Things To Do Today In London: Wednesday 31 October 2018
HALLOWEEN: Want to celebrate the scariest night in style? Check out our guide to the best Halloween events, and special scary Halloween film screenings.
DAY OF THE DEAD: If you're still after some fancy dress fun over the next few days, get down to one of London's Mexican inspired Day of the Dead celebrations — take a look at this year's events.
BONFIRE NIGHT: There are loads of fireworks displays taking place across London this week too — see our sparkliest in this Bonfire Night round-up and get booking.
NUVOLE EXHIBITION: Italian artist Mauro Perucchetti's homecoming exhibition marks his return to the art world after a three-year hiatus. Showing off his new style, bold pop prints and lashings of colour adorn the walls. Final day to see it. Alon Zakaim Fine Art (Mayfair), free, just turn up, 10am-5pm
GIFT OF TIME: A photography showcase that gets up close and personal with one of the largest volunteering organisations in British history, the Women's Voluntary Service. See behind-the-scenes and never-before-seen candid images of people giving the gift of time over the last 80 years. Oxo Tower (South Bank), free, just turn up, until 4 November
CRAFT HOUR: Make Do and Mend Yourself by escaping the office for an hour or two of creativity and community. The hosts will supply everything you need to get loose on your lunch break with pumpkin carving, freehand drawing and more. Lower Marsh Market (Waterloo), free, just turn up, 12pm-2pm
MONSTER LETTERS: A new postal service has set up shop in the heart of Hoxton to transport letters to lonely monsters. Drop in to pen a piece for the eagerly awaiting creatures and receive a reply within the month. Aimed at young humans of all ages, proceeds go straight to Ministry of Stories, the writing charity for kids. Hoxton Street Monster Supplies, free, just turn up, 1pm-8pm
PERFORMING MEDICINE: Professor Roger Kneebone disrupts ordinary assumptions on the medical profession by asking what happens when this group of scientists is thrown together with actors, musicians, dancers and performers. Museum of London, free, just turn up, 6pm-7pm
BEER FEST: Head to Wandsworth Common for the opening night of the beer and cider festival, featuring 100 cask ales, 25 craft ciders and as many wines to boot. Le Gothique (Wandsworth), £30, book ahead, opening night 6pm-11pm (festival continues until Saturday)
FLOATING WORLD: Be transported to the ancient Edo period of Japan and see a secret world time almost forgot. Dressing up, traditional delicacies and erotic art all put you in character to experience the sensuality and wonder of the floating world. The Lacy Nook (Stoke Newington), £45, book ahead, 7pm-10.30pm
MEDUSA THEATRE: Greek mythology takes centre stage at a performance of live music, projection mapping, soundscapes and ritual, reimagining the story of Medusa through an anti-colonised, female empowered lens. Union Chapel (Islington), £16.50, book ahead, 7pm-11pm
INON BARNATAN: Making his International Piano Series debut, Inon Barnatan performs pieces by Ranel and Mussorgsky. Prepare to be enchanted by one of the greatest pianists of his generation. Southbank Centre, £10-£45, book ahead, 7.30pm-9.30pm
Good cause of the dayEscape the trick-or-treaters for a Halloween bash in aid of Trees for Cities. They're raising money to make the concrete jungle that bit greener and are offering £10 entry for a night of music, fancy dress and raffles to make it all happen. Pick up tickets online and head to The Water Rats on Grays Inn Road for 6.30pm.
