Synonyms of galas

galas

noun

plural of gala

as in festivals

a time or program of special events and entertainment in honor of something

attended the gala celebrating the reopening of the museum

Synonyms & Similar Words

• festivals
• celebrations
• festivities
• fiestas
• carnivals
• fetes
• jubilees
• fests
• exhibitions
• fairs
• rejoicings
• exhibits
• jamborees
• revelries
• revels
• jollities
• merriments
• expositions
• merrymakings
• jollifications
• exercises
• shows
• honors

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of galas

Maybe, but not every outfit has to be the most exciting, especially after a summer of attending galas and a busy New York Fashion Week. — Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 20 Sep. 2026

Prada — often a buyer and editor highlight — will kick off the week for the first time, providing a bold start to a rich week of shows, presentations, parties, openings, galas and more. — Lucy Maguire, Vogue, 18 Sep. 2026

Past galas have taken place in major destinations across the world, including Cannes, Paris, Marbella, London, Geneva, Monaco, Dubai, and Miami. — Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 14 Sep. 2026

She was named to Time Magazine’s 100 most influential people in sports this year and has been a ubiquitous presence on red carpets and at major sporting events and galas. — Los Angeles Times, 2 Sep. 2026

The Motown Museum, based in Detroit, said Bradford Hobbs often attended its exhibit openings, Founder's Day celebrations and galas. — CBS News, 22 Aug. 2026

When the story moves into the season’s elaborate galas, Richardson-Whitfield embraces the grandeur and romanticism associated with the series. — Dominique Fluker, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026

Art fairs, collectors’ homes, artists’ studios, galas… The film is a welcoming and entertaining dive amongst the 1% and explores the complicated relationship between artists and commerce. — Leo Barraclough, Variety, 13 Aug. 2026

The Toronto International Film Festival (September 10-20) continues its rollout of announcements this week, with the Platform section, galas, special presentations, and opening night already in place. — Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 22 July 2026