red carpet event

Celebrity photo opportunity

A red carpet event is a formal occasion where celebrities, dignitaries, or VIPs walk along a literal red carpet while being photographed and interviewed.

The term evokes glamour, media attention, and exclusivity—film premieres, award ceremonies, galas: The Met Gala is the red carpet event of the year.

By extension, any occasion given special treatment may be called a red carpet event.

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photo op · glamour · flashbulbs · velvet rope · limousine · designer gown · best dressed · tuxedo · fame · spotlight · arrival · photographers · Hollywood · film festival · awards · starlet · entourage · VIP

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Covert assembly of parties

behind closed doors · clandestine meeting

exclusivity and glamour

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Outdoor meal with grilling

potluck dinner · house party · block party · office party · church potluck

formality and ceremony

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Party with draft beer

hangout

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