Trump team releases schedule of events for Inauguration weekend

The schedule includes three official inaugural balls, a rally, the presidential parade, and the official signing ceremony at the White House.

By Misty Severi

Published: January 13, 2025 4:02pm

President-elect Donald Trump's inaugural committee on Monday released its schedule of events for the four-day weekend, which will culminate in the swearing-in ceremony and a National Prayer Service at the Washington National Cathedral.

The schedule includes three official balls, a rally, the presidential parade, and the official signing ceremony at the White House.

“President Trump is dedicated to uniting the country through the strength, security, and opportunity of his America First agenda,” committee co-Chairs Steve Witkoff and Kelly Loeffler, said in a statement. “The 2025 inaugural celebrations will reflect President-elect Trump’s historic return to the White House and the American people’s decisive vote to Make America Great Again.”

The weekend festivities begin on Saturday, January 18, and include:

The President’s Reception and Fireworks

Cabinet Reception and Vice President’s Dinner

Sunday, January 19:

Wreath laying ceremony at the Arlington National Cemetery

Make America Great Again Victory Rally where the president-elect is scheduled to deliver remarks

Candlelight Dinner where Trump will also deliver remarks

Inauguration Day, January 20:

Church service at St. John's Episcopal church.

Tea at the White House

Swearing-in Ceremony on Capitol Hill

Formal farewell to President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris