The 6 best free things to do in London this weekend [November 14-16]

"The last autumn leaves are falling. The final Halloween pumpkins have been devoured by opportunistic foxes. It's finally time to get out your big coat. And that means that we're within spitting distance of Christmas, that inescapable annual drain on the UK's collective wallets. There are just six weeks to go until December 25. Does that mean you should start decorating? Almost certainly not. But it does mean you should probably start saving your pennies."

"Christmas shopping is expensive, whether or not you're planning to splash out on M&S's now-notorious £195 beef Wellington. So let us help you save a bit of cash this weekend by doing something that's both loads of fun and completely free. On this week's line-up is a secret subway, a teeming jazz fest, and a big runners meet-up that looks pretty fun, even if you don't know your pace from your pronation. Read on for inspiration to put some wonder into your weekend, for free."

"Swiss performance brand On (Running) and Cape Town run crew Community Track Club are coming to east London's Lee Valley Athletics Centre for a social celebration of running culture. There'll be plenty of races to put you through your paces, including a rapid 2k, an 800m dash, and a mile for both men and women (sign up in advance to secure your spot). There's even a Kenyan-style training session led by elite athlete Laura Luengo."

The last autumn leaves are falling and Halloween pumpkins have been devoured, signaling colder weather and the approach of Christmas, with six weeks until December 25. Christmas shopping is expensive, so free weekend events offer a chance to save money while enjoying activities. Free highlights include an open day at Crystal Palace's secret subway, a large free jazz festival, and a one-day runners meet-up at Lee Valley Athletics Centre. The meet-up features Swiss brand On, Cape Town's Community Track Club, races including a rapid 2k, 800m and mile, Kenyan-style training with elite athlete Laura Luengo, live music, food, drink and free tattoos.

Read at Time Out London