Mark wakes you up with festive music, the Christmas Eve papers and interaction.
Phil finds out how to make Christmas cocktails from Adrian Atley who exports recipes.
Mike plays your selections for his fictitious collection, Now That's What I Call Sweeney.
Eamonn replays some of Becky Want's best bits including an interview with Eddie Izzard.
The BBC Philharmonic, Hope Choir, Kantos Chamber Choir, Lily-Jo, Rowetta, Babalola and the Broadoak Primary School Choir perform seasonal songs. Becky Want and Mike Sweeney host.
Michelle talks to some of the many people involved in Greater Manchester's pantomimes.
Hacienda DJ Graeme Park explores the evolution of The Hacienda Classical project.
Stacey looks forward to Christmas and chats to Misba Khan who has been to the North Pole.
Gerald has a late night selection of soothing sounds as you wrap those last minute presents or just relax. You can call, text or email with your Christmas messages.
BBC Radio Manchester joins BBC Radio 5 live.