GRANDOPENING

Grand opening

A grand opening is publicized event at which a new establishment announces it official opening to the public. Depending on the nature of the establishment, a party atmosphere may be promoted, by use of food, music, prizes, balloons, giveaways, festive signs, searchlights, or a fireworks display. A ribbon cutting ceremony is a common ritual, symbolically opening the facility to the public.

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