POCATELLO — The grand opening for the new town square in Historic Downtown Pocatello, Lookout Point, is set to kick off at 4 p.m. Friday.

A project several years in the making that was announced in July 2022, the grand opening is a much-anticipated local event that will feature live music, food and fun activities.

The community is invited to join members of Lookout Credit Union, Historic Downtown Pocatello, the city of Pocatello and the Pocatello-Chubbuck Chamber of Commerce for an afternoon and evening full of family fun.

The Kyd-J Band will be live on stage from 4 to 8 p.m., a live ice carving demonstration will be held from 4 to 6 p.m., the ribbon cutting is set for 5:15 p.m. and a Relight the Night neon sign walking tour begins at 8 p.m.

Thanks A Brunch, The Yellowstone Restaurant and Union Taproom, along with Lemon Smashers, will be serving up delicious food and drinks.

The event will also feature giveaways, raffle drawings, lawn games, a photo booth and more.

Lookout Point is located at 435 W. Center St. in Pocatello.