Last updated: 11 November 2024
It's holiday time, Failsworth! Let our guide show you all the best seasonal activities. For Failsworth residents and visitors, this guide unlocks the best of the holiday season.
Popular Events: One standout event this holiday season is the Manchester Christmas Markets, where festive stalls brim with handcrafted gifts and delicious seasonal treats. With a vibrant atmosphere nestled in the heart of the city, these markets offer a delightful way to soak up the Christmas spirit. Another attraction, Christmas at Chatsworth, showcases stunning festive decorations set against the grandeur of the estate, creating a uniquely enchanting experience. And don't forget the charming stalls of the Manchester Christmas Markets, featuring an array of global flavours and local crafts. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Failsworth Holiday Light Displays
Christmas at Dunham Massey
- What to Expect
- Twinkling lights and installations in a historic garden setting.
- Description
- Christmas at Dunham Massey features thousands of twinkling lights, stunning installations, and seasonal music set against the beautiful backdrop of Dunham Massey gardens, moat, and park. The event includes a one-mile trail with colour-changing battens of light, a tunnel filled with stars, and a glittering display across the lake. Guests can enjoy delicious festive treats and soak up the atmosphere with friends and family.
- Where
- Altrincham | More Info : Christmas at Dunham Massey
Christmas at Dunham Massey
- What to Expect
- Twinkling lights and installations amidst ancient trees and a historic moat.
- Description
- Christmas at Dunham Massey features a stunning light trail with colour-changing battens, a tunnel of stars, and glittering displays across the lake. The event includes seasonal snacks, festive drinks, and fairground rides amidst the beautiful backdrop of Dunham Massey gardens, moat, and park.
- Where
- Altrincham | More Info : Christmas at Dunham Massey
Failsworth Holiday Markets and Shopping
Manchester Christmas Markets
- What to Expect
- Iconic wooden ski chalet market stalls and a covered ice rink.
- Description
- Manchester Christmas Markets offer a vibrant and diverse shopping experience with over 200 stalls across nine city centre locations, featuring traditional German goods, local crafts, and a variety of festive foods.
- Where
- Manchester | More Info : Manchester Christmas Markets
Manchester Christmas Markets
- What to Expect
- Iconic wooden ski chalet market stalls with bratwurst-filled atmosphere.
- Description
- Manchester Christmas Markets offer a vibrant and diverse shopping experience with over 200 stalls across nine sites in the city centre, featuring a wide range of seasonal goods, food, and drinks.
- Where
- Manchester | More Info : Manchester Christmas Markets
Failsworth Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Totally Christmas
- What to Expect
- Immersive mini breakout rooms with puzzles and Santa meet-and-greet.
- Description
- Explore themed mini escape rooms featuring puzzles and immersive themes like Snowman Kingdom and Santa's Workshop. Meet Santa and receive a gift, with a family photo to take home.
- Where
- Walkden | More Info : Totally Christmas
Failsworth Other Holiday Activities
Christmas at Chatsworth
- What to Expect
- Interactive light trail and festive farmyard activities.
- Description
- Immerse yourself in a festive story at Christmas at Chatsworth, featuring over 20 decorated rooms, an interactive light trail, and a farmyard with festive decorations and activities.
- Where
- Bakewell | More Info : Christmas at Chatsworth
Winter Island at Freight Island
- What to Expect
- Immersive light and sound show with interactive Santa experience.
- Description
- Winter Island at Freight Island is a seasonal extravaganza featuring a Father Christmas Experience, the Twilight Trail in Mayfield Park, and various festive street food pop-ups. The event includes interactive activities, live entertainment, and a Northern Lights Lounge.
- Where
- Manchester | More Info : Winter Island at Freight Island
Farmer Christmas Experience
- What to Expect
- Interactive Christmas experience with elf workshops and festive activities.
- Description
- At Reddish Vale Farm, embark on a festive journey to the North Pole headquarters to visit Father Christmas. Collect your passport, pass through the naughty/nice machine, and learn a special elfish rhyme to enter the time travel portal. Visit Elf Academy, build your own Christmas friend, and enjoy authentic elf cuisine. Decorate gingerbread with Mrs. Claus, visit Santa's stables, and exchange your coin for a present in the toy shop.
- Where
- Reddish Vale | More Info : Farmer Christmas Experience
Christmas at Chatsworth
- What to Expect
- Interactive light trail and festive farmyard activities.
- Description
- Immerse yourself in a festive story at Chatsworth House, where over 20 rooms are filled with festive decorations, twinkling lights, and surprises. Explore the garden's interactive light trail and visit the farmyard dressed in Christmas decorations. Meet friendly farm animals and enjoy guinea pig cuddling sessions.
- Where
- Bakewell | More Info : Christmas at Chatsworth