CHRISTMAS AT ST JOHN’S
A brand new festive experience from GRUB and Allied London, landing in the heart of St John’s this winter.

Expect open-flame cooking, fiery bars, and eight of Manchester’s best independent chefs and traders all serving up one-off festive specials. Visitors can gather around long tables inside the tent, sharing drinks with friends while soaking up the festive atmosphere, or step outside and gather around the crackling fire pit . Expect everything from cosy tavern vibes to theatrical cocktails and fiery winter warmers, each designed to make the experience feel memorable and unique.

Running from 20 November to 21 December, every Wednesday to Sunday.

LAUNCH PARTY — 20 NOVEMBER
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  • Eight rotating street food traders serving unique festive specials from Manchester’s favourite chefs and collaborators. GRUB are bringing a revolving lineup of the North’s most exciting names, including:  Jim’s Table, Soots, Knights BBQ, BAB and Slowpo from Akin Club.

  • A spectacular Feuerzangenbowle bar, where flaming mulled wine takes centre stage, with pop-ups from resident favourites Trading Route and Stables Tavern alongside wine specialist Good Wines and craft brewers Verdant.  

    A cosy new 200 capacity heated tent and 60 metre custom-built event sheds hosting eight independent traders on Grape Street

  • The chance for local residents to reserve and collect your Christmas tree in the middle of the city.

    A daily mix of live entertainment, including Matty White’s festive food quiz, comedy nights, alternative choirs, and more.