Synonyms of the word

merrymaking

• n. Joyful festivities, especially as a celebration.

celebration

• n. The formal performance of a solemn rite, such as Christian sacrament.
• n. The observance of a holiday or feast day, as by solemnities.
• n. The act, process of showing appreciation, gratitude and/or remembrance, notably as a social event.
• n. A social gathering for entertainment and fun; a party.

conviviality

• n. (uncountable) The state of being convivial.
• n. (countable) A jovial spirit or activity.

festivity

• n. (often pluralized) A festival or similar celebration.
• n. An experience or expression of celebratory feeling, merriment, gaiety.

jollification

• n. A merrymaking; noisy festivity.