festivity

 
Pronunciation: /fɛˈstɪvɪti/

noun (plural festivities)

[mass noun]
  • the celebration of something in a joyful and exuberant way: a time of great rejoicing and festivity
  • (festivities) activities or events celebrating a special occasion: the traditional Christmas and New Year festivities

Origin:

late Middle English: from Old French festivite or Latin festivitas, from festivus 'festive', from festum, (plural) festa 'feast'