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Pre-inaugural Events
On the evening of January 19,2013, President Obama and Jill Biden hosted the kids Inaugural : "Our Children. Our Future". These event took place in Washington Convention Center. Katy Perry, Usher and members of the cast of GLEE honored military families in concert. -
Saturday, January 19
National Day of Service. Americans across the country participated in service projects in their communities to celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. A Service Summit was held on the National Mall from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. -
6:00 pm
First lady Michelle Obama and Jill Biden, wife of Vice President Joe Biden, attend children's concert at the Washington Convention Center to celebrate military families. -
The Swearing-in Ceremony
The President and Vice President each participated in a small private swearing-in ceremony. Took place in the White House at 11:30 am. -
INAUGURATION DAY
•Obama gives the inaugural address.
•The National Anthem by The United States Navy Band "Sea Chanters."
•Biden Home States (Pennsylvania and Delaware) Inaugural Ball at the Washington Convention Center. -
57th Presidential Inaugural Ceremony
The President-elect and Vice President-elect take the oath of office on the steps of the U.S. Capitol building just before noon on Jan. 21.
· The Inaugural Parade
· The Inaugural Ball -
Inauguration National Prayer Service
At 10:30 a.m Washington National Cathedral, President Barack Obama and Vice President Joe Biden, along with dignitaries and Americans of diverse faith attended the service.