A festive party is a celebration or gathering of people for the purpose of having fun and enjoying each other's company. It can be referred to as a GALA, fete, BASH, or AFFAIR. A GALA is a large, formal event, often with entertainment and dancing. A fete is a large outdoor party, usually with music and food. A BASH is an informal party, usually with loud music and lots of people. An AFFAIR is a more formal gathering, usually with a specific purpose or theme.