WHILE an out-of-town trip seems like the magic potion that makes the stress of city life disappear, the truth is you don’t need to travel far and wide just to unwind and regain balance in your life.Breaking free from the daily grind is possible even without leaving the metro.At the heart of Mandaluyong sits Greenfield District, a bustling community where people of all ages can take a breather and enjoy various recreational activities to their heart’s content.Offering one of the biggest open spaces in Mandaluyong, the 15-hectare urban development of Greenfield Development Corporation (GDC) has become an emerging destination in Mandaluyong for outdoor activities that promote holistic health.Greenfield District is also home to GDC’s future-ready condominium developments, the Twin Oaks Place and Zitan.Condo residents can conveniently enjoy the fun activities at Greenfield District with their friends and family. The Hub likewise has an advantageous location, making it accessible to the public through various routes and roadways from main business districts of Metro Manila.Designed to give a truly distinctive brand of city lifestyle, Greenfield District is further redefining the Mandaluyong landscape with sweeping, green open spaces that comprise a generous portion of the development, and further enhanced by a pedestrian-oriented neighborhood.Whether you’re a resident living within this integrated urban community or you’re someone craving recreation within the metro, Greenfield District’s got you covered.Here are some of the activities you can enjoy within the District.Indulge and relax with family and friendsThe way to everyone’s heart is through the stomach. This old cliché still rings true today. What’s a face-to-face meet-up without good food? Bring your friends and family to Greenfield District’s Food Truck Fest, an exciting new twist to the usual dining experience.Open from Monday to Thursday from 4 p.m. until 10 p.m. and Friday to Sunday from 4 p.m. until 12 midnight, this outdoor destination is located at the Mayflower Parking, a wide, open parking space.With a good mix of select food trucks, this is a perfect set-up for an enjoyable yet safe al fresco dining in the new normal.If you’re craving happy food in the middle of a tiring work week, buy yourself a sumptuous meal at the District Food Park. Ideal for those who want to eat outdoors, this weekday dining destination allows you to choose from a wide variety of food choices from a good mix of well-selected merchants.The food park is open from Monday to Thursday from 4 p.m. until 10 p.m. and on Friday, 4 p.m. until 11 p.m.Finally, you can also spend your Sunday afternoon with your family and close friends at Greenfield District’s Sunset Fair, which is open every Sunday from 3 p.m. to 12 midnight.Set under the beautiful cabanas, relax with people closest to your heart in this outdoor picnic and banchetto-type event. The day of rest is best spent by making meaningful conversations with special people while listening to laid-back music rhythms and enjoying delicious food.Achieve your fitness goalsGreenfield District puts a premium on the health and well-being of its residents and guests.With wide, open spaces and well-maintained greenery, Greenfield District provides a revitalizing environment that motivates people to do their fitness activities.Designed as a walkable city within a city, the District has pathways where residents and visitors can leisurely walk or jog. Health enthusiasts can also try out Climb Central Manila, the biggest indoor air-conditioned sport climbing venue in the Philippines.Meanwhile, you can also break a sweat at the Mayflower parking lot where F45 functional training, circuit workout sessions are conducted.Lift your mood through shoppingThough online shopping is a thing now, nothing can beat the satisfaction we get from scoring great finds from a physical store. Release some happy hormones as you explore the Weekend Market located at the Greenfield Open Park.Open every Saturday from 3 p.m. to 12 a.m., the Weekend Market at Greenfield District is consistently among the top weekend market destinations in Metro Manila.Don’t forget to enjoy good food and appreciate art and music as you roam around the market.Let your pets enjoy the great outdoorsDefinitely a pet-friendly destination, the Greenfield District makes sure that the furry pets of its residents and visitors can safely do their outdoor activities. Dogs can play and walk along the pathways and open spaces within the District. Customers of the District Food Park may also bring their fur babies to dine al fresco with them.Enjoy the nightlife with friendsHaving a drink with friends is a good way to break free from the monotony of your daily routine. Occasional social drinking helps improve well-being and social interaction.At The Hub at Greenfield District, you can find establishments that offer a wide selection of alcoholic beverages—from single malt whiskeys to draft beer.Hang out with friends at Blackwood Bar and Grill, and the Beer Factory Express.In addition, Greenfield District also organizes fun events that offer booze like its Independence Day Celebration which showcases over 30 local craft beer breweries with over 100 different beer styles.To know more about the Greenfield District, follow its official Facebook page at www.facebook.com/greenfielddistrict. (PR)