Oktoberfest Put on the lederhosen and dirndls, gather a posse and head to the Brisbane Showgrounds for the best Oktoberfest celebrations outside of Munich. Brisbane Showgrounds, Bowen Hills. 4-12pm Friday, 11am-12pm Saturday, 11am to 8pm Sunday. Tickets $15-$20 available online.

Undress Brisbane Can fashion be sustainable, gorgeous and wearable? Find out at this unique and spectacular Undress Runways event at an old West End factory, featuring leading and emerging eco designers and ideas and organic cocktails. Factory One, 91 Boundary St West End. 5pm Saturday. Tickets $19.40 to $26.

Bob, Sweat & Tears The prince of polyester is back in Brisbane with his latest side-splitting show that has been dazzling southern audience, but is it the end of the rainbow for Bob Downe? Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm. 7.30pm Friday and Saturday. Tickets $39.

Ben & Jerry's Open Air Cinema South Bank's popular open air cinema by the river shows a mix of blockbuster, retro, art house and family films under the stars along with gourmet eats, ice-creams and an open bar. Rainforest Green, South Bank, Friday to Sunday. Gates open 5pm. Tickets $17-20 at the door or cheaper online.

Edited by Jodi Panayotov from Must Do Brisbane

Friday October 10

11.00am. Diwali - Indian Festival of Lights. This Hindu festival represents the victory of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, good over evil and hope over despair. Featuring Bollywood, folk and traditional Indian classical dance performances as well as a variety of Indian food stalls and markets, this glittering night won't be one to miss. King George Square. Free.

5.00pm. Fourplay. Although Fourplay String Quartet began playing mostly covers with originals appearing in the mix, their new album This Machine sees the evolution of the musicians as songwriters, and is arguably their finest, most intriguing long-player to date. Black Bear Lodge, Fortitude Valley. Tickets $25 at the door or available online.

6.00pm. Knockoff. Kick-start your weekend with free comedy on the Turbine Platform. Queen of Cardigans Mel Buttle is headlining, supported by Joe Shaffer, Jeremy Sexton and Jack Gramenz. Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm.Free. More information online.

7.30pm. Song Circle. A pioneering collaboration between Blue Roo Theatre Company and Opera Queensland will create a new inclusive community song cycle inspired by the personal stories of the Blue Roo ensemble and two singers from OQ. Judith Wright Centre, Fortitude Valley. Tickets $15 - $25 available online.

7.30pm. Strawberry Field. This live stage tribute to one of the most celebrated songwriters of the 20th century features all of John Lennon's classics, interwoven with multimedia of original interviews and historic footage. Studio Theatre, 647 Wynnum Road, Morningside. Tickets $25 available online.

7.30pm. Wuthering Heights. Adapted by Shake & Stir Theatre Co, Emily Brontë's gothic classic shows that revenge, jealousy, and love don't always get you what you want. Cremorne Theatre, QPAC. Tickets start at $54, available online.

8.00pm. BONJAH. BONJAH is thrilled to announce their most extensive national tour yet, supporting their brand new critically acclaimed record 'Beautiful Wild'. The Zoo, Fortitude Valley. 18+ only, tickets $22.45 available online.

Saturday October 11

6.00am. Jan Power's Powerhouse Markets. One of the many Jan Power's Farmers Markets that take place every second and fourth Saturday of each month is returning this Saturday at the Powerhouse. Spend your morning browsing through fresh produce and eating delicious croissants, omelettes, dumplings and more. Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm. Free. More information online.

8.00am. Lady Cilento Children's Hospital Opening. Brisbane's newest hospital has its official opening on Sunday. As part of the Brisbane Open House project, regular tours will run until 4pm. It's free, but you must book online to secure a spot.

8.00am. Flesh: Gold Coast in the 60s, 70s and 80s. Acclaimed photographer Graham Burstow captured the essence of life on the Gold Coast in black and white, available for all to see. Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm. Free. More information online.

10.00am. West End Festival. Enjoy live music stages, markets, workshops, street performances, films and exhibitions at this charming fair in Brisbane's favourite funky suburb. Over 30 acts running until 10pm. The Festival Hub will be in the Silver Bullet Train adjacent to the Boundary Street entry to the Boundary Street Market. Free. More information online.

10.00am. David Malouf and Friends. Five contemporary artists have paid tribute to the beloved Brisbane author by creating new works for this special exhibition, inspired by the themes and layers of his works. Malouf has then responded to the new works in accompanying texts.  Museum of Brisbane, City Hall. Free. More information online.

10.00am. Pattern Bandits. Brisbane artist Jemima Wyman has transformed GOMA's Children's Art Centre to explore the relationships between pattern, people and architecture. Children can enter the brightly coloured and highly patterned world of the artist and explore different patterns, from kaleidoscopes, tessellations, camouflage and harlequin, with specially designed hands-on and multimedia and activities. Gallery of Modern Art, South Bank. Free admission. More information online.

11.30am. Myer Mt Gravatt Opening. Supermodel Jennifer Hawkins will be on site to officially open the new mega Myer at Garden City shopping centre. There will be family fun activities and hot offers. Westfield Garden City, Logan Road, Upper Mt Gravatt. Free.

2.00pm. The Amazing Maurice and his Educated Rodents. This story for children by Discworld author Terry Pratchett is a funny and irreverent take on the classic German fairytale, the Pied Piper of Hamelin. Bring the kids for hilarious children's entertainment. Brisbane Arts Theatre, Petrie Terrace. Tickets $16 available online.

2.30pm & 8.00pm. QLD Pops - Best of British. Driven by Colin Harper's British background, the concert has the hits that have made the Last Night at the Proms an international event. This will be a mixture of music from England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales as well as a sing-a-long to some well-known songs. Concert Hall, QPAC. Tickets $78 available online

7.30pm. Black Diggers. Wesley Enoch directs these poignant and untold stories of the forgotten indigenous Australians who fought to enlist in World War I then fought for their country. Closes this weekend. Playhouse, QPAC. Tickets $49-$80 available online.

8.00pm. One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest. With a firm hand on medication, treatment and basic necessities, Nurse Ratched's word is law and dissent is punished. Into this world struts Randle P. McMurphy, a charming rogue who soon ignites a power struggle that can only end in their mutual destruction. Brisbane Arts Theatre, Petrie Terrace. Tickets $25-$31 available online.

Sunday October 12

9.00am. Boundary Street Markets. Housed in and around the historic old Peter's Ice Cream Factory on the corner of Boundary and Mollison streets, these markets feature a unique collection of pop up shops by local artisans, designers, collectors, upcyclers and producers. West End. Free. More information online.

9.00am. Green Heart Fair. Brisbane's biggest community and sustainability festival is back, promoting innovative green living, with more than 100 leading sustainability organisations, community groups, artisans, foodies, green-thumbs, conservationists, businesses and eco experts sharing info with visitors. Carindale Recreation Reserve. Free. More information online.

9.30am. Top Secret: Licence to Spy. This interactive exhibit allows you to see in the dark with a night vision camera, dodge laser beams without setting off alarms, break a series of codes and explore the many disguises used by spies. Become James Bond! Sciencentre, Queensland Museum, South Bank. Tickets $14.50/$12.50. More information online.

10.00am. Island Currents: Art from Bentinck Island and the Torres Strait. This exhibition is a celebration of the land, sea and sky of north Queensland, displaying monumental and vibrant paintings by women of Bentinck Island in the Gulf of Carpentaria with various performance objects by artists of the Torres Strait. Queensland Art Gallery, South Bank. Free. More information online.

10.00am. The Many Lives of Moreton Bay. Picturesque Moreton Bay – Aboriginal name Quandamooka – conjures up images of sandy beaches, fishing trips and marine life but the beauty of the Bay is not just skin deep. Few know the rich and diverse history of this natural treasure located on Brisbane's doorstep. Museum of Brisbane, City Hall. Free. More information online.

1.00pm & 6.30pm. The Lion King. Set against the majesty of the Serengeti Plains, this breathtaking production explodes with glorious colours, stunning effects and unforgettable music including Elton John and Tim Rice's Circle of Life, Hakuna Matata and the Oscar-winning Can You Feel the Love Tonight? Lyric Theatre, QPAC. Tickets $50-$150 available online

3.30pm. Livespark. Livespark presents perfect Sunday mid-afternoon entertainment and features some of the best indie-pop and rock bands Brisbane and beyond has to offer. This week features beautiful harmonies from indie folk-rock band Sundown Jury and Brisbance singer-songwriter Adam Kharita. Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm. Free. More information online.

7.00pm. Reggie Watts. An internationally renowned vocal artist, beatboxer, musician and comedian, Reggie Watts wows audiences with his live, and 100 per cent improvised performances. Using his formidable voice, looping pedals and vast imagination, Watts blends and blurs the lines between music and comedy. The Tivoli. Reserved seating, tickets from $56 available online.

7.30pm. Bill Bailey. The gap between how we imagine our lives to be and how they really are is the subject of Bill's new show Limboland. With his trademark intelligence and sharp wit, he tells tales of finding himself in this halfway place. QPAC Concert Hall, South Bank. Tickets $81.90 to $92.15 available online.