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

Fancy events like weddings and galas require something a bit more elevated, and this halter maxi dress is the perfect pick. — Ali Faccenda, InStyle, 28 July 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

In-house production and events take in overseeing concept, production, and on‑site management of film galas, premieres, special events and industry activations. — John Hopewell, Variety, 16 July 2026

This model sounds good and sells well at galas and fundraisers. — Thomas J. Dart, Chicago Tribune, 10 July 2026

Women rented designer gowns for galas, weddings and formal celebrations. — Angela Chan-Danisi, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026

But there’s another Basquiat collector, someone a lot less famous than Griffin, someone who has never appeared on the ARTnews Top 200 Collector List, who doesn’t yet sit on museum boards or get honored at galas. — Nate Freeman, Vanity Fair, 26 June 2026

In the holiday spirit, venues across South Florida are celebrating with book fairs, tours, exhibitions and galas. — Michael Butler, Miami Herald, 17 June 2026

Since opening in the 7th arrondissement in 2000, Chauvin Paris’ founder Éric Chauvin has risen to the fore with his creations for Dior fashion shows and galas at the Opéra Garnier. — Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 1 June 2026