festivals

noun

plural of festival
as in celebrations
a time or program of special events and entertainment in honor of something tourists flock to the town for its annual strawberry festival

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Recent Examples of festivals This film has received enthusiastic reviews following debut screenings at the fall festivals. — Zac Ntim, Deadline, 28 Sep. 2026 In 2023, the actress was named an ambassador to the Italian luxury fashion house and has since worn gowns by the label at various red carpet events and film festivals. — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 28 Sep. 2026 At best, this boldly immersive effort will find a home at other festivals and in one-off screenings, whereas general indie distribution seems unlikely. — Jordan Mintzer, HollywoodReporter, 28 Sep. 2026 In addition to Aftershock, Danny Wimmer Presents puts on festivals such as Inkcarceration in Mansfield, Ohio; Louder than Life in Louisville, Kentucky; and Welcome to Rockville in Daytona Beach, Florida. — Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 28 Sep. 2026 Hang Out On The Lawrenceville Lawn Another place at the heart of the community is the Lawrenceville Lawn, a giant greenspace that hosts regular events, concerts, and festivals. — Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 27 Sep. 2026 Now, those resources and improvements made ahead of the tournament can benefit other big, in-person events like concerts or festivals. — Jason Gewirtz, CNBC, 27 Sep. 2026 Oceans Calling, one of Maryland's biggest music festivals, was canceled on Friday. — Scott Simon, NPR, 26 Sep. 2026 The lineup spotlights more than 25 Singapore productions and co-productions that have earned recognition at festivals including Cannes, Sundance, Toronto, Venice and Melbourne. — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 25 Sep. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for festivals
  1. celebrations
  2. festivities
  3. fiestas
Noun
  • However, the holiday season tends to see a spike each year as people congregate for parties, celebrations and gatherings.
    — Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 2 Oct. 2026
  • Several fellow 2022 World Cup champions will join the celebrations.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of celebrations
Noun
  • Simmons spoke publicly for the first time since signing with the Sacramento Kings as part of media day festivities Monday at the team’s Golden 1 Center practice facility, where the Kings will open training camp Tuesday.
    — Jason Anderson, Sacbee.com, 29 Sep. 2026
  • Zeferjahn was one of a handful of Cubs participating in the festivities for the first time as a major-leaguer.
    — Andy Martinez, Chicago Tribune, 25 Sep. 2026
Definition of festivities
Noun
  • Spanish towns and cities also regularly honor local patron saints with fiestas.
    — Nicole Winfield, Chicago Tribune, 7 June 2026
  • Chile Brings Out the Big Guns Chile’s joyous presence as the Country of Honor at FICG meant panels, tributes, masterclasses and fiestas galore.
    — Anna Marie de la Fuente, Variety, 26 Apr. 2026
Definition of fiestas

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“Festivals.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/festivals. Accessed 4 Oct. 2026.

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