1. plural of fest; gatherings or festivals, often informal or themed events
Usage: informal; often used in compound forms (e.g., film fest, music fest)

1. third-person singular present tense of fest; to gather or celebrate at a fest
Usage: informal; rare usage

Examples

• The city hosts several music fests throughout the summer.
• Film fests attract cinephiles from around the world.
• They attended multiple art fests last year.
• The beer fest drew thousands of visitors.
• Local food fests showcase regional cuisine.