gala day

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It was a gala day, with President Ronald Reagan on hand to congratulate Petty, perhaps his finest hour in a career stuffed with celebrations.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 30, 2017

Because this is the school's gala day, Old Etonians the world over celebrate it with alumni dinners.

From Time Magazine Archive

Camels stalked through the highways with their burdens; panther dogs, led by their masters, strolled leisurely along; in fact, one might feel it was a gala day and a menagerie on exhibition.

From My Trip Around the World August, 1895-May, 1896 by Hunt, Eleonora

It was a great gala day in those densely peopled regions.

From Speeches and Addresses of H. R. H. the Prince of Wales: 1863-1888 by VII, Edward

Easter usually comes in April, and brings not only a religious festival but a gala day as well, for Easter Monday is holiday time the world over.

From Gala Day Luncheons A Little Book of Suggestions by Burrell, Caroline Benedict