Al Maya Island’s pool parties are notorious in Abu Dhabi.

Dancing the day and night away at a private island with free-flowing drinks, lashes of sunshine and endless great tunes, sound good?

Well, they’re back with an Eid edition with a difference.

On August 24, guests will be getting pretty messy at the paint party, with UV paint and free glowsticks everywhere.

DJs Shane Patrick, James Murray and Chad Phunk will provide the tunes so all you have to think about is having the best time possible.

An afternoon at Al Maya begins by catching a boat from a dock next to the Khalidiya Palace Rayhaan by Rotana (opposite Emirates Palace) and taking a 20-minute jaunt over to Al Maya Resort, a truly isolated spot on an island off the coast of the Corniche.

It’s free entry for ladies before 1pm, while Etihad Airways employees get free entry before 2pm.

A standard ticket costs Dhs125 and includes one drink.

A strict door policy of couples and mixed sex groups only ensures a good mix of fun-loving people above the age of 21.

Guests can soak up rays on a sun loungers, sit around the poolside bar smoking shisha, hit the dance floor or jump into the massive pool and socialise around the swim-up bar.

Boats to and from the venue start from 11am and run every 20 minutes.

There’s a range of cabana options and food and drinks deals too.

Dhs125 (includes one drink). August 24 11am-9pm. Al Maya Island Resort, water taxi next to Khalidiya Palace Hotel, Corniche West (05 5374 1550).