Fete day, also referred to as festivity, is a time of celebration and merriment. Synonyms for fete day include festival, celebration, holiday, gala, jubilee, carnival, feast day, and commemoration. Festivals commemorate a religious event, historical moment, or cultural tradition, often with music, dance, food, and games. A celebration is a general term for any happy event, such as a wedding, anniversary, or graduation. Holidays are legal or religious observances typically marked by the closing of businesses and institutions. Galas are formal, grand occasions, while jubilees mark an anniversary, especially of sovereign rule. Carnivals are colorful, lively events typically held in a public square or street. Feast days have a religious significance, and commemorations honor a significant person, event, or achievement.