Vibe’s picks of what’s on in north Kent and south east London this week.

Peppa Pig’s Big Splash at The Churchill Theatre, Bromley, on Wednesday and Thursday (September 3 and 4)

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The children’s favourite is back with an all-singing, all-dancing show with lots of games. Tickets cost £16.40 to £18.40 at atgtickets.com/Bromley

Teddy Bears’ Picnic at Bromley Museum from 2pm to 3.30pm on Friday (August 29)

Bring a teddy and enjoy stories, games, face painting, crafts and a trail around the museum. There will be a sweet treat and a soft drink for each child, who must be accompanied by an adult. £2.

Dog’s Day Out at Crystal Palace Park from 11am to 4pm on Sunday, September 7

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Take your dog on a free day out with arena shows, competition, displays, agility, stalls and free microchipping and tag engraving. Go to Bromley.gov.uk/dogs

Sci-fi at the British Museum from Thursday (August 28) until Saturday (August 30)

The British Film Institute presents a series of groundbreaking sci-fi films: The Day the Earth Caught Fire (1961) on Thursday, The Man Who Fell to Earth (1976) on Friday, and Flash Gordon (1980) on Saturday. Tickets cost £15 each or £39 for the weekend. Go to bfi.org.uk

Outdoor cinema: Les Miserables at Hall Place and Gardens, Bexley, 6.30pm for a 7.45pm start on Wednesday (September 3)

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Catch the silver screen version of the stage classic on a giant outdoor screen. Bring a rug or low-backed chair. Tickets £12.50 or £8.30 children in advance only. Call 0844 8586767 or go to thelunacinema.com

Donkey Derby and Summer Fair at Danson Park, Welling, from noon to 5pm on Sunday (August 31)

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A charity fun day featuring donkey rides and racing, a fun fair, farmers’ market, food and drink. Entry £1 adults and children free.

Local History and Steaming Day at Crossness Sewage Works, Abbey Wood, from 10am to 5pm on Sunday (August 31)

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Find out about Britain’s industrial heritage and see the stunning architecture of sir Joseph Bazalgette. Entry £6 adults and £2 children. Go to crossness.org.uk

Bat Walk at Woodlands Farm Trust, Shooters Hill, from 7.45pm on Thursday (August 28) and 7.30pm on Wednesday (September 3)

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Take a walk around the farm, where there are a number of different species of bat, and find out more about the creatures. You will need sturdy footwear, outdoor clothing and a torch. Not suitable for under 6s. It costs £4 adults and £2 children and booking is essential. Call 020 8319 8900. 

Summer Holiday Activity Trail at Shorne Woods Country Park, from 10am to 3pm daily until Tuesday, September 2

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Follow clues around the park and answer questions to win a prize. Sheets cost £2.50 from the activity centre.

Jet Stream tours of the Thames, half hourly from noon to 7pm daily

Blast up and down the river on a jet boat, leaving from Gravesend Town Pier. Rides cost £15 adults, £10 children or £41 families. Call Gravesend Visitor Information Centre on 01474 337600.

Teddy Bear’s Picnic at Ightham Mote from 11am to 3pm on Thursday (August 28)

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Bring your teddy and enjoy a trail and activities. Normal admission costs apply. Go to nationaltrust.org.uk

Psychic Sally On the Road at the Orchard Theatre, Dartford, on Monday (September 1)

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The psychic to stars such as Princess Diana, George Michael and Katie Price visits Dartford again. Tickets cost £24.50. Go to orchardtheatre.com or call 01322 220000.

The General at Greenwich Picturehouse from 9pm on Thursday (August 28)

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Buster Keaton’s silent classic, complete with breathtaking stunts, gets a fresh airing in Greenwich. Go to picturehouses.co.uk/cinemas/Greenwich_Picturehouse or call 08719025732.

Keeping up with the Joans at Greenwich Theatre until Saturday (August 30)

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A bittersweet comedy fresh from the Edinburgh Fringe. Tickets £18.50 or £16. Go to greenwichtheatre.org.uk

New Cross Music Crawl, from 6.30pm on Thursday (August 28)

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Bars in New Cross have joined forces to host different bands as the area turns into a free walking concert. It starts at Goldsmiths’ library and ends at Amersham Arms, where there is also an afterparty.

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In their Own Words at Firepower, The Royal Artillery Museum, Woolwich

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An exhibition about the Great War brings to life the struggles of artillerymen of different nations through their letters, diaries and photos. Go to firepower.org.uk