Definitions of gala

1. a gay festivity

2. A show; finery; great display; gala day, a day of fun and pleasure; a holiday.

3. Show: splendor: festivity, as a gala- day.

4. A festivity; show.

5. Display; splendour.

6. offering fun and gaiety; " a gala ball after the inauguration"; " a festive ( or festal) occasion"; " gay and exciting night life"; " a merry evening"