This meaning refers to an elegant and important event involving entertainment, food, or ceremonies.
The museum held a gala for its anniversary.
Guests wore formal clothes to the gala.
This meaning refers to a special public presentation organized as an important cultural occasion.
The dance gala featured international performers.
The film received a gala screening.
This meaning refers to an elegant event organized to collect donations for a charity or institution.
The charity gala raised a million dollars.
They attended a fundraising gala for the hospital.
