Manchester Christmas Markets are back, filling the city centre with festive cheer and lots of things to see and do. While we all know how popular the food and drink stalls are at this time of year, it's also a popular time for families to head into the city and join in the festive fun.
This year there are a number of attractions to welcome families with younger children to the city, including the return of the big ice skating rink at Cathedral Gardens. There are also light sculptures and of course Big Santa to seek out as he perches on a giant glittering present.
The council has also introduced a new free entertainment event every Sunday this year with street performers and cute puppets walking the main market areas. This will take place with an array of different artists every Sunday afternoon until December 18.
