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Events Calendar
Information on Balls, Galas, the Inaugural Parade, and the Swearing In Ceremony.
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Children There are no childcare facilities provided to attendees. Due to increased security and space constraints, strollers are not permitted on the Capitol grounds. Direct questions regarding the admittance of items required for child care to the US Capitol Police at (202) 512-1226. The Swearing-in Ceremony is an outdoor event held on the West Front Lawn of the US Capitol. Inauguration day is typically cold - normally 37° F at noon - and occasionally wet. Extra consideration should be taken when planning to bring infants, young children, the elderly, or anyone with a weakened immune system. A vast majority of attendees will be in standing room sections and should be prepared to be on their feet for several hours. Arrival Time For the Swearing-In Ceremony, security checkpoints will open for ticketed guests at 8:00 am and the musical prelude begins at 10 am. The Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies advises arriving no later than 9:00 am to ensure that you are through the checkpoints by the time the program begins. Screening will end when the program begins at 11:30 am and late arrivals will not be able to enter the grounds. Ticket holders should walk or use Metro due to road closures and restricted access around the US Capitol. More information about security screening entry points, prohibited items, and other security matters will be forthcoming. ![]() Events Calendar ![]() Getting There ![]() Discover DC ![]() Official Inaugural Websites ![]() Fun Facts ![]() Public Safety ![]() Barack Obama Bio ![]() Joe Biden Bio ![]() Photo Gallery |