The Fiesta District is not what it once was — it is not the big financial office center like it was in the ‘80s, nor is it the ultimate attraction for retailers and restaurants as it was 20 years ago. Yet, efforts to revitalize the area have prevailed and are expected to continue for the next several years.

MCC opened its performing arts center, which will “contribute to the vitality” of the Fiesta District, Jeff Darbut said. The new center, which cost $18 million, opened last October. It seats 450.

In addition, a new art gallery, a $2 million facility, and a new enrollment center and student lounge, $17 million projects, also recently opened at MCC.

Mesa’s Fiesta District undergoes yet another revitalization - East Valley Tribune_ East Valley Local News.pdf