Donald Trump’s Presidential inauguration as the 47th President of the United States will take place on January 20, 2025, at the US Capitol in Washington, DC. The celebrations kick off with a fireworks show at Trump’s golf club in Virginia, followed by a rally in D.C., a wreath-laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery, and several dinners leading up to the swearing-in. Joe Biden is expected to attend, and the inaugural committee, chaired by Steve Witkoff and Kelly Loeffler, emphasized Trump’s
Donald Trump is set to be inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States on January 20, 2025, marking his return to the White House for a non-consecutive second term. The inauguration will take place on the western steps of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., coinciding with Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a federal holiday.
- January 19, 2025:
- Victory Rally: An indoor event featuring performances by Kid Rock and Billy Ray Cyrus, held in Washington, D.C.
- January 20, 2025:
- Swearing-In Ceremony (12:00 p.m. ET): Vice President-elect J.D. Vance will take the oath of office first, followed by President-elect Donald Trump. The oaths will be administered by Chief Justice John Roberts.
- Inaugural Address: President Trump will deliver his speech outlining the vision for his upcoming term.
- Signing Ceremony: Following the swearing-in, the President is scheduled to sign transitional documents in the President’s Room at the Capitol.
- Inaugural Luncheon: A traditional luncheon with congressional leaders and invited guests in the National Statuary Hall.
- Pass-in-Review: The President and Vice President will review military forces on the east steps of the Capitol.
- Procession and Parade (3:00 p.m. ET): A procession along Pennsylvania Avenue to the White House, followed by a parade featuring military and civilian units.
- Inaugural Balls: Various official and unofficial inaugural balls will be held across Washington, D.C., celebrating the new administration.
