drag scene with Bougie Drag Events. Bursting with personality, style, and attitude, this event series brings you the best drag performances from the hottest queens in the business.

Expect hilarious banter, sensational outfits, and over-the-top performances that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Whether you're there for the fierce competition or just to enjoy a fun night out with friends, Bougie offers a night of fabulous entertainment and unforgettable moments.

Switch things up a little and indulge you inner naughty side with Fabulous Brunch Events' Christmas schedule. You'll be treated to stunning drag performances, butlers in the buff and plenty more raucous entertainment to get you in the festive spirit. 

Add a dash of Italian indulgence to your festive season with Ornella's Little Kitchen Bottomless Brunch at Freight Island.

Running every weekend throughout December, this brunch party serves up 90 minutes of free-flowing bubbles and hearty Italian flavours - think rich brunch buns, zesty lemon ricotta, and velvety tiramisu. 

Combine live music, festive vibes, and a delicious meal at Manchester's ultimate Lovers Rock & Reggae Feast. Enjoy an afternoon of classic Lovers Rock and Reggae songs, led by a five-piece live band, with a DJ and energetic host keeping the Christmas spirit alive.

Food highlights include roast chicken or vegan Wellington, seasonal vegetables, and dessert. Tickets cater to all budgets, from show-only passes to VIP tables with a dedicated view of the stage. Celebrating a birthday? Contact the organisers for a complimentary cake.

This ain't your ordinary high tea... With bottomless booze of cocktails, fizz concoctions and draught beer, Cherry Jam are really kicking things up a notch this December in Manchester. Their Christmas afternoon teas are offering up a lip-smacking festive feast for added yuletide cheer.

Manchester's biggest drag brunch has gone full-on festive, and you're invited. At Sleigh Bougie, the party lasts a full four hours, with performances from the UK's most in-demand drag stars, 90 minutes of bottomless fizz or cocktails, and Chrimbo Bingo that'll have you screaming louder than Mariah at Christmas.

Food comes in the form of festive burgers and fries, featuring turkey and cranberry, halloumi and sweet chilli, or classic beef and cheese. With DJs spinning all your favourite party hits and Christmas anthems until late, this is the night where you'll drink, dance and sleigh the season in true Bougie style.

Stuck for what to do in Manchester in December 2024? Have no fear, The Lawn Club is here to serve up plenty of grub and a few cheeky tipples or bottomless brunch in their enclosed pergola and winter disco yurt - ideal for getting that Insta pic.

Beer lovers will be craving a trip to the Manchester Craft Beer Experience, touring taprooms and breweries across the city. You'll be sipping on the best hoppy nectar while learning about the do's and don'ts of creating the best brew, all with expert guides on hand.

Your go-to for affordable events, from Indie festive markets and disco bingo to bottomless brunches and watching the BBC Strictly Final with bottomless drinks, GRUB really takes it up a notch for December. Grab your tickets now for as little as free. 

Whether you want an RnB or garage theme for your brunch, Taste + Liquor are bringing the feel-good vibes to Manchester. There's five hours of partying and complimentary rum punch for a portion of that, so you can dance away to your fav tunes in style.

Winter just got a whole lot hotter thanks to this quirky prison cocktail experience. Alcotraz are bringing together a fun lineup of festive drinks and twists on their usual immersive action, making it one of the most fun things to do in Manchester come December.

If you're on the hunt for the best things to do in Manchester in December 2025 and craving a spot filled with twinkling fairy lights and the scent of mulled wine, why not explore one of its amazing Christmas markets?

These winter wonderlands are packed with everything you need to get into the holiday spirit, from artisanal crafts to ice skating and irresistible hog roast wraps. We've got you sorted with our ultimate guide to all things yuletide cheer.

Looking for a cosy pop-up to get you in the festive spirit? Then check out YurtBar Manchester, found at Sale Golf Club and making for an ideal Christmas party venue. This place will transport you to the alps. complete with pine trees, ski racks, fur throws and much more.

Soak up the après ski vibes as you sip themed cocktails, Champagne or beer, and be sure to try out the scrumptious food from caterers Hog and Apple too. There'll be a live DJ and saxophone player providing the entertainment, and there's even a 360 photobooth with falling snow.