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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Universal fans held off visits to Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure in anticipation of the grand opening of the new Epic Universe this summer that has boosted attendance across the Orlando theme park resort, according to data from a new report.
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Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 29 Oct. 2025
Owner Rickey Booker’s Southern-cooking standout was off to a busy grand opening last weekend, but the kitchen seemed up to the task.
—Bud Kennedy, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Oct. 2025
For its grand opening, the first 100 guests through the doors receive $50 in Toastique rewards dollars to use during future visits, with a $10 initial minimum purchase.
—Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 27 Oct. 2025
No trick, a new treat is coming as a brand-new destination at AvidXchange Music Factory celebrates its grand opening on Halloween!
—Avidxchange Music Factory, Charlotte Observer, 24 Oct. 2025
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Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 29 Oct. 2025
Owner Rickey Booker’s Southern-cooking standout was off to a busy grand opening last weekend, but the kitchen seemed up to the task.
—Bud Kennedy, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Oct. 2025
For its grand opening, the first 100 guests through the doors receive $50 in Toastique rewards dollars to use during future visits, with a $10 initial minimum purchase.
—Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 27 Oct. 2025
No trick, a new treat is coming as a brand-new destination at AvidXchange Music Factory celebrates its grand opening on Halloween!
—Avidxchange Music Factory, Charlotte Observer, 24 Oct. 2025
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“Grand opening.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/grand%20opening. Accessed 1 Nov. 2025.
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