This Christmas step into something truly magical. Manchester Vocal Ensemble returns with our annual festive show — a night of your favourite Christmas tunes reimagined in stunning harmony inside one of the city’s best-kept secrets: the historic NIA Centre.
After three years of sell-out performances this is fast becoming Manchester’s newest festive tradition — so grab your tickets before they disappear.
WHAT’S IN STORE?
Think rich spine-tingling harmonies iconic Christmas favourites with a fresh twist and a few surprises along the way. Whether you’re a gig-goer a concert lover or just someone who craves the Christmas spirit done right you’ll leave with the festive feels. Make it a night out with friends or just a festive treat for yourself. Whatever brings you in we’ll make sure you leave on a high.
WHO WE ARE
Since 2019 Manchester Vocal Ensemble has been creating a sound that’s bold and dynamic — from goosebump-inducing choral moments to huge cinematic harmonies. Expect your favourite festive tunes and Christmas classics — all reinvented all unforgettable.
The Set List (a little teaser… 🎄)
This isn’t your average carol concert. Think:
- Kelly Clarkson bringing the Christmas sass
- Ariana Grande with that festive pop sparkle
- Indie winter feels from Fleet Foxes
- Jackson 5 with unstoppable groove
- Sia’s modern Christmas bops
- Bing Crosby for that nostalgic glow
- Carols you think you know — reinvented flipped and given a harmony makeover
INFORMATION
📅 WHEN: FRI 05th December 2025 (7:30pm)
📍 WHERE: NIA Centre Chichester Road Hulme Manchester M15 5EU
⏳ DURATION: SET ONE 40 mins | Interval | SET TWO 35 mins (doors open 30 mins prior to start time)
🥂 BAR: Open
👥 Age advisory: 8+ (anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult)
♿ Accessibility: this venue has disabled access into the stalls (Ground floor) only
🪑 Seating: Stalls (Ground floor) & Circle (First Floor) (Seating is unreserved within your designated section)
🎟️ £12-19
DOORS: 7:00pm
START: 7:30pm
END (approx): 9:30pm
Duration: 45mins Part 1 | 20mins INTERVAL | 40mins Part 2
The bar will be open before during the interval and after the gig.
https://www.manchestervocal.com/event-details-registration/this-christmas-with-manchester-vocal-ensemble
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
NIAMOS, Nia Centre, NIAMOS, Nia Centre, Chichester Road, Hulme, Manchester M15 5EU, Manchester, United Kingdom
