There’s finally an end in sight for 16th Street construction.

The $172 million project overhauling Denver’s main corridor fully wraps up by Oct. 4, the Downtown Denver Partnership announced Wednesday.

That’s the date DDP, the City and County of Denver, the Regional Transportation District and PCL Construction are officially reopening 16th Street — exactly 43 years after its inaugural opening in 1982.

“We invite all Denverites and Coloradans to be part of this momentous celebration as we unveil the completion of this reconstruction project that has enhanced accessibility and infrastructure, expanded amenities and ‘moments of joy,’ and preserved the Downtown Denver’s iconic main street,” DDP said on its website.

Celebrations for the “grand reopening” begin at 11 a.m. that Saturday.

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