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
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Recent Examples of galas
Clients began asking for centerpieces and custom floral work that matched the scale of weddings, galas and community celebrations.
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Kansas City Star, 11 Jan. 2026
Casting Society also said today that Harvey Guillén, Jeff Hiller and Jessica Gunning will host the respective galas at the Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles, the Edison Ballroom in New York and One Moorgate Place in London.
—Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 8 Jan. 2026
The East Wing’s demolition cleared way for the site of the new ballroom, which is set to host state dinners, galas and other events.
—Ella Lee, The Hill, 16 Dec. 2025
Whether hosting screenings, hitting galas, or shutting down Art Basel parties, Black celebs dominated the week’s biggest moments.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 9 Dec. 2025
Once they might have been reserved for weddings, funerals, business meetings, or galas; today they are being worn more liberally — and not necessarily with a suit.
—Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 12 Nov. 2025
Elizabeth was often photographed wearing them to galas and other royal occasions, and sat for a portrait with the jewels in the 1950s.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 9 Nov. 2025
His Windsor home has been the setting for countless lavish parties and galas over the decades, many of which benefit the Elton John AIDS Foundation.
—Mekita Rivas, Architectural Digest, 7 Nov. 2025
The venue has hosted a slew of high-profile galas, corporate events, fashion shows, product launches, immersive experiences and social celebrations.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 22 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for galas
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Her shorts have screened at BAFTA and Oscar-qualifying festivals.—
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The partnership will allow IndieWire to host intensives for students and emerging creatives at major film festivals.—
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The mother of three has often spoken about the importance of family time, frequently sharing glimpses of celebrations and milestones with her children on social media.—
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Throughout its 195-year history, Woolrich has explored many different facets of its universe rooted in the celebrations of Americana, but Boglione believes there’s room for deepening those historical links while deemphasizing recent moves toward high-tech and performance gear.—
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Outside of Gillette, fans waited in lines to get into bars at Patriot Place for pregame festivities.—
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Amid all the 2026 Golden Globes festivities, there was one extra sweet TV reunion that didn’t make the broadcast.—
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“Galas.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/galas. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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