grand opening
noun
: a special celebration held to mark the opening of a new business or public place (such as a park or stadium)
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The station is currently being used by commuters and a grand opening is planned for March or April.
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Elizabeth Owens-Schiele, Chicago Tribune, 20 Feb. 2026
According to the Courier Journal, Del Taco said the first location will likely host its grand opening by 2027.
—Saleen Martin, USA Today, 20 Feb. 2026
University of Georgia officials and athletic supporters gathered this week to celebrate the grand opening of the university's new track and field complex - a $60 million investment that university leaders say puts Georgia on par with the nation's elite programs.
—Sam Crenshaw, CBS News, 19 Feb. 2026
There will be a pre-grand opening sneak peek on March 4.
—Melina Khan, Freep.com, 18 Feb. 2026
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Elizabeth Owens-Schiele, Chicago Tribune, 20 Feb. 2026
According to the Courier Journal, Del Taco said the first location will likely host its grand opening by 2027.
—Saleen Martin, USA Today, 20 Feb. 2026
University of Georgia officials and athletic supporters gathered this week to celebrate the grand opening of the university's new track and field complex - a $60 million investment that university leaders say puts Georgia on par with the nation's elite programs.
—Sam Crenshaw, CBS News, 19 Feb. 2026
There will be a pre-grand opening sneak peek on March 4.
—Melina Khan, Freep.com, 18 Feb. 2026
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“Grand opening.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/grand%20opening. Accessed 24 Feb. 2026.
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