Christmas Lights at Government House
Queensland's historic landmark Government House in Paddington lights up in spectacular fashion every night this weekend, with the gates open to the public to come and enjoy the multicolour festivities.168 Fernberg Rd, Paddington. December 9-11, 7pm-8pm. Free entry.
An historic sandstone church atop the Kangaroo Point cliffs is the setting for this charming French-inspired music soiree on Sunday afternoon, with wine and tapas. St Mary's Anglican Church, 455 Main St, Kangaroo Point. December 11, 3pm. Tickets $20-$40 online
Sugar Spin: You, Me, Art & Everything
Photo: Natasha Harth
GOMA's 10th anniversary summer blockbuster exhibition is in full swing with some 250 Gallery favourites and newly commissioned works. GOMA. December 10-11, 10am-5pm. Free
Photo: Michael Panayotov
Brisbane's very first vegetarian twilight market takes over Northey Street Farm for the evening on Friday with stalls of delicious vegetarian eats, free live entertainment and more. Northey Street Farm, 16 Victoria St, Windsor. December 9, 4.30pm-10pm. Free entry
Direct from sell-out shows at the Melbourne Comedy Festival, Australia's favourite skinny man and purple puppet are back in Brisbane with their new musical comedy show. Brisbane Powerhouse, December 9-10 7.30pm. Tickets $34-$42 online
Settle in for a summer of movies under the stars in style at the Brisbane Powerhouse, with a program of movies to suit all & delicious food & drinks to accompany, Brisbane Powerhouse, Gates 6pm. Movies 7pm. Tickets from $12.50 online
Photo: Michael Panayotov
Brisbane's first dedicated vegan market returns to West End this Sunday for what promises to be an even bigger one than last time with delicious vegan eats, products and more. Corner of Russell and Boundary streets, West End. December 11, 9am-3pm. Free entry
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Ben Stevenson's much-loved production of the perfect festive ballet with its gorgeous sets and costumes and stunning dancing to Tchaikovsky's evocative music is a Brisbane Christmas tradition. December 9, 7.30pm; December 10, 1.30pm, 7.30pm. Tickets $55-$100 online
Giggle and Hoot's Magical Christmas
It's Christmas time in the land of Giggle and Hoot and everybody is busy getting ready for the arrival of Hootoclaws for his special Christmas Night Watch when suddenly all of the stars disappear. Concert Hall, QPAC, December 10, 12pm, 2pm. Tickets $39.90-$44.90 online
Dance, Dance! The Wiggles Big Show
To celebrate The Wiggles 25th birthday Emma, Lachy, Simon and Anthony are bringing their brand new show with all of the favourite old songs to town in time for Christmas. Brisbane Entertainment Centre, Boondall. December 10, 10am, 1pm. Tickets $35.55-$40.65 online