The Christmas markets have returned to Leeds city centre as of yesterday (Friday, November 22).

Around 80 traditional stalls are featured as part of the citywide event.

The event will be located mainly on City Square and Millennium Square, and will feature pop-up musical performances, Christmas food and drink, seasonal outdoor bars, and the THOR'S Tipi in Victoria Gardens.

German bratwurst, Dutch pancakes, and Yorkshire pudding wraps are among the promised fare.

The Viking-inspired THOR'S Tipi, in Victoria Gardens, makes a return this yearThe Viking-inspired THOR'S Tipi, in Victoria Gardens, makes a return this year among many other attractions (Image: Supplied)

Those looking to shop will be able to find handcrafted items and artisan products including knitwear and jewellery.

Ice Cube at Christmas will again see a 400 square metre covered ice skating rink come to Millennium Square, in a partnership between Leeds City Council and International Funfairs reportedly "at no cost to Leeds City Council."

Winter-themed rides, games, and attractions, such as the North Pole Funhouse and Golden Gallopers carousel (on Cookridge Street) will also feature.

A weekend artisan market from Little Bird will be held on Bond Court, off Park Row, every Saturday and Sunday until the end of the Christmas market period, starting from November 30.

The City Square market will run until December 22, and the Ice Cube ice rink, stalls, and attractions will be open until New Year's Eve.

The City Square market is operated by Christmas market operator Market Place.

For more details, please visit visitleeds.co.uk/winter-season

For ice rink skating times and prices, please visit: https://www.icecubeleeds.co.uk/

People are encouraged to check for updates this weekend (November 23 and 24) as "there may be changes due to the strong winds."