festivities

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While the superfight is a first for the White House, celebrity events have long been part of presidential birthday festivities.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

So while I’m sure you’ll want to explore restaurants outside the wedding festivities, I don’t think you’ll need to spend that much money on food if you don’t want to.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

“Many groups have adopted ‘Freedom 250’ branding as part of their festivities, even though it does not mean it is backed by Freedom 250 funding,” Alvarez said in a text message.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

Being in Mecca has been nothing short of blissful for Hassan Qadiri, where participating in the festivities of the hajj pilgrimage is a welcome relief after weeks of devastating war back home in Iran.

From Barron's • May 25, 2026

Scythe Goddard was in a cabana beyond the deep end, its front open to the festivities before him.

From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman