A secret night market with its own Santa’s grotto is returning to Manchester

A Christmas night market is making its return to Manchester city centre.

It will feature a show-stopping festive tree and its very own Santa's grotto.

Following on from a successful market back in May, the Manchester Made Market promises to return even bigger and better than before. It will once again take place at New Jackson in Deansgate Square, the new urban neighbourhood nestled at the southern gateway to the city.

The family-friendly market promises a cosy and magical Christmas night market experience, brimming with food, drink, live music and even a grotto for visits to Father Christmas. Expect Christmas trees galore with decorative lighting and a huge show-stopping tree taking centre stage, creating a magical setting for this unique community event.

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Bringing together more than 40 artisanal traders and small businesses from across the region, the three-day event - which runs from December 6 to 8 - will showcase a wide variety of food produce, homewares, crafts and other unique Christmas gifts from local businesses.

Traders confirmed to be taking part in the event include The Cole Men, who will be bringing their award-winning sauces to the masses, Moon & Sixpence with their beautiful handmade jewellery, fine art photography by Craig Barker, plus premium drinks from Root 2 Ginger.

Open from 4pm to 9pm on Friday, December 6, and then 1pm to 9pm across the rest of the weekend, the Christmas market aims to be the perfect place to get together with friends and family and celebrating the festive season.

Ensuring a proper Christmas experience, there will also be an amazing 20-piece choir on hand providing the perfect festive