👉 A panegyricon, also known as a "pan" in Greek, is an ancient Roman festival that commemorated the birth of Julius Caesar. The purpose was to honor him and his legacy by celebrating his victory over the other gladiators at a public feast in Rome. The Panegyricon was held annually on August 12th, with a procession through the streets of Rome marking the event. It was an important event for the Roman state as it marked its triumph over the