What’s On’s Angie Quinn picks the best of this weekend’s entertainment in south east London and north Kent.
Wheatus at Brooklyn Bowl at The O2, Greenwich, 6pm on Sunday
The Teenage Dirtbag hitmakers are back touring with new LP ‘The Valentine’. Go to axs.com
Robert Muchamore at Bluewater, Greenhithe, 1pm on Saturday
Best-selling author Robert Muchamore will meet fans at Waterstones to sign copies of his latest novel ‘New Guard’ from popular series ‘Cherub’. Go to bluewater.co.uk
Parksfest in Greenwich, on Sunday
A selection of free open air summer festivals are kicking off across Greenwich this weekend as this year’s Parksfest is back, starting at Well Hall Pleasaunce and East Greenwich Pleasaunce, featuring free cultural entertainment. Go to parksfest.org
Purple Rain at The Bussey Building, Peckham on Sunday
Enjoy watching a classic film against London’s amazing skyline, as Prince takes lead the role in a movie about a young musician, his struggles of life and rise to stardom. Go to rooftopfilmclub.com/London
James and the Giant Peach at Erith Playhouse, Erith, on Saturday
Catch the last chance to see the stage adaption of the adored children’s novel by Roald Dahl. Go to playhouse.org.uk
Pony Rides at Hall Place and Gardens, Bexley on Saturday and Sunday
Children are invited to hop on board a pony and explore the beautiful gardens at Hall Place. Go bexleyheritagetrust.org.uk
The Cat in the Hat at the Orchard Theatre, Dartford on Saturday
Dr Seuss’s most mischievous cat is back with tricks and wild ideas, making the show a delightful, funny theatre experience for children aged 3+. Go to orchardtheatre.co.uk
Horrible Histories at the Churchill Theatre, Bromley, on Saturday
Performing two different two hour shows, history is brought to life; telling the tales of Britain to the Roman Invasion of AD43 in the Incredible Invaders, and Groovy Greeks brings everything from Sparta to growing up in Greece. Go to churchilltheatre.co.uk
HMS Beagle Explorers at Down House, Downe, on Saturday
Navigate through an exciting 1800’s adventure of seafaring, where visitors will learn knot tying, predicting weather and create their own ship to take home. Go to english-heritage.org.uk
25th Friends of the Horniman Art Exhibition at Horniman Museum and Gardens on Saturday
A collection of 37 talented local artists will exhibit their creations, raising funds for projects at the museum and gardens. Go to horniman.ac.uk/
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