OXFORD – This weekend marks the grand opening of the new Oxford entertainment venue, Six on the Square.

The non-profit performance space will be open this weekend and the public is invited to view the labors of the last few months.

Six on the Square describes itself as “a volunteer-based community service organization committed to promoting music and the arts in central New York by offering cultural and educational programs. While we are newly named, the 6 on the Square venue has been recognized for its acoustics and the intimate performance setting. We plan to continue the tradition of the venue, and welcome more programs and activities for our community members.”

The grand opening weekend festivities began Thursday with an open mic performance by Fetish Lane. The band will perform again Friday at 7:30 p.m., as part of its CD release tour, “Beautiful Mule.” Tickets are $17 until the day of the show and $20 on the day of the show.

Ribbon cutting ceremonies will take place at 11 a.m., Saturday with refreshments served courtesy of Hoppie’s and Roma’s. Scandinavian folk music will be performed by Hanna Lauzon on the nyckleharpa until noon. Those in attendance will have the opportunity to view the artwork of Norwich artist Rick Marchant. Doors will be opened an hour prior to the start of the performances.