Find all the events, times, and viewing links for the 2021 Presidential Inauguration.
The official inaugural events actually began earlier this week, beginning January 16, for President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris. But the pinnacle of the events is Inauguration Day. Today, Biden will be sworn into office as the 46th President, and Harris will make history as the first woman Vice President of the United States.
Here's the schedule for the 59th Presidential Inauguration (all times listed EST):
10:30 a.m.
Inaugural Ceremonies
President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris will be sworn into office. Lady Gaga and Jennifer Lopez are slated for performances during the ceremony.
10:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Our White House: An Inaugural Celebration for Young Americans
First-ever livestream of the inauguration geared for children. Hosted by Keke Palmer.
2:00 p.m.
Wreath Laying at Arlington National Cemetery
Both President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris will lay a wreath on the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
3:00 p.m.
Presidential Escort
President-elect Joe Biden will be escorted to the White House by a representative from every military branch.
A Parade Across America
Televised performances throughout the country. Livestream is available here.
8:30 p.m.
Celebrating America Primetime Special
Televised special with remarks from both President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris, as well as a Hollywood lineup that will include performances from the likes of Demi Lovato, Bruce Springstein, Justin Timberlake, and more. Hosted by Tom Hanks.
Events listed will be carried live by ABC, CBS, CNN, NBC, MSNBC, Fox News, and PBS. Streamed at BidenInaugural.org/watch; PIC social media channels, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, and Twitch; and Amazon Prime Video, Microsoft Bing, NewsNOW from Fox, and AT&T U-verse (Channel 212/1212 in SD/HD) and DIRECTV (Channel 201).
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