block party

noun

: an outdoor public party put on by the residents of a city block or neighborhood

Examples of block party in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Nomad World Pub 1401 E. Brady St. This Brady Street bar is a popular spot for soccer games, with regular block parties during the summer for major games. Jordyn Noennig, Journal Sentinel, 18 Oct. 2024 Washington, Close, Ealy and Alba visited two Democratic campaign offices in Phoenix and appeared at a block party for Black voters during their campaign swing. Stephanie Murray, The Arizona Republic, 7 Oct. 2024 Check out murals, family friendly activities and a marketplace. 🏳️‍🌈 Philly AIDS Thrift celebrates 19 years with a family-friendly block party outside its South Philly shop on Saturday from noon-6pm. Mike D'onofrio, Axios, 26 Sep. 2024 Para La Cultura: Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month This block party boasts over 50 Hispanic vendors, live music, traditional dances, and tasty cuisines from across Latin America. Charlie Vargas, Orange County Register, 12 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for block party 

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Word History

First Known Use

1902, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of block party was in 1902

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“Block party.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/block%20party. Accessed 22 Oct. 2024.

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