: a gathering, event, or show having a specified focus
a music fest
—often used in combinationa gabfest
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a country music fest
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The 21st edition of the Glasgow Film Festival looks set to be one of its biggest events to date with an additional 12 world and European premieres, including the world premiere of Martyn Robertson’s documentary Make it to Munich, which will close the fest on March 9.
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Diana Lodderhose, Deadline, 25 Feb. 2025
The unique, immersive fest at Pendarvis Farm from July 31 to August 3 features an eclectic lineup that also includes Fruit Bats, Reyna Tropical, Ocie Elliott, Surprise Chef, Dummy, Blu & Exile, Rosali, Michael Hurley, Hannah Cohen, and dozens more.
—Daniel Kreps, Rolling Stone, 24 Feb. 2025
Among the largest of the city’s 50 or so fests, parades and other gatherings are the Fourth of July parade and fireworks display, Nightmare on Chicago Street, La Fiesta de Elgin and the End of Summer Bash.
—Gloria Casas, Chicago Tribune, 22 Feb. 2025
For the average fan, more accessible options include the Celebrity and Rising Stars games on Friday (starting at $75), the dunk contest and 3-point competition Saturday (starting at $379) and the NBA Crossover fan fest running all weekend at the Moscone Center (adults: $50; kids: $25).
—Evan Webeck, The Mercury News, 14 Feb. 2025
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Diana Lodderhose, Deadline, 25 Feb. 2025
The unique, immersive fest at Pendarvis Farm from July 31 to August 3 features an eclectic lineup that also includes Fruit Bats, Reyna Tropical, Ocie Elliott, Surprise Chef, Dummy, Blu & Exile, Rosali, Michael Hurley, Hannah Cohen, and dozens more.
—Daniel Kreps, Rolling Stone, 24 Feb. 2025
Among the largest of the city’s 50 or so fests, parades and other gatherings are the Fourth of July parade and fireworks display, Nightmare on Chicago Street, La Fiesta de Elgin and the End of Summer Bash.
—Gloria Casas, Chicago Tribune, 22 Feb. 2025
For the average fan, more accessible options include the Celebrity and Rising Stars games on Friday (starting at $75), the dunk contest and 3-point competition Saturday (starting at $379) and the NBA Crossover fan fest running all weekend at the Moscone Center (adults: $50; kids: $25).
—Evan Webeck, The Mercury News, 14 Feb. 2025
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“Fest.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fest. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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