festivities

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Despite the heat and war, pilgrims were overcome with emotion as they kickstarted the hajj festivities in Mecca, Islam's holiest city.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

He said he handwrites around 200 personalized welcome cards a day for guests during the current festivities.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

The festivities were in full swing – and that was before the team got to Baden-Baden, a quiet spa town which would soon become dancing-on-the-tables party central.

From BBC • May 10, 2026

The wedding festivities spanned two days in New York’s Hudson Valley and incorporated a summer camp theme.

From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2026

"I'm here to discuss the plan for this evening's festivities, and review the protocol with you."

From "The Belles" by Dhonielle Clayton