Fri: Exploring the Lion King (pictured)
Discover the story of the creation of the popular Disney production, through sketches, photos and costumes on display at National Geographic Store on Regent St, W1. (ends Oct 17)
Sat-Sun: Amazing Africa: African Weekender
A vibrant celebration of the continent in Trafalgar Square with food, dancing, arts and a special focus on Nigeria to mark its 50 years of independence. (Oct 9-10)
Sun: Hampstead Heath Conkers Festival
It’s a knockout on Parliament Hill as different age groups from under fives to grown-ups battle with conkers, as well as welly wangling and tug of war contests. 11am-4pm