The presidential inauguration in Washington, DC is a major event that occurs every four years, with festivities lasting 10 days. The key event is the swearing-in of the president-elect and vice-president-elect, usually performed by the Chief Justice of the United States. The day also includes a formal luncheon, parade, and inaugural address. Tickets are required for specific events, and the day is celebrated with formal dinners and dances.
A presidential inauguration is a ceremony in Washington, DC during which an elected president is sworn in. Inauguration occurs every four years in the United States, on January 20 following a presidential election, and inaugurations also occur in crisis situations where the President dies in office, forcing the Vice President to assume office. The formal presidential inauguration is a major event in the United States, surrounded by no less than 10 days of festivities to celebrate the outgoing president and celebrate the new presidential administration. In the case of a president elected to a second term, the celebrations are usually just as boisterous.
The key event of the presidential inauguration is the swearing-in of the president-elect and vice-president-elect. By custom, the vice president-elect is sworn in first, followed by the president-elect, who is sworn in at noon with the following oath: “I solemnly swear that I will faithfully execute the office of President of the United States, and, to the best of my ability, preserve , protect and defend the Constitution of the United States”. Some Presidents have chosen to affirm rather than swear, and many add “and so I swear” or “so help me God” to the end of the oath.
Technically, anyone qualified to administer an oath of office can take the oath in a president, and at least one notary has performed the duty in a crisis. However, during formal inauguration ceremonies, the Chief Justice of the United States usually performs this duty.
Traditionally, the president and vice president are invited to a formal luncheon following the inauguration by Congress, and the president usually gives an inaugural address discussing plans for America’s future. There is also a ceremonial parade in which the new president is brought to the White House with an escort of members of the military, numerous bands, and a variety of other attendees.
All groundbreaking events are organized by the Joint Congressional Committee on Groundbreaking Ceremonies. People who want to attend specific events, including the presidential inauguration itself, need to secure tickets. Inauguration tickets are distributed to Senators and Representatives, with citizens requesting tickets directly from the local Senator or Representative.
In addition to the presidential inauguration, parade, and formal address, Inauguration Day is also usually celebrated with a series of formal dinners and dances, some of which are very exclusive. The garments worn by the First Lady or Gentleman of the United States are typically closely observed at these events, with many First Ladies choosing to use works by well-known designers for their inauguration gowns.
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