Christmas at MediaCityUK

Lots to see and do this festive season

Author: Lizzy HolroydPublished 27th Nov 2019
Last updated 6th Dec 2019

Hits Radio has joined forces with MediaCityUK this festive season. There's loads of attractions for the whole family to enjoy this Christmas.

Christmas Markets

11.m - 9pm every day

Pagodas will line and illuminate the MediaCityUK Piazza. Enjoy browsing traditional, continental and vegetarian food stalls and over 30 market stalls selling beautiful and bespoke stocking fillers. Pick up a Bavarian beer or a glass of prosecco and listen to one of the many live performances. Or enjoy a Christmas themed cocktail or a mug of traditional GlĂĽhwein in the fully weather-proof seating area.

Ice Rink

11.m - 9pm every day

Open to children and adults, with the option to private hire and available for school trips. There will also be a viewing area and bar selling soft drinks, hot chocolate, wine and beer.

Get your tickets here.

Enter to win tickets to the Hits Radio ice party on Wednesday 11th December.

Dr Suess Inspired Wonderland

Weekends from 21st Nov - 29th Dec

The Lowry Outlet’s Dr Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas inspired Makers Market

Step inside the Whoville themed Christmas Makers markets inspired by Dr Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas! Located on The Lowry Outlet plaza for five weekends, be immersed in the village of Whoville as you browse the Makers Market stalls where you can pick up unique Christmas gifts, try tasty treats and enjoy the festive atmosphere

See Dr Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical at The Lowry from 10th December – 5th January.

Quays Culture presents Lightwaves

4.m - 10pm daily from 6th December - 15th December

Lightwaves is a free interactive light festival, transforming public spaces for 10 days each year as playful light experiences span across Salford Quays and MediaCityUK. The annual festival showcases inspiring digital light art from local and international artists.