Things to do on April 5:
Have a family fun day: Yas Marina goes all-out for families on Saturdays. Parents can enjoy a relaxing lunch at Stars’N’Bars while kids keep busy with face-painting, balloon animals, magicians and, of course, ice cream.
1pm-5pm. Stars’N’Bars, Yas Marina, Yas Island (055 320 3572).
Listen to live tunes: One of the longest-standing open mic nights in the city, each month this event gets bigger and better. Expect a mix of solo and group acts from Abu Dhabi and Dubai performing al fresco. Free.
7pm-late. B Lounge, Sheraton Abu Dhabi Hotel & Resort, Corniche Street, www.sheratonabudhabihotel.com (02 677 3333).
Eat on the beach: Who doesn’t love a picnic? Great food, company and games and it barely costs a dirham. Join the annual family picnic hosted by Abu Dhabi Autism Support Network and Hyatt Capital Gate Hotel. Take a plate.
4-7pm. Corniche Beach Gate 1. Register at www.nipabhuptani.com.
