grand opening

noun

: a special celebration held to mark the opening of a new business or public place (such as a park or stadium)

Examples of grand opening in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Here's what to know about the beach and its grand opening. —

Vanessa Swales, Journal Sentinel, 20 May 2024 The eatery will have its grand opening on Saturday, June 1. —

Hanh Truong, Sacramento Bee, 20 May 2024 Find out more about the grand opening amenities at www.wayfair.com/wayfair-at-edens-plaza-in-wilmette-il~b636.html. —

Karie Angell Luc, Chicago Tribune, 17 May 2024 But what bosses had hoped to be an impressive display of the U.K.’s commitment to the arts turned out to be a somewhat embarrassing chain of events that saw concerts canceled, part of the ceiling coming apart, and its grand opening delayed. —

Lily Ford, The Hollywood Reporter, 15 May 2024 The shopping center celebrated its grand opening for three days, Feb. 28 through March 2. —

Eric Adler, Kansas City Star, 14 May 2024 More details about the L.A exhibition’s grand opening and theme will come in the following months. —

Jack Dunn, Variety, 3 May 2024 Information regarding construction, hiring and a grand opening date is expected to be released later. —

Michael Burgess, Charlotte Observer, 10 May 2024 Niemann Harvest Market will open on 116th Street on May 15, with a grand opening event planned for May 18 and May 19, according to the store’s Facebook page. —

Jake Allen, The Indianapolis Star, 9 May 2024

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