Things to do in London this Sunday

Find dealer stalls, special guests, masses of manga and cosplay at the UK’s biggest modern pop culture convention.

Let the London Drawing Group school you in the magick beings lurking within the National Gallery and learn sketching techniques and exercises that will expel any fears you have of not being able to draw. 

Battersea Park gets a thrilling wintry makeover as it plays host to this festival bringing the excitement of the slopes to south London. See live stunt demos from pro-riders, talks from winter sports athletes and feast on alpine street food.  

Head to the Heath for a Halloween extravaganza for you and your dog, organised by All Dogs Matter. Check out the stalls, and be sure to enter your pooch for the Spookiest Dog award.

The Festival of Lights celebrations will feature traditional Hindu  performances with contemporary Asian dance.

Peckham’s botanical market is popping up at the RHS Urban Garden Show with plants and pots galore. Learn how to keep them alive at a hands-on class.

Dress up and get down to the Horniman for a day of frightening fun and games. Little ones can meet creepy crawlies in the Wild Fangs cave, while adult witches and wizards browse arts and craft markets and try devilishly delicious food and drink.

As London's trees unleash their autumn colours, species spot in south east London on this walk with the aptly named tree guru Paul Wood. 

Make up your very own Christmas cracker full of delicious gin and tonics at John Lewis's Pix & Mix Gin and Tonic pop up.