1. elaborate outdoor festivals or celebrations, often held for charity
Usage: plural of fete

1. honors or celebrates someone with elaborate entertainment
Usage: third person singular present

Examples

• The village holds summer fetes every year to raise money for the church.
• Local fetes often feature games, food stalls, and live music.
• The charity fetes attracted hundreds of visitors last weekend.
• She fetes her guests with elaborate dinner parties.
• The company fetes its top employees at an annual gala.
• The town fetes visiting dignitaries with parades and ceremonies.