festivity
//fɛˈstɪvɪti//
Noun
festivitySingular
festivitiesPlural
1
The quality or state of being festive; joyous celebration or merrymaking.
The festivity in the air was contagious as everyone prepared for the holiday.
2
A festive activity, event, or celebration, often used in the plural to refer to a series of celebratory events.
The town's annual festivities include a parade and fireworks.