hugfest
nounUK /ˈhʌɡfɛst/
US /ˈhʌɡfɛst/
A hugfest is a time when lots of people hug each other a lot.
The family reunion turned into a big hugfest when everyone arrived.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. An event or gathering where people show affection by hugging frequently.
The school's welcome event was a hugfest for old friends.
3. A situation full of warm, affectionate behavior.
After the team won, the locker room was a total hugfest.
4. A playful term for an overwhelming amount of hugging.
Grandma's birthday party was a hugfest from start to finish.