1. a public entertainment or social gathering, especially one featuring music and dancing
Usage: archaic; historical
2. a place of public entertainment or amusement
Usage: archaic; historical

Examples

• The wealthy attended the ridotto at the grand ballroom.
• Venice was famous for its elaborate ridottos during carnival season.
• The ridotto featured masked dancers and elaborate costumes.
• Aristocrats gathered at the ridotto for an evening of entertainment.
• The ridotto was the social event of the season.
• Musicians performed at the ridotto until dawn.