kickoff event

noun
UK /ˈkɪkɒf ɪˌvent/
US /ˈkɪkɔf ɪˌvent/

A kickoff event is a special party or meeting that starts something new.

The soccer team had a kickoff event to celebrate the start of the season.

SYNONYMS

launchopeningstartinaugurationsend-off

RELATED WORDS

celebrationceremonybeginningrallygathering

OTHER MEANINGS

2. The first meeting that begins a project or campaign.

The kickoff event for the charity drive was held in the town hall.

3. A party that marks the start of a sports season.

Fans gathered at the kickoff event before the first game.

4. A gathering to get people excited about a new activity.

The school held a kickoff event for the reading challenge.