The Ceremony
The 240,000 ticket holders will pass through security checkpoints to view the West Front of the Capitol, while hundreds of thousands more will pack the Mall and nearby areas to watch the ceremony on jumbotrons. Tickets and special security checks are not required for standing on the Mall, but the area is expected to be crowded early on Tuesday, well before the ceremony starts at 11:30 a.m.
The Parade
People wanting to view the parade are required to pass through metal detectors, and the list of prohibited items is long; among them are coolers, bottles, strollers and umbrellas. The checkpoints open at 7 a.m. and will close when the parade route cannot accommodate more spectators.
For a full list of banned items and other information: https://www.inauguration.dc.gov/index.asp
Inauguration Day is using Twitter: https://twitter.com/Inauguration_DC
The Swearing-In Ceremony
United States Capitol, West Front
11:30 AM
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Barack Obama and Joseph R. Biden Jr. are sworn in as the 44th President and Vice President of the United States. Inaugural Luncheon
United States Capitol
1:00 PM
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President Barack Obama, Vice President Joseph R. Biden Jr., and members of their families will attend an inaugural luncheon hosted by the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies.
Inaugural Parade
Pennsylvania Avenue
2:30 PM
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The majority of the parade route will be free and open to the public for standing room access. Viewing spots along the parade route are available on a first come, first serve basis. A limited number of bleacher seats were available for sale but have sold out.
Neighborhood Inaugural Ball
Walter E. Washington Convention Center – Hall D
7:00 PM
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Official Inaugural Ball
President Obama’s Home States Ball
Walter E. Washington Convention Center – Hall E
7:00 PM
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Official Inaugural Ball
Commander in Chief’s Ball
National Building Museum
7:00 PM
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[Here: nytimes]
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