Greer's OC

The Market Place, a longtime favorite in Orange County for shopping, dining and family fun, is ushering in a new era with an Opening Celebration on Saturday, Sept. 27, from 1 to 6 p.m.

The popular center will debut its newly expanded lawn and common area, a modern open-air gathering space designed for the Tustin and Irvine communities. The refreshed destination offers a place to connect, relax and enjoy a wide range of dining options and culinary experiences.

The free community event will feature tastings, entertainment and a ribbon cutting with local leaders. Highlights include:

• Signature tastings, light bites and specialty drinks from Shake Shack, Mendocino Farms, Blk Dot Coffee and more.
• A ribbon cutting ceremony with City of Irvine Mayor Larry Agran, Dave Coffaro, CEO of the Greater Irvine Chamber of Commerce, and other community leaders.
• Live music performances, a DJ set, lawn games, giveaways and prizes.

Guests will also enjoy snacks and sips from eateries including BLK Dot Coffee, California Fish Grill, Corner Bakery Cafe, Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream, Islands Fine Burgers and Drinks, JA Jiaozi Authentic Dumplings, Luna Grill, Mendocino Farms, Regal Edwards Market Place and Taco Rosa.

The Market Place is located at 2961 El Camino Real in Tustin.