Santa is coming to Selfridges this Christmas with a confetti cannon
Santa is BACK at Selfridges this Christmas, dancing his way down the escalator and letting off a confetti cannon 6pm weekdays and 4pm weekends. And that’s not all, Selfridges is also your one stop shop this festive season, with clothes, snacks, stocking fillers and impeccable shopping vibes 🎅✨
Mulled wine stall at Christmas Markets with 11 varieties
FAMILY-RUN MULLED WINE STALL AT CHRISTMAS MARKETS WITH 11 DIFFERENT VARIETIES
The fantastic The Mill Exchange stall on Exchange Square started out 25 years ago as a tiny mulled wine offering at the Christmas Markets.
It’s grown to become one of the best-known suppliers of warming boozy beverages when market season comes around.
This is down to the 11 different types of mulled wine it serves, from traditional to brandy & mince pie, as well as blackberry & apple, strawberry & amaretto, rum & mango, and cointreau & passionfruit.
There’s also a huge range of hot chocolates (including boozy ones) and cocktails, if mulled wine isn’t your thing.
You can also donate an extra £1 to make a wish on their wishing trees. All money will be split across The Christie, Together Dementia Support and the Greater Manchester Mayor’s Charity.
So if you’re in need of something to fend off the chill this Christmas period, look no further than the Mill Exchange.
This little fox was spotted having a great time in the snow last week 😍😂
🎥: Steve Midgley Wildlife Photography
The Feyenoord fans have started early at Oyster bar, ahead of their Champions League clash with City tonight 🍻
VR gaming experience at Manchester Airport
VR GAMING EXPERIENCE AT MANCHESTER AIRPORT WHERE YOU ESCAPE REALITY BEFORE YOUR FLIGHT
From VR escape rooms, to gaming PCs and an F1 driving simulator experience, Gaming Point has got you covered for airport entertainment.
The futuristic venue is located after security in Terminal 1 at Manchester Airport, making it the perfect way to start your holiday.
Immerse yourself in a world of VR escape rooms and a VR arcade, try your hand at PC gaming, speed off on an F1 simulator or have a go on a Nintendo Switch.
You can put on a VR headset and be whisked away to realms ‘beyond your wildest dreams’, solving puzzles and escaping reality before you even get on your flight.
Get yourself booked in here: https://bit.ly/3Xwq8Fu
New city centre spa with hot saunas and cold plunges
NEW SPA WITH HOT SAUNAS AND COLD PLUNGES OPENS IN MANCHESTER CITY CENTRE
A brand new spa has opened in the centre of town, bringing with it hot saunas, cold plunges and more.
Fix, located on Newton Street in the Northern Quarter, has everything you need to unwind at your own pace, or in a guided session.
There are loads of benefits to ‘contrast therapy’, where you alternate between hot and cold environments, including mood improvement, reducing fatigue, speeding up recovery and feeling better overall.
Sessions can be up to 90 minutes long, and as well as icy dips and hot saunas they include other restorative elements like breathwork, meditation, stretching, sound and gua sha (which is like a massage for your face).
They’re open from 6am - 10pm for early risers and night owls alike - get booked in here: https://bit.ly/4fb1lyy
Manchester Art Fair 2024
MANCHESTER ART FAIR IS BACK IN TOWN FOR ITS 16TH YEAR
Bringing with it a vibrant gallery space showcasing thousands of works from over 500 artists.
One of the biggest and most significant events in the UK art world calendar, it takes over Manchester Central until Sunday.
The space is flooded with art from all corners of the world, championing everything from local heroes to new emerging talent, as well as international artists with worldwide acclaim.
A wide range of artistic disciplines will be represented at the event, from painters, illustrators, and sculptors to graffiti artists and everything in between.
Expect exhibitions, workshops, Q&A sessions, demos, book signings and parties happening across the event.
Tickets include free access to art workshops and talks from leading artists and cultural experts.
Christmas Market stall serving up HUGE loaded crumbles
This Christmas Market stall is serving up HUGE loaded crumbles with some incredible toppings, for £7 a pop. Mr Crimble Crumble can be found at Piccadilly Gardens 🎅
THE FESTIVE TERRACE YOU CAN HIRE FOR XMAS PARTIES WITH THE GRINCH 🎅
NQ64’s Northern Quarter terrace has been transformed into the ultimate festive party spot.
From Saturday, November 9th, you’ll be able to book it out for the coolest Christmas party in town, with old school tinsel and fairy lights, a mini Mario Scalextric track and much more.
You’ll be able to relax with mulled wine and boozy hot chocolates, while scranning a festive hot pork barm filled with stuffing and apple.
There’s also an Xbox 360 and a Rock Band set with drums, guitar and microphone, so you won’t be short of entertainment.
You can even add-on an appearance from Santa himself, with a sack full of presents, or if you're on the naughty list you can meet the Grinch and his trademark chaos.
The retro Christmas Terrace is available to book for groups of 5-200, and is heated and covered, although rubbish Christmas jumpers are encouraged.
Get booked in here: https://bit.ly/4hqOOZn
Emotional tribute to Liam Payne at MTV EMAs
Rita Ora and the MTV EMAs paid a touching tribute to Liam Payne last night 💔
The MTV EMAs come to town
Some MASSIVE names are in town for the MTV EMAs at Co-op Live. What a night 🤩
FIRST LOOK: ULTIMATE FESTIVE LIGHT TRAIL OPENS AT TRAFFORD CENTRE FOR CHRISTMAS
FIRST LOOK: ULTIMATE FESTIVE LIGHT TRAIL OPENS AT TRAFFORD CENTRE FOR CHRISTMAS
The creators of The Twilight Trail have launched a new festive event in a hidden woodland at the Trafford Centre, to get you in the mood for Christmas.
The Christmas Trail at Wilderspool Woods, a 4.5-acre Christmas wonderland in the grounds of the iconic shopping centre, runs from today through to early January.
The trail is illuminated by twinkling lights and captivating installations, including the glowing moon, then follow the festive glow to Father Christmas’ hidden collection of giant, illuminated presents - nestled among the trees.
By the water’s edge you’ll find origami boats floating effortlessly on the surface, and fallen stars cascading from the branches above, with the whole experience soundtracked with festive classics.
Freight Island will be operating a festive pop-up where kids eat free when purchasing an adult meal, with premium smashed burgers from two Michelin-starred chef Jordan Bailey, as well as southern fried buttermilk chicken, authentic Greek street food, fresh donuts and crepes, and hot chocolate.
The Christmas Trail will run every day from 4pm, from Friday, November 8th 2024 until Thursday, January 2nd 2025. Tickets are on sale now, with prices starting from £8 for children, £10 for adults, and family tickets from £32.
Free parking is available for all ticket holders - grab your tickets here: https://bit.ly/4e09CUC
