The Collaborative International Dictionary
Gala day
Gala \Ga"la\, n. [F. gala show, pomp, fr. It. gala finery, gala;
of German origin. See Gallant.]
Pomp, show, or festivity.
--Macaulay.
Gala day, a day of mirth and festivity; a holiday.
Wikipedia
Gala Day
Gala Day is a one-day festival held in many towns over the world.
One of the biggest is held in the city of Geelong, Victoria, Australia. The festival raises money for the Geelong Hospital, and was known for the street parade though Central Geelong by local community groups, amusement rides in the main street, a sideshow alley, and showbag stalls.