The Music Center Plaza will re-open today with free public festivities through the Labor Day weekend.
Announced by The Music Center, it was a 20 month and $41 million renovation of the outdoor space, according to The Music Center press release.
The plaza will be pedestrian-friendly and outdoor urban space with five new buildings, three dining locations and public restrooms. Not only that but there will also be a return of The Music Center Plaza fountain.
The three new dining options include Abernethy’s, a full-service restaurant, The Mullin Wine Bar, and Los Angeles-based coffee bar Go Get Em Tiger.
The funding for the $41 million project came from the county, which provided $30 million. The Music Center raised more than $10 million in private funds and is raising $1 million for LED screens, according to the press release on the Music Center website.
Wednesday, August 28, 2019: 10:30 a.m.Civic Dedication: The Music Center Plaza
Thursday, August 29, 2019: 4:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.Go Get Em Tiger and The Mullin Wine Bar: Grand Openings
Friday, August 30, 2019: 7:00 p.m.–midnightThe Music Center’s Dance DTLA
Saturday, August 31, 2019: 4:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m.Plaza for All Celebration featuring Los Angeles Master Chorale’s Big Sing 20194:00 p.m. Event begins in Grand Park5:00 p.m. Procession from Grand Park to the Plaza6:00 p.m.–7:15 p.m. Big Sing 2019
Sunday, September 1, 2019: Noon–6:00 p.m.The Music Center’s Splish Splash Plaza Bash
Thursday, September 5, 2019: 5:00 p.m.Abernethy’s: Grand Opening