The festive season is upon us and if you’re looking to get into the spirit, you might make the journey to explore Manchester’s Christmas markets.

The markets are popular each year with a variety of food, drink, crafts and gifts available to buy in the run-up to Christmas.

But, as this time of year can be an expensive one, you might be wondering how much money you might spend on food and drink at the markets this year.

From bratwurst to hot chocolate, there is plenty to indulge in – here are the prices you can expect.

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Food and drink prices at Manchester Christmas markets 2024

Walking around the city centre among the Christmas decorations, lights and stalls can get a bit chilly so it’s no wonder a hot chocolate sounds appealing but how much do they cost?

According to I Love Manchester, the hot beverage will set you back £5 and comes with whipped cream on top.

You can make it an alcoholic hot chocolate for £7 and choose from “Baileys, brandy, rum and other liquor shots”.

If hot alcoholic drinks are your thing, you can opt for a mulled wine. Gluhwein will cost between £5.50 and £6 at this year’s Christmas markets.

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You’ll need to pay a £3 deposit which you can get back if you take your mug back to the stall. Alternatively, you can keep it and not receive £3 back.

I Love Manchester explained that more mulled wine is available at The Mill Exchange at Exchange Square which will set you back £6.50 if you choose a small or £8 if you’d like a large.

Flavours include “Brandy and Minced pie, Blackberry and Apple, Strawberry & Amaretto, Orange and Passionfruit and Gin and Cherry”.

See what's on in your area via our local events page See what's on in your area via our local events page (Image: Newsquest) The website added: “There’s also the option to add shots of other liquors to make it an even boozier gluhwein for £8.

“Fancy a mulled cider? That will set you back about £6. Spiced Rum Punch comes to about £8.50 – £9.”

If you’re looking for a cold drink, you can choose gin from several vendors, costing you around £10 for a gin and tonic.

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German bier, wheat beer and lager will cost from £6-£8 plus it was also reported that IPAs, hazy pales and Helles are up for grabs.

If prosecco is more your thing, you can indulge for between £6.50 and £7.50 for a drink that sparkles and is available in a few flavours.

Those who get peckish can enjoy the range of food on offer. Across the Christmas markets in Manchester this year, you can expect to pay £8-£10 for German-style sausages as well as currywurst and smoked sausages.

It's worth noting that there are lots more food and drink options at the Christmas markets too.