What time is Trump's inauguration? Schedule of events
Nearly a quarter million ticketed guests are expected to attend Donald Trump’s second inauguration on Monday, January 20, 2025, in the nation’s capital. The festivities begin over the weekend and continue until the Tuesday following Inauguration Day. Here are some key events on the schedule.
Trump Inauguration 2025: Here's who will and won't attend
The second inauguration of Donald Trump is expected to draw former presidents, tech billionaires, world leaders, and performers. Here are some notable attendees for the 60th Inaugural Ceremonies:
Coldest Inauguration Day in 40 years expected as polar vortex invades America
President-elect Donald Trump's second inauguration will mark the coldest presidential ceremony in more than 40 years.
Guide to 2025 Presidential Inauguration: Timing, parade & more
President-elect Donald Trump will be sworn into the White House on Inauguration Day for his second term on January 20, 2025.
An inauguration indoors? History shows it's not the first time
President-elect Donald Trump’s decision to take the oath of office in the Capitol Rotunda on Monday, when below-freezing temperatures are again expected, recalls the last time cold weather prompted a similar decision.
What time is Trump's rally in DC? Event details, how to watch
President-elect Donald Trump is set to hold a "Make America Great Again Victory Rally at Capital One Arena," on Sunday, January 19, according to a sign-up page on his inaugural website.
Inauguration Day 2025: Updated map of road closures, routes and timing
Washington, D.C. officials are preparing for the 60th Presidential Inauguration which will be held on Monday, Jan. 20.
Trump Inauguration 2025: What to know after event moved inside
Officials are scheduled to hold a press conference Saturday afternoon to provide updates to President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration on January 20.
Who is Susie Wiles? The first woman White House chief of staff
Susie Wiles, who was named Donald Trump’s new White House chief of staff, would become the first woman to ever hold the prominent role as the president's closest adviser and counsel.
People's March 2025: What to know about anti-Trump rally
What is the People’s March? The historic Women’s March of 2017 is back in Washington DC to protest Donald Trump’s inauguration, this time with a new name and brand.
The first inauguration broadcast happened 100 years ago
Trump's inauguration comes 100 years after Calvin Coolidge’s 1925 ceremony became the first to be broadcast nationally, via radio.
Trump's Inauguration Day viewing, parade moved to Capital One Arena
President-elect Trump confirms his second inauguration will be moved indoors due to the snow and cold temperatures.
Which bible will Trump use at his inauguration?
When President-elect Donald Trump takes the oath of office again on Jan. 20, he’ll do so with one hand on a bible.
Trump Inauguration Day moved indoors due to extreme cold
President-elect Donald Trump will take the oath of office indoors due to the freezing temperatures expected during his inaugural ceremonies.
How Jimmy Carter began this popular Inauguration Day tradition
President-elect Jimmy Carter hoped the move would convey his “confidence" in citizens.
Inauguration crowd sizes of the past, what to expect for Trump’s in 2025
Can Trump expect more attendees for his 2025 inauguration? And how did his 2017 crowd size compare with other recent presidents' inaugural attendance?
Inauguration Day weather: Arctic blast expected to freeze festivities in DC
A dangerous cold wave is set to grip the nation's capital just in time for Inauguration Day, prompting D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser to warn residents and visitors to prepare for potentially life-threatening weather conditions.
Trump, Vance ‘official’ portraits released: ‘They go hard’
The Trump-Vance campaign unveiled new portraits of the president-elect and vice president elect on Thursday, just days before their inaugurations.
Guide to Inauguration Balls, official and unofficial: Here's what you need to know
President-elect Trump will be sworn in as the 47th President of the United States on Monday, Jan. 20, and outgoing President Joe Biden.
Inauguration Day: Security tightens in DC one week before Trump takes office
A robust security plan is in place across the nation’s capital ahead of the presidential inauguration, which will take place amid extra tight security.