annual convention

Once-yearly organizational meeting

An annual convention is a formal gathering held once a year, typically by an organization, profession, or interest group.

Members convene to conduct business, share information, network, and attend presentations: The annual convention draws thousands of attendees to a different city each year.

Political parties hold annual conventions to set agendas and nominate candidates.

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frequency/regularity

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Non-routine legislative assembly

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planning/spontaneity

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Planned spontaneous public performance

chance encounter · pop-up event · pickup game

scale/formality

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Exclusive gathering, restricted attendance

backyard barbecue · coffee meetup · coffee chat

Family

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Top 500,000
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