Join the singalong
The world’s greatest classical music festival culminates in the Last Night of the Proms at the Royal Albert Hall on 12 September. For the alfresco version, head to the giant screen in Hyde Park, where you can enjoy the famous singalong in the company of thousands. Book tickets in advance. bbc.co.uk/proms
Watch your favourite films under the stars – for free
Enjoy a night at the movies courtesy of the More London Free Festival. Starting with Slumdog Millionaire on the 16th, a host of classic, cult and contemporary titles will be shown three nights a week at an 800-seat amphitheatre on the South Bank of the Thames. No need to book. morelondon.com/thescoop
Support brit flicks
The Portobello Film Festival’s reputation has been growing since its creation in 1996 and it now attracts more than 15,000 visitors to its screenings in diverse locations. Entry is free. During 3-21 September. portobellofilmfestival.com
Get back to nature
The new £75 million Darwin Centre opens at the Natural History Museum this month. The state-of-the-art glass building features an eight-storey cocoon, home to 20 million of the museum’s plant and animal specimens. nhm.ac.uk
Buy a designer dress for less
Fashionistas can shop for catwalk designs at discount prices at London Fashion Weekend, (Somerset House, 24 -27 September), following London Fashion Week. Makeovers and style tips will also be on offer. Book in advance. londonfashionweekend.co.uk
Boldly go to the V&A
The London Design Festival has a host of events on the theme ‘Be Bold’ during 19-27 September. It takes up residence in the V&A and includes installations, exhibitions and design tours. londondesignfestival.com
Get the inside story on London’s best buildings
Have a glimpse beyond some famous doors at London’s Open House weekend, when 700 of the capital’s finest buildings open to the public for free. 19-20 September. openhouse.org.uk
