Head to Ruffians (the Shoreditch-based barber shop) tonight to enter a first-come, first-served prize draw. Three people will then be selected to receive a free tat by celeb tattooist & fashion designer Delphin Musquet.

Celebrate this year’s shortlisted books & authors of the 2024 British Academy Book Prize at the British Academy’s HQ this eve. Join the waiting list for in-person tickets here, or you can opt to take part in the event online.

Why does Britain have a housing crisis? That’s the important subject which will be explored at a Gresham College lecture on Tues. Find out about possible solutions & the lessons we can learn from other cities.

There’s not much time left to check out Frieze Sculpture, the free public art exhibit that coincides with Frieze London, held at Regent’s Park. This year’s show has been expanded to feature the work of 22 artists.

Copeland Park is hosting a special pay-what-you-can poetry night raising funds for a support group for people with Ehlers Danlos Syndrome, featuring readings from five writers who all live with the syndrome.

Hollow Rocks, the sports/social club, hosts a free running club every Weds which is “less about marathon training & more about having fun”. Each week, there’s a different type of run - plus early birds get a free juice shot.

Museum of the Home is hosting a late event this Weds which is described as a “special evening of music, creativity & learning” that’s centred around the themes, interiors & social context of 1950s Britain.

Head to Big Penny Social for Halloween Bounce House - an adults-only night of frolicking on various bouncy castles, inflatable assault courses & more. There’s also a free pumpkin carving event.

We have a pair of tickets (worth £25 each) to give away to the next Soane Late - an after-hours opening of the wonderful Sir John Soane’s Museum. Admission includes a glass of prosecco or white wine in the Library Dining Room.

The event takes place this Friday eve (Oct 25) & will be a great opportunity to explore the extraordinarily quirky home of the famous English architect.

To enter the draw, simply refer a friend to Cheapskate by sending them this link (it contains your personalised referral code): {{rp_refer_url}}.

Once they’ve signed up, you’ll be entered, & then we’ll pick the winner’s name at random. Good luck! 🤞

Fri’s the launch of The Map House’s new exhibit Mapping the Tube: 1863-2023, which will explore the evolution of London’s Tube system & the iconic London Underground map over 160 years.

To celebrate the 30th anniversary of Pulp Fiction, the iconic arcade bar Four Quarters will be scooting through Quentin Tarantino’s most famous film soundtrack, as well as the music from his other big hitters.

In your 20s/30s & want to meet new people? Bump, the social app, is hosting a Friday social at a quiet pub in Soho. Expect a chilled evening focused around meeting & getting to know new people in an inclusive environment.

This weekend, the Barbican is offering free entry to The Imaginary Institution of India: Art 1975-1998, as part of a wider celebration of Indian arts, music & culture. Limited walk-up tickets will be available each day.

Get your costume ready for a buzzy Halloween party at The Three Compasses this Sat eve. Expect lucky dip treats (no tricks), prizes for best costumes (including a £50 bar tab), “ghoulish shots” & spooky bangers.

Paper Dress Vintage is hosting a “spooktacular” evening of short film screenings, mingling & (presumably paid-for) alcoholic/non-alcoholic drinks this Sun eve. No ticket needed, but get there early if you can.

The Mayor of London’s celebration of the festival of lights returns to Trafalgar Square this Sun with an exciting line-up of music & dance, plus workshops, food & arts/crafts (appropriate for all ages).