All there is to do in London in October

All month October is Black History Month in the UK, an annual celebration to honour the history, achievements and culture of black communities. London is at the heart of the celebrations, with events taking place across the city so you'll find plenty of ways to celebrate as you stroll around the city. On October 5 and 6, you can browse the stalls of the Black Culture Market, if you're looking for a range of African and Caribbean products, from vibrant fashion and delicious street food to African art and natural skincare. Then, round off the evening with an exceptional show at the Jazz Café, where Grammy-nominated R&B artist Alex Isley will show you her smooth vocals.

Until the 10th November In this wizarding season, there's nothing like a visit to the world's most famous wizard to immerse yourself in the unique universe. Explore the “Warner Bros. Studio Tour London - The Making of Harry Potter” and discover the dark arts exhibition. From the death eaters invading every corner of the wizarding world in Diagon Alley to the Great Hall filled with 100 floating pumpkins, you're sure to feel the spooky atmosphere. All Harry Potter fans will be delighted to learn how to take part in a wizard's duel, or even enter the Forbidden Forest during their visit to the studio. No need to wait for your Hogwarts letter to book your tickets as this exhibition is open to all, even Muggles.

From October 3rd to 13th Take part in the world's biggest cocktail festival, London Cocktail Week. One of the best ways to celebrate cocktail culture is to improve your cocktail skills and take a masterclass or attend a tasting to discover mixes you'd never thought of. Another more common way to celebrate this week is to explore London's best bars and taste their iconic cocktails, prepared by the city's top mixologists. Don't forget to check out the week's program, as you might find interesting pop-ups, cocktail events or even unique experiences.

On October 5th, 12th, 19th and 26th If you're a beer lover, there's no need to travel to Germany to celebrate your love of the beverage. Indeed, Oktoberfest, the world's most famous Bavarian beer festival, comes to Camden in October. Held at the Electric Ballroom, this small-scale version of the festival guarantees plenty of fun. Come and immerse yourself in Bavarian tradition and enjoy Bavarian beer, traditional costumes, live music, authentic Bavarian culinary specialties and performers throughout the night. So be sure to book your spot for the Saturday of your choice.

On October 6th Once again, Trafalgar Square changes its face for a day, hosting Japan Matsuri. This event will give you a taste of Japanese culture as you’ll sample only the best of the country such as culinary specialties like ramen. What’s more, it’s also the occasion to attend traditional Japanese performances. For example, follow the sound of taiko drums in the square and admire anime-inspired Japanese fashion at a fashion show. So, if Japanese culture fascinates you, before you buy a flight ticket to the country, attend this event to learn more about Japan.

From October 6th to 20th If you've ever dreamed of seeing an American football game in the flesh, you can still do it by attending the NFL London Games. Cheer on your favourite team by attending all three games this month. You'll see teams like the New York Jets, Chicago Bears, Jacksonville Jaguars and New England Patriots. The matches take place in two different stadiums: London's Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, the first NFL stadium built outside the USA, and Wembley Stadium. Taking place over three Sundays, you can either attend your most eagerly-awaited match, or just attend all of them, it's up to you!

From October 25th Enter the unique fantasy world of Tim Burton. The director of “Beetlejuice” and “Nightmares Before Christmas” presents an exclusive collection of original sketches, costumes and props used on the sets of his various films at an exhibition at the Design Museum. This exhibition of drawings, photographs and illustrations will tell you more about his imaginary worlds. So, whether you're a fan of his films or simply intrigued by the filmmaker, take your chance to go on this visual journey.

From October 25th If you prefer musicals, try to get tickets for this brand new musical. Making its West End debut, The Devil Wears Prada based on the famous film and best-selling novel, is ready to unveil its outstanding performance. So get ready to enter the world of fashion as Vanessa Williams takes to the stage. Not only, the Tony Award nominee, best known for her role in the TV series Ugly Betty, takes on the role of Miranda Priestly, but you’ll also discover the world of a fashion magazine set to the original music of Elton John. Inviting, isn't it?

On October 31st Are you ready for a one-of-a-kind Halloween party? With a breathtaking view of the London skyline, celebrate the spooky season in London's iconic Sky Garden. Get ready to dance the night away to a thrilling DJ set, surrounded by deadly looks as each person wears a costume scarier than the next. Plus, celebrate the Day of the Dead by trying out the skull painting available on site and whenever you need to, cool off with a delicious Dead Man's Finger cocktail. Don't forget to reserve your Halloween party ticket before it sells out.