Top 5 apps to make the most of the May Day bank holiday

Bank holiday apps: The Samsung S8: Kim Hong-Ji/Reuters
Bank holiday apps: The Samsung S8: Kim Hong-Ji/Reuters

If the Easter weekend already feels like a lifetime ago, there’s good news — it’s another bank holiday on Monday. Don’t panic if you haven’t made plans yet, instead get smart and use these free apps to make the most of three days off work.

Today Tix

Bag some last-minute theatre tickets from all-singing all-dancing musicals to star-studded plays, with the bonus chance to win cheap front-row seats to some performances.

todaytix.com

Cinemap

Pinning down what films are showing where in London is usually trickier than it should be. Not with Cinemap — see what’s playing across the city and get instant listings of the film that takes your fancy.

cinemap.co

YPlan

This app encourages spontaneity. It has it all — zoo tickets, walking tours, club nights, roller derby events, you name it, all available at short notice with just a tap of your phone.

yplanapp.com

Dice

Book gigs quickly and easily on your phone and skip the booking fee in the process. Get an instant glimpse at the concerts on your doorstep in the coming days. Our tip: Happyness’ album launch show at The Dome, Tufnell Park, on Friday.

dice.fm

OpenTable

Deliveroo is great when you’re shattered and want to stay in, but there’s a whole city of restaurants waiting out there. Book a meal out with OpenTable and you might get a discount on your bill.

opentable.com