Where to spot Manchester’s giant Santa, Christmas tree and light sculptures in 2021
The 40ft light-up Santa is now back on his perch in the city centre as part of a free lights trail.
Manchester’s Giant Santa has returned to the city centre this week.
The 2.3 ton light-up Father Christmas was carefully constructed the Central Library in St Peter’s Square on Monday and he’s been lit up with thousands of low-energy LED lights.
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He forms part of a trail of light sculptures in the city centre and even has his own Twitter account for people to share their selfies @MCRSanta.
The light sculptures include:
- a nativity scene in St Ann’s Square
- light sculptures including the Manchester bee at Piccadilly Gardens at the Winter Gardens festive attraction
- a large Christmas tree in St Peter’s Square. The Christmas Tree is made from recycled materials and is reused each year as a commitment to the sustainability of the city’s festive events.
Coun Pat Karney, Manchester’s Christmas spokesperson said:“Santa was eager to return to his favourite city and to ensure that Christmas is safe and fun for everyone!
“He wants to make sure that everyone in Manchester has a wonderful Christmas.”