show day

British

noun

(in Australia) a public holiday in a state on the date of its annual agricultural and industrial show

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The pedigreed dogs are the epitome of their breeds, owned by enthusiasts who pay Calvacca $150 per show day for her more than 100 dog shows each year.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 31, 2026

And of course as we all now know, Rod - if it is a Lulu show day, you will not be getting that call before noon.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2024

By show day, I still had not found anyone to go with.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 14, 2023

Though miles from the 90210 ZIP Code, on show day the Fairplex is stuffed with acres of red carpet and pricey, dog-friendly motor homes.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 29, 2018

Sunday, aside from being a wack TV show day, is also apparently a slow news day.

From "All American Boys" by Jason Reynolds

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