Things to do in London today is sponsored by Smart Group.
Things to do:
TECHNOLOGY CONFERENCE: Technology is taking over the world, so get advice on how to stay ahead of the game with talks from over 50 fascinating speakers at Wired2016 at Tobacco Dock. If you run a start up, you get your ticket half-price. Quite expensive, book in advance, until 4 November
ROAD CYCLING: Calling all cycling fanatics: meet cycling legends, preview the latest developments in bike technology and pick up new merchandise at The Road Cycling Emporium. £40-£135, book in advance, until 5 November
LUXURY TRAVEL: We don't know why you'd ever want to leave London, but if you fancy a short break from the Big Smoke, do it in style — get top tips at the Luxury Travel Fair. £14.50/£15.50, book in advance, until 6 November
1937 FILM: Get comfy inside a church and transport yourself to the 1930s with the iconic style of Spencer Tracy in the film adaptation of Rudyard Kipling's Captains Courageous. £5, book in advance, 6.30pm
PSYCHOLOGY OF FILM: Head to a hellish vision of New York in gripping thriller Se7en, and discuss the psychology behind the film after the screening with psychotherapists and clinical psychologists. Regent Street Cinema. £12, book in advance, 7pm
STORYTELLING FOR ADULTS: Storytelling isn't just for kids... Shiver, gasp, cry and laugh at astounding tales of Jewish demons and Japanese visitations at Canvas & Cream. £8, just turn up, 7.30pm
SONGS FOR LONDON: Mark 150 years of the iconic blue plaque that adorns famous London residences with an evening of folk music. £15, book in advance, 7.30pm
SCIENCE STORIES: Science journalists, PhD-owning pharmacologists and fusion energy experts share personal stories all about science at Hackney House £9, book in advance, 7.30pm (stories begin at 8pm)
SCREAMATHON: Head to Rich Mix to see the best short horror films Britain has to offer. There's everything from ghost stories to lo-budget gore fests — don't blame us if you can't get to sleep after. £5-£10, book in advance/just turn up, 8pm
DAY OF THE DEAD: From lucha libre wrestling to live music, art exhibitions to Mexican shrines, grab some street food at Waterloo Vaults and celebrate Day of the Dead properly. £25, book in advance, 8pm (until 5 November)
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Make New Year's Eve a night to remember with colour, costumes and crazy cocktails at this Carnivale extravaganza.
The 2016 London New Year's Eve Ball is inspired by Mardi Gras, with exotic entertainment left, right and centre.
Begin the evening with street food canapés, followed by a gourmet three-course meal. The party really takes off after this with a funfair, live band and DJs, plus entertainment from acrobats and dancers.
When midnight arrives, the London fireworks display will be live streamed, so you can get in on the action without having to battle the crowds (and the cold).
Carnivale 2016 New Year's Eve Ball takes place at Battersea Evolution. Book your tickets (£175 per person) here. Quote ‘LONDONIST16’ to receive 10% off your booking.
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GALA BALL: Walk a red carpet lined with dogs (yes, dogs!), be dazzled by dance troupe SpelBound, and join some of the biggest names in showbiz for a glittery gala celebrating (and raising money for) Battersea Dogs and Cats Home. From £350, book in advance, 3 November
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