festival

• Nom désignant un événement spécial ou une célébration, souvent annuelle, comprenant des spectacles, des activités ou des traditions culturelles.

A noun referring to a special event or celebration, often held annually, involving performances, activities, or cultural traditions.

1. Cultural or religious celebrationA2formal

   A special event or series of events celebrating a particular tradition, culture, or religion.

   Fête (culturelle ou religieuse)

   • The town holds a harvest festival every autumn.
   • Diwali is a major Hindu festival of lights.
   • The festival includes parades, music, and dancing.

   Synonymescarnivalcelebrationcommemorationfairfeastfestivityfetegalaholidayjubilee

2. Arts or entertainment eventA2formal

   An organized series of performances, films, or concerts, often held annually.

   Festival

   • We attended a film festival in Cannes last year.
   • The music festival features both local and international artists.
   • She bought tickets for the jazz festival downtown.

   Synonymescarnivalcelebrationfairgala