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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Outside Duo — a restaurant that held its grand opening just last week — crowds gathered in the parking lot while music played and people mingled.
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Eva Andersen, CBS News, 15 Mar. 2026
Swanson says of West Palm Cowboy Club, which debuted March 10 with a grand opening scheduled for March 26.
—Phillip Valys, Sun Sentinel, 14 Mar. 2026
The March 6 grand opening was marked by a special ribbon-cutting ceremony, live music and giveaways.
—Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 13 Mar. 2026
As crews enter the final phase of renovations, the museum is moving forward with its grand opening on June 12.
—Josh Kelly, Oklahoman, 13 Mar. 2026
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Eva Andersen, CBS News, 15 Mar. 2026
Swanson says of West Palm Cowboy Club, which debuted March 10 with a grand opening scheduled for March 26.
—Phillip Valys, Sun Sentinel, 14 Mar. 2026
The March 6 grand opening was marked by a special ribbon-cutting ceremony, live music and giveaways.
—Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 13 Mar. 2026
As crews enter the final phase of renovations, the museum is moving forward with its grand opening on June 12.
—Josh Kelly, Oklahoman, 13 Mar. 2026
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“Grand opening.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/grand%20opening. Accessed 17 Mar. 2026.
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