Padel tennis, afternoon tea, art exhibitions and more.
The mercury on the thermometer shows no signs of descending as Abu Dhabi moves towards the middle of August.
But while the temperatures are soaring outside, the capital has tons for you to do in cooler climes indoors.
From getting active to indulging in delicious delicacies, there is something to do for everyone this month.
Here are six ways to beat the heat this week in Abu Dhabi.
ART ATTACK
The cooling surrounds of Abu Dhabi Mall welcome you to come and admire one of the best art exhibitions currently being showcased in the capital. With more than 120 pieces of stunning artworks made from recycled and upcycled materials, you can expect to see out of this world astronauts, colourful lobsters, mighty motorbikes and more at The Art of Recycling exhibition at the atrium of the shopping centre on level one. For more information visit yallauae.ae
SPOT OF TEA
Dainty sandwiches, delightful cakes, and delicious tea await at the debonair Observation Deck at 300 and Lobby Lounge at the Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers. The Strawberry Afternoon Tea sees you enjoy nibbles that are joined by the sweet fruit such as smoked turkey and strawberry relish; brie with balsamic marinated strawberries; strawberry and beetroot cured salmon, among other savoury delights. And for tea lovers, they can sip on fresh brews such as English Breakfast, Early Grey, 1837 Black, Five O’ Clock, Emperor Sencha, Silver Moon or Chamomile. For reservations call 02 811 5666
HAVE A SWING
The sport of padel tennis is taking the UAE by storm and at Al Forsan International Sport Resort, you can work up a sweat in the temperate climate of its new indoor padel tennis facility. Hosting six world-class padel tennis courts and a café to rejuvenate you afterwards, you and your friends are guaranteed a smashing good time in Khalifa City. For more information visit alforsan.com
POP OF COLOUR
At the Cultural Foundation Abu Dhabi. you can really have your cake and eat it with the gorgeous summer pop up Cakes & Sprinkles. Inspired by US-based Emirati artist Farah Al Qasimi’s exhibition, General Behaviour, you can savour a sweet treat while taking some great pics for the gram amongst the pink installations. For more information visit culturalfoundation.ae
GAME ON
There is no excuse not to be active this summer as the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre hosts one of the biggest sporting campaigns of the summer; Abu Dhabi Summer Sports. Helping you stay cool while getting in your daily exercise, you can participate in football, cricket, basketball, volleyball, running and more. And when it is time to refuel, grab a bite to eat at one of the several food trucks dotted around the venue. For more information visit adnec.ae
ON YOUR MARKS
For those who have a competitive edge, why not test yourself against fellow Abu Dhabi runners on Yas Island this week as the Yas Mall Indoor Run returns? Offering three distances; 2.5km; 5km and 10km; the race sees participants pound the shiny tiles of the ground floor of the mega mall with all runners who finish receiving a medal. For more information visit yasmall.ae
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