Inaugural Events (Jay Z @ Warner Theater)
Jay-Z to play D.C. concert Tickets go on sale this weekend
Baltimoresun.com staff1:45 PM EST, January 6, 2009 Jay-Z will celebrate Barack Obama's inauguration with a concert in D.C., according to a Live Nation press release.
The rapper is scheduled to perform at the Warner Theatre on Jan. 19, and he'll be accompanied by a live band.
Tickets go on sale Jan. 9 at 10 a.m., and are available at the Warner Theatre box office, Ticketmaster or LiveNation.com. VIP tickets are also available.
The Warner Theatre is located on 13th Street, between E and F streets.
Chuck Brown has been nabbed for the Metropolitan Police Boys and Girls Clubs' Inaugural Ball at The Old Post Office Pavilion (1100 Pennsylvania Avenue NW) on Jan. 20. For $150, the party only goes until midnight yet includes drinks and hors d'oeuvres. Click here for more info!
Also, BET recently announced the honorees for the second annual BET Honors on Saturday, Jan. 17 (Read a recap of the first annual BET Honors here!) and will conclude the festivities with an with Inaugural Ball on Tuesday, Jan. 20. Honorees include Mary J. Blige, Tyler Perry, Judith Jamison (omg, my idol!), Earvin “Magic” Johnson, B. Smith for her success as an entrepreneur and Congressman James E. Clyburn for his public service. Read more here...
FRI JAN 16TH - Bowling With Ne-Yo @ Howard University
Join Ne-Yo & The Compound Foundation as they Bowl For Change kicking off the Inaugural Celebration, Friday January 16th, 2009 3pm-7pm @ a private location.MON JAN 19TH -- JAY-Z & FRIENDS, WARNER THEATRE
MON JAN 19TH -- JAY-Z & FRIENDS, WARNER THEATRE
Join WPGC for Jay-Z "Live in Concert" on the Eve of Change!
An Evening With JAY-Z
Warner Theatre
Monday, January 19 | 8pm
Tickets on sale this Friday, January 9 at 10am.
Limited number of VIP tickets to pre-show reception will be available for purchase.
MON JAN 19TH -- HIP HOP SUMMIT PARTY
Hip-Hop Summit Action Network presents the Hip-Hop Inaugural on January 19th. Join Russell Simmons, LL Cool J, Young Jeezy, TI and others to celebrate the Inauguration of Obama and the hip-hop communities record voter turn-out.
For tickets and more information log onto hiphopinaugural.org.
This event is brought to you by Presenting Partner Heineken USA, Myspace Hip-Hop and WPGC.
JAN 20TH -- 51ST STATE INAUGURAL RECEPTION
Join WPGC for the 51st State Inaugural Reception featuring live performances from Rare Essence, Sugar Bear and E.U., Trouble Funk & more!
This event is brought to you by WPGC and The Young Democrats in conjunction with The Council of The District of Columbia!
Tuesday, Jan 20th 10pm-2am
John A Wilson Building
1350 Pennsylvania Ave NW FRI JAN 16TH - JAY Z'S INAUGURAL GALA PARTY @ LOVE
JOIN WPGC ON FRIDAY, JANUARY 16TH FOR JAY Z'S INAUGURAL GALA PARTY AT LOVE!
1350 OKIE STREET NE…DRESS TO IMPRESS!!!....
MORE INFO: lovetheclub.com SAT JAN 17TH - DIDDY'S INAUGURAL GALA @ LOVE
JOIN WPGC ON SATURDAY, JANUARY 17TH FOR DIDDY'S INAUGURAL GALA PARTY AT LOVE!
1350 OKIE STREET NE…DRESS TO IMPRESS!!!....
MORE INFO: lovetheclub.com
MARC train tickets 90% sold for Inauguration Day
January 6, 2009 About 90 percent of the reserved-seat tickets for Inauguration Day MARC trains between Baltimore and Washington have been sold, and the the rest are expected to sell out by the end of the week, Maryland Transit Administration officials say. Tickets: www.commuterdirect.com.
Obama's train to stop here on way to inaugural
By Liz F. Kay | liz.kay@baltsun.com December 16, 2008 President-elect Barack Obama will follow in the tracks of many other presidents when he travels by rail to his inauguration in Washington and stops in Philadelphia, Wilmington and Baltimore along the way. more...
Official Inaugural Balls
Ten official balls, planned by the Presidential Inaugural Committee, will be held on the night of January 20, 2009 and are the only ones that the Obamas and Bidens are guaranteed to attend. More details about tickets will be announced soon.
(In order by date)
Pre-Inaugural and Inaugural Ball Cruises
Jan. 16, 17 and 20, 2009. The Spirit of Washington and Odyssey III invite the public to celebrate with friends and family on special inaugural themed cruises. Only the Inauguration Ball Cruise (on Jan. 20) will be black tie, but all five cruises will feature patriot-themed décor, live music and dining. Tickets: $68-101.
A Historical Affair
Jan. 16, 2009. United States Chamber of Congress, 1615 H St., NW. Sponsored by the National Congress of Black Women. Tickets: $135 Dessert Reception, $285 Dinner.
Audacity of Hope Ball
Jan. 17, 2009. Fairmont Washington Hotel, 2401 M St. NW. Proceeds benefit Returning Wounded Soldiers from Iraq and their Families. Tickets: $350. Call (702) 893-0401 or email rodgaines@rodgainesevents.com
A Celebration of Change Inaugural Ball
Jan. 17, 2009. Hyatt Regency, 400 New Jersey Ave. Sponsored by The Babyboomer Professionals. Event is open to all professionals, their families and friends. Tickets: $175.
Inaugural Ball – “The Dream Realized”
Jan. 17, 2009. Camelot by Martins, 13905 Central Ave. Upper Marlboro, MD. Formal dinner gala, Live entertainment, special guest soloist, video tribute and more. Hosted by volunteers from the Obama For America organization. Tickets: $75
Green Inaugural Ball
Jan. 17, 2009. Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium, 1301 Constitution Ave. NW. DC’s most environmentally-friendly pre-Inaugural celebration. Headline performance by Wyclef Jean. Organic food and drink, LED lighting, entertainment audio-visual production will be tailored to minimize environmental impact. Tickets: $500.
H.O.P.E. (Honoring Our President-Elect) Inaugural Youth Ball
Jan. 17, 2009. Trinity University, 125 Michigan Ave. NE. The event will give youth the opportunity to share in the inaugural festivities. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to National Network for Youth. Tickets: $75 first 200 sold - $100 thereafter.
Spirit of Asia in America: Presidential Inaugural Reception
Jan 17, 2009. The St. Regis, Astor Ballroom, 16th & K Sts. NW. The Asia Society invites the public to celebrate the democratic process and the contributions of Asian Americans to this historic Presidential election. Tickets: Members $100 per person, $175 per couple. Non-members $150 per person, $275 per couple.
California State Society Inaugural Fashion Show & Lunch
Jan. 18, 2009, 11:30 a.m. Ritz-Carlton Hotel, 1150 22nd St. NW.
California Bash - California Democratic Party Inaugural Ball
Jan. 18, 2009. Smithsonian Air and Space Museum, National Mall. Tickets: $150.
Children's Inaugural Ball
Jan. 18, 2009 - FREE Daytime Event. Historical Society of Washington, DC, 801 K Street, NW. Free tickets are required. Sponsored by Every Child Matters Education Fund. Live music, arts and crafts, interactive exhibits, play areas, and a story-time stage. - WAITING LIST.
Disability Power and Pride Inaugural Ball
Jan. 18, 2009. National Press Club, 529 14th St. NW, 13th Floor. Sponsored by the American Association of People with Disabilities. Tickets: $100.
"Dreams from My Father" American Scholars Inaugural Ball
Jan. 18, 2009. Four Seasons Hotel, 2800 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. The black-tie event will bring together notable businesspersons, political figures and entertainers for an intergenerational celebration. Tickets: $350-$550. Contact Francesca Louis at francesca@americanscholarsball.org
Foreign Diplomats Inaugural Ball
Jan. 18, 2009. The James Monroe Mansion, 2017 I St., NW. Sponsored by Embassies of the Federal Republic of Ethiopia and the Republic of Ghana. Tickets: $350.
The 2009 Hope Won Inaugural Gala
Jan. 18, 2009. Westin Annapolis, 100 Westgate Circle, Annapolis, MD. Sponsored by Therapeutic Wellness LLC to benefit the Diane Freeman Foundation. Black tie, four course dinner, live music, silent auction. Tickets: $150.
Junior State of America Inaugural Event
Jan. 18, 2009. Hotel Monaco, 700 F Street NW. Hosted by the Junior State of America and The Junior Statesmen Foundation. Tickets: $75, or sponsorship levels available. Contact alumni@jsa.org.
Lincoln 2.0 Inaugural Ball
Jan. 18, 2009. Smithsonian American Art Museum, 8th and F Sts. NW. Sponsored by Destination DC. Celebrate the Obama inauguration in the landmark building where Lincoln celebrated his own inauguration in 1865. Proceeds benefit The American Art Museum and The American Experience Foundation, a charity that develops national programs to educate the public about the arts, culture, American democracy and unique heritage of Washington, DC. Black tie, Victorian attire welcome. Tickets: $375.
Metropolitan Gala on the Georgetown Waterfront
Jan. 18, 2009. 3050 K St., NW. Event located at 3 restaurants along the Potomac River: Tony & Joe's, Cabanas and Nick's Riverside Grill. Heated tents will connect the venues as well provide comfortable access along the river walkway. Portions of the ticket proceeds will be donated to Behind the Bench, The NBA Wive's Association, a charitable organization as well as Peoples Involvement Corporation, a non-profit organization that provides job training and affordable housing to residents of DC. Tickets: $350.
National Association of Manufacturers Gala Celebration
Jan. 18, 2009. Ronald Reagan International Trade Center, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Tickets: $200.
2009 Green Inaugural Ball (Hosted by Al Gore)
Jan. 19, 2009. National Portrait Gallery. SOLD OUT.
American Indian Inaugural Ball
Jan. 19, 20 and 21, 2009. Hyatt Regency Crystal City, 2799 Jefferson Davis Highway, Arlington, VA. Three events celebrate Native American leaders, organizations, artists and musicians. Tickets: $110-150.
Arkansas State Society Ball
Jan. 19, 2009. National Press Club, 529 14th St. NW. Tickets: $125.
Dream Makers Inaugural Ball
Jan. 19, 2009. Bobby Vans Grill, 1201 New York Ave. Proceeds will benefit John Lewis Scholarship Fund, National Action Network and Rainbow Push Coalition. Tickets: $250.
Georgia State Society of Washington, DC
Jan. 19, 2009. Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, 10th and Constitution Avenue NW. Tickets: $200.
HBCU Inaugural Gala Ball
Jan. 19, 2009. Sequoia at Washington Harbour, 3000 K St. NW. Sponsored by Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Tickets: $300.
Historical Inaugural Ball
Jan. 19, 2009. Historical Society of Washington, 801 K St. NW. The ball celebrates the inauguration of Barack Obama and the birthday of Martin Luther King Jr. Tickets: $200 (301) 661-1617.
History in the Making, “A Dream & A Change” Inaugural Ball
Jan. 19, 2009. Sheraton Crystal City Hotel, 1800 Jefferson Davis Hwy, Arlington, VA. Sponsored by The Babyboomer Professionals. Gala theme is "On the shoulders of heroes". Celebrating the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and the victory of president-elect Barack Obama. Event is open to all. Tickets: must be purchased before December 15th, $199.
Illinois State Society of Inaugural Gala
Jan. 19, 2009. Renaissance Washington Hotel, 999 9th St. NW. - SOLD OUT
Indiana Society Inaugural Gala
Jan. 19, 2009. Omni-Shoreham Hotel, 2500 Calvert St. NW. Tickets: $295 before Dec. 19, $350 after.
Kentucky Society Bluegrass Ball
Jan. 19, 2009. Marriott Wardman Park Hotel, 2660 Woodley Roads NW. Tickets: $178.50.
Nebraska Society Inaugural Brunch
Jan. 19, 2009. The Columbus Club, Union Station, 50 Massachusetts Avenue, NE. Tickets: $45.
New Mexico State Society Inaugural Ball
Jan. 19, 2009. Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian, 4th St. and Independence Ave. SW.
North Carolina State Society Ball
Jan. 19, 2009. Marriott Wardman Park Hotel – SOLD OUT
South Carolina State Society Inaugural Gala
Jan. 19, 2009. Smithsonian Air and Space Museum, Independence Ave. at 7th St. SW. SOLD OUT
Texas State Society Black Tie and Boots Inaugural Ball
Jan. 19, 2009. Gaylord National Resort, National Harbor, MD. Tickets: $200.
Virginia's Inaugural Black Tie and Blue Dominion Ball
Jan. 19, 2009. Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center, 14390 Air & Space Museum Pkwy. Chantilly, VA Tickets: $250 per person/ $400 per couple.
Africa Aspire Inauguration Night - A Celebration of Change for the World
Jan. 20, 2009. Smithsonian Museum of African Art, 950 Independence Ave. NW. The celebration will include African cuisine, music and cultural presentations. Black Tie or traditional attire. Tickets: $500.
All American Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. Westin Washington, 1400 M St. NW. Tickets: $250.
American Music Inaugural Balls
Jan. 20, 2009. Marriott Wardman Park, 2660 Woodley Rd. NW. Hosted by Dionne Warwick. Two events featuring a variety of entertainment legends and music icons. Tickets: $350-450.
State Society of Arizona Inaugural Gala
Jan. 20, 2009, Historical Society of Washington DC, 801 K St. NW Tickets: $175 per person / $300 per couple.
Baltimore Washington Black McDonald's Operators Association's Inaugural Ball
Jan. 20, 2009, The City Club at Franklin Square, 1300 I St. NW. To benefit Develop Young Minds, an organization that provides financial support to children with limited resources. Tickets: $200.
Be the Change Inaugural Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center. Sponsored by MTV and ServiceNation, the event will feature celebrities and will be televised live on MTV
Bytes & Books Inaugural Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. Folger Shakespeare Library, 201 East Capitol Street, SE. Sponsored by The National Coalition for Technology in Education and Training
Calvert County Inauguration Gala
Jan. 20, 2009. Calvert County Fairgrounds Banquet Hall, Route 4, exit Route 231, Barstow, Maryland. Sponsored by the Calvert County Democratic Club. Attire is semi-formal. Tickets: $40. Call 410-414-3660 or email Calvertdems@gmail.com.
Change Has Come Inaugural Gala
Jan. 20, 2009. Hilton Washington Embassy Row, 2015 Massachusetts Ave, NW. Sponsored by The Babyboomer Professionals. Tickets: $150 Must be purchased by December 15.
Concerned Black Men and Delta Sigma Theta Inaugural Gala
Jan. 20, 2009. Bobby Vans, 1201 New York Ave., NW. Proceeds will support Concerned Black Men youth projects (tutoring, mentoring, health education) and scholarship and service programs sponsored by Delta Sigma Theta Sorority. Tickets: $175, After Jan. 9 $200.
Corcoran Gallery of Art
Jan. 20, 2009. 500 Seventeenth Street NW. Hosted by LINK AMERICAS Foundation, The Alliance for Public Technology, The Children's Partnership, Education Development Center and the George Lucas Educational Foundation - Edutopia. Tickets: $1000.
Creative Coalition Inaugural Ball
Jan. 20, 2009, Harman Center for the Arts. SOLD OUT
Florida State Society Inaugural Celebration
Jan. 20, 2009, National Museum of the American Indian, Independence Ave. between 3rd and 4th Sts. Proceeds will benefit all the American Red Cross Chapters throughout the State of Florida. Tickets: $200. (703) 905-9838 or email FL_Inaugural@hayespr.com.
George Washington University Inaugural Ball
Jan. 20, 2009, Omni Shoreham Hotel - SOLD OUT
Hawaii State Society Inaugural Ball
Jan. 20, 2009 Mandarin Oriental Hotel – SOLD OUT
Health for All Blue Diamond Ball
January 20, 2008. National Museum of Natural History, Constitution Ave. NW between 10th and 12th Sts. Jackson Browne and Graham Nash performances. The Health for All Blue Diamond Ball supports Obama's vision of change and will secure a prominent place for health on the presidential and legislative agenda by gathering powerful constituencies that passionately believe that health care is a human right. $500 General Admission. $1,000 VIP Admission.
The Hill Ball
Jan. 20, 2009, Atlas Performing Arts Center, 1333 H Street NE. Co-sponsored by the Capitol Hill Community Foundation and the Atlas Performing Arts Center. Swing dancing with an 11 piece band. Tickets: $85.
Human Rights Campaign Equity Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. Mayflower Hotel, 1127 Connecticut Ave. NW. Live entertainment and appearances by Cyndi Lauper, Melissa Etheridge, Rufus Wainwright, Thelma Houston and others. Tickets: $375.
Inaugural Gala - A Formal Affair for Change
Jan. 20, 2009. The Ritz-Carlton, Tyson’s Corner, 1700 Tysons Boulevard McLean, VA. Gala features a cocktail reception, 3 course seated supper, live entertainment, insightful political discussion, and dancing until dawn. Tickets: $385. Attire: White Tie.
Inaugural DC Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. Old Post Office Pavilion, 1110 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Event to benefit Metropolitan Police Boys & Girls Clubs. Entertainment features Washington DC's legendary Godfather of Go-Go Chuck Brown, DJ, dancing, and more. Tickets: $150-250.
Inaugural DC Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. Old Post Office Pavilion, 1100 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Performances by Washington DC's legendary Godfather of Go-Go Chuck Brown. This event benefits the Metropolitan Police Boys & Girls Clubhouses. Tickets: $150.
Inaugural Peace Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. Smithsonian National Postal Museum, 2 Massachusetts Ave. NE (next to Union Station) Sponsored by Busyboy and Poets and the National Postal Museum. Confirmed speakers and performers include Historian Howard Zinn, Comedian Dick Gregory, Mayor Adrian Fenty, Amy Goodman of Democracy Now, Katrina Vanden Heuvel of The Nation Magazine, Laura Flanders, Barbara Ehrenreich, Anthony Arnove, and many more. Tickets: $165
Inaugural Watch Party Jazz Brunch
Jan. 20, 2009. The Republic, 1355 U St. NW. Watch the inaugural festivities indoors at this gala event. Tickets: $75.
Masonic Inaugural Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. Stars Bistro, 2120 P St. NW. Proceeds from this event will be donated to the Masonic Foundation of the District of Columbia. Tickets: $65.
New York State Society Pre-Inaugural Parade Brunch
Jan. 20, 2009. Willard Intercontinental Hotel, 1401 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Tickets: $100-175.
Pennsylvania Society Inaugural Gala
Jan. 20, 2009. Ritz Carlton, 1150 22nd St. NW. - SOLD OUT
The President's Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. Sponsored by the Maryland Inaugural Special Committee. The Washington Times Building, Arbor Ballroom and Conference Center, 3600 New York Ave. NE. Tickets: Before 12/31/08 - $200, After - $250 VIP Tickets: $300 (410) 521-7001. info@presidentsball.com
The Servant Forge Humanitarian Inaugural Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. The Torpedo Factory Art Center, 105 Union St., Alexandria, VA. The ball will benefit the Alexandria Mentoring Project and Youth Development and Employment Initiative, an art-based program serving pre-teen girls in Nairobi, Kenya. Tickets: $150.
Soccer Moms for Obama Inaugural Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. Chevy Chase Women’s Club, 7931 Connecticut Avenue, Chevy Chase, MD. Tickets: $60. Contact Ruth Brannon at rmbrannon@aol.com.
Unity in Service Inaugural Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. Top of the ART Great Room/Starlit Terrace and WSV Art Gallery, 1100 16th Street, NW. The unofficial ball gives recognition to the men and women of our military with selected Service members serving as honorary co-hosts and a portion of each ticket benefits military families in need through the Armed Forces Relief Fund. Tickets: $90-175.
We the People Inauguration Gala Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. Hyatt Regency Washington, 400 New Jersey Ave. NW. The ball is an initiative by a group of volunteers who worked as part of the "grass roots movement" supporting Senator Barack Obama's campaign. Tickets: $295.
Jay-Z to play D.C. concert Tickets go on sale this weekend
Baltimoresun.com staff1:45 PM EST, January 6, 2009 Jay-Z will celebrate Barack Obama's inauguration with a concert in D.C., according to a Live Nation press release.
The rapper is scheduled to perform at the Warner Theatre on Jan. 19, and he'll be accompanied by a live band.
Tickets go on sale Jan. 9 at 10 a.m., and are available at the Warner Theatre box office, Ticketmaster or LiveNation.com. VIP tickets are also available.
The Warner Theatre is located on 13th Street, between E and F streets.
Chuck Brown has been nabbed for the Metropolitan Police Boys and Girls Clubs' Inaugural Ball at The Old Post Office Pavilion (1100 Pennsylvania Avenue NW) on Jan. 20. For $150, the party only goes until midnight yet includes drinks and hors d'oeuvres. Click here for more info!
Also, BET recently announced the honorees for the second annual BET Honors on Saturday, Jan. 17 (Read a recap of the first annual BET Honors here!) and will conclude the festivities with an with Inaugural Ball on Tuesday, Jan. 20. Honorees include Mary J. Blige, Tyler Perry, Judith Jamison (omg, my idol!), Earvin “Magic” Johnson, B. Smith for her success as an entrepreneur and Congressman James E. Clyburn for his public service. Read more here...
FRI JAN 16TH - Bowling With Ne-Yo @ Howard University
Join Ne-Yo & The Compound Foundation as they Bowl For Change kicking off the Inaugural Celebration, Friday January 16th, 2009 3pm-7pm @ a private location.MON JAN 19TH -- JAY-Z & FRIENDS, WARNER THEATRE MON JAN 19TH -- JAY-Z & FRIENDS, WARNER THEATRE
Join WPGC for Jay-Z "Live in Concert" on the Eve of Change!An Evening With JAY-Z
Warner Theatre
Monday, January 19 | 8pm
Tickets on sale this Friday, January 9 at 10am.
Limited number of VIP tickets to pre-show reception will be available for purchase.
MON JAN 19TH -- HIP HOP SUMMIT PARTY
Hip-Hop Summit Action Network presents the Hip-Hop Inaugural on January 19th. Join Russell Simmons, LL Cool J, Young Jeezy, TI and others to celebrate the Inauguration of Obama and the hip-hop communities record voter turn-out.For tickets and more information log onto hiphopinaugural.org.
This event is brought to you by Presenting Partner Heineken USA, Myspace Hip-Hop and WPGC.
JAN 20TH -- 51ST STATE INAUGURAL RECEPTION
Join WPGC for the 51st State Inaugural Reception featuring live performances from Rare Essence, Sugar Bear and E.U., Trouble Funk & more!This event is brought to you by WPGC and The Young Democrats in conjunction with The Council of The District of Columbia!
Tuesday, Jan 20th 10pm-2am
John A Wilson Building
1350 Pennsylvania Ave NW FRI JAN 16TH - JAY Z'S INAUGURAL GALA PARTY @ LOVE
1350 OKIE STREET NE…DRESS TO IMPRESS!!!....
MORE INFO: lovetheclub.com SAT JAN 17TH - DIDDY'S INAUGURAL GALA @ LOVE
1350 OKIE STREET NE…DRESS TO IMPRESS!!!....
MORE INFO: lovetheclub.com
MARC train tickets 90% sold for Inauguration Day
January 6, 2009 About 90 percent of the reserved-seat tickets for Inauguration Day MARC trains between Baltimore and Washington have been sold, and the the rest are expected to sell out by the end of the week, Maryland Transit Administration officials say. Tickets: www.commuterdirect.com.
Obama's train to stop here on way to inaugural
By Liz F. Kay | liz.kay@baltsun.com December 16, 2008 President-elect Barack Obama will follow in the tracks of many other presidents when he travels by rail to his inauguration in Washington and stops in Philadelphia, Wilmington and Baltimore along the way. more...
- - January 19, 2009 | Black Cat
- The Big Shoulders Inauguration Ball - January 20, 2009 | Hippodrome Theatre at the France-Merrick Performing Arts Center
- Baltimore's Inauguration Gala Commemorate the historic election with live performances and networking opportunities.
- January 19, 2009 | Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center - Black Tie & Boots Inaugural Ball The Texas State Society of D.C. celebrates inauguration weekend with a ball, as well as a Texas-style fair and trade show. Tickets: $200 For more info.: 301-809-8989
- January 18, 2009 | National Museum of Dentistry - Inauguration Madness See George Washington's dentures and go on a dentistry-related scavenger hunt. Event runs 1-4 p.m. Admission is $1.
- January 20, 2009 | Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African American History & Culture - Inauguration Day Program Watch a live broadcast of Obama's inauguration, and browse the museum's exhibits to learn about the contributions of African American Marylanders. Admission: $8, students with ID: free
- January 20, 2009 | Enoch Pratt Free Library - And the New President Is ... Kids can get in on the inauguration celebrations at this event, which features stories, music, crafts and more. Event starts at 3:30 p.m.
- January 20, 2009 | Enoch Pratt Free Library - Inauguration viewing Can't make it to D.C.? Watch the inauguration at Enoch Pratt's Waverly Branch.
- January 16, 2009 | Breathe Books - Pre-Inauguration Celebration Concert This pre-inauguration event features acoustic performances by The Swing States Road Show, Barefoot Leroy and more. Hours: 7-10 p.m. Tickets: $10, kids younger than 14 free.
Official Inaugural Balls
Ten official balls, planned by the Presidential Inaugural Committee, will be held on the night of January 20, 2009 and are the only ones that the Obamas and Bidens are guaranteed to attend. More details about tickets will be announced soon.
- Neighborhood Inaugural Ball - Washington Convention Center, 801 Mount Vernon Place, NW. In keeping with his commitment to make this inaugural celebration open and accessible to all Americans, President-elect Barack Obama will host the first-ever “Neighborhood Inaugural Ball” with tickets available free or at an affordable price. It is the first official inaugural ball of its kind to be held during a presidential inauguration. Read more
- Commander-in-Chief's Inaugural Ball - National Building Museum, 401 F St. NW. The ball is in honor of the country's active duty and reserve military. Invited guests will include wounded warriors (Purple Heart recipients), families of fallen heroes, and spouses of deployed military. Tickets will be provided free of charge to all invited guests. This event is not open to the general public.
- Youth Inaugural Ball - For Ages 18-35 - Washington Hilton, 1919 Connecticut Ave. NW. This ball will celebrate the inauguration and the role young Americans can play to serve their communities. Tickets $75.
- Obama Home States Inaugural Ball - Washington Convention Center, 801 Mount Vernon Place, NW. Illinois and Hawaii invited guests. Tickets: $150.
- Biden Home States Inaugural Ball - Washington Convention Center, 801 Mount Vernon Place, NW. Delaware and Pennsylvania invited guests. Tickets: $150.
- Eastern Inaugural Ball - Union Station, 40 Massachusetts Ave NE. CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT, PR, and USVI invited guests. Tickets: $150.
- Mid-Atlantic Inaugural Ball - Washington Convention Center, 801 Mount Vernon Place, NW. MD, VA, DC, NY, NJ, and WV invited guests. Tickets: $150.
- Midwest Inaugural Ball - Washington Convention Center, 801 Mount Vernon Place, NW. KS, IN, IA, MI, MN, ND, NE, OH, SD, WI, and MO invited guests. Tickets: $150.
- Southern Inaugural Ball - National Guard Armory, 2001 East Capitol St. SE. AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, and TX invited guests. Tickets: $150.
- Western Inaugural Ball - Washington Convention Center, 801 Mount Vernon Place, NW. AK, CA, ID, MT, OR, WA, WY, AZ, CO, NV, NM, UT, OK, GUAM/AS and invited guests. Tickets: $150.
(In order by date)
Pre-Inaugural and Inaugural Ball Cruises
Jan. 16, 17 and 20, 2009. The Spirit of Washington and Odyssey III invite the public to celebrate with friends and family on special inaugural themed cruises. Only the Inauguration Ball Cruise (on Jan. 20) will be black tie, but all five cruises will feature patriot-themed décor, live music and dining. Tickets: $68-101.
A Historical Affair
Jan. 16, 2009. United States Chamber of Congress, 1615 H St., NW. Sponsored by the National Congress of Black Women. Tickets: $135 Dessert Reception, $285 Dinner.
Audacity of Hope Ball
Jan. 17, 2009. Fairmont Washington Hotel, 2401 M St. NW. Proceeds benefit Returning Wounded Soldiers from Iraq and their Families. Tickets: $350. Call (702) 893-0401 or email rodgaines@rodgainesevents.com
A Celebration of Change Inaugural Ball
Jan. 17, 2009. Hyatt Regency, 400 New Jersey Ave. Sponsored by The Babyboomer Professionals. Event is open to all professionals, their families and friends. Tickets: $175.
Inaugural Ball – “The Dream Realized”
Jan. 17, 2009. Camelot by Martins, 13905 Central Ave. Upper Marlboro, MD. Formal dinner gala, Live entertainment, special guest soloist, video tribute and more. Hosted by volunteers from the Obama For America organization. Tickets: $75
Green Inaugural Ball
Jan. 17, 2009. Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium, 1301 Constitution Ave. NW. DC’s most environmentally-friendly pre-Inaugural celebration. Headline performance by Wyclef Jean. Organic food and drink, LED lighting, entertainment audio-visual production will be tailored to minimize environmental impact. Tickets: $500.
H.O.P.E. (Honoring Our President-Elect) Inaugural Youth Ball
Jan. 17, 2009. Trinity University, 125 Michigan Ave. NE. The event will give youth the opportunity to share in the inaugural festivities. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to National Network for Youth. Tickets: $75 first 200 sold - $100 thereafter.
Spirit of Asia in America: Presidential Inaugural Reception
Jan 17, 2009. The St. Regis, Astor Ballroom, 16th & K Sts. NW. The Asia Society invites the public to celebrate the democratic process and the contributions of Asian Americans to this historic Presidential election. Tickets: Members $100 per person, $175 per couple. Non-members $150 per person, $275 per couple.
California State Society Inaugural Fashion Show & Lunch
Jan. 18, 2009, 11:30 a.m. Ritz-Carlton Hotel, 1150 22nd St. NW.
California Bash - California Democratic Party Inaugural Ball
Jan. 18, 2009. Smithsonian Air and Space Museum, National Mall. Tickets: $150.
Children's Inaugural Ball
Jan. 18, 2009 - FREE Daytime Event. Historical Society of Washington, DC, 801 K Street, NW. Free tickets are required. Sponsored by Every Child Matters Education Fund. Live music, arts and crafts, interactive exhibits, play areas, and a story-time stage. - WAITING LIST.
Disability Power and Pride Inaugural Ball
Jan. 18, 2009. National Press Club, 529 14th St. NW, 13th Floor. Sponsored by the American Association of People with Disabilities. Tickets: $100.
"Dreams from My Father" American Scholars Inaugural Ball
Jan. 18, 2009. Four Seasons Hotel, 2800 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. The black-tie event will bring together notable businesspersons, political figures and entertainers for an intergenerational celebration. Tickets: $350-$550. Contact Francesca Louis at francesca@americanscholarsball.org
Foreign Diplomats Inaugural Ball
Jan. 18, 2009. The James Monroe Mansion, 2017 I St., NW. Sponsored by Embassies of the Federal Republic of Ethiopia and the Republic of Ghana. Tickets: $350.
The 2009 Hope Won Inaugural Gala
Jan. 18, 2009. Westin Annapolis, 100 Westgate Circle, Annapolis, MD. Sponsored by Therapeutic Wellness LLC to benefit the Diane Freeman Foundation. Black tie, four course dinner, live music, silent auction. Tickets: $150.
Junior State of America Inaugural Event
Jan. 18, 2009. Hotel Monaco, 700 F Street NW. Hosted by the Junior State of America and The Junior Statesmen Foundation. Tickets: $75, or sponsorship levels available. Contact alumni@jsa.org.
Lincoln 2.0 Inaugural Ball
Jan. 18, 2009. Smithsonian American Art Museum, 8th and F Sts. NW. Sponsored by Destination DC. Celebrate the Obama inauguration in the landmark building where Lincoln celebrated his own inauguration in 1865. Proceeds benefit The American Art Museum and The American Experience Foundation, a charity that develops national programs to educate the public about the arts, culture, American democracy and unique heritage of Washington, DC. Black tie, Victorian attire welcome. Tickets: $375.
Metropolitan Gala on the Georgetown Waterfront
Jan. 18, 2009. 3050 K St., NW. Event located at 3 restaurants along the Potomac River: Tony & Joe's, Cabanas and Nick's Riverside Grill. Heated tents will connect the venues as well provide comfortable access along the river walkway. Portions of the ticket proceeds will be donated to Behind the Bench, The NBA Wive's Association, a charitable organization as well as Peoples Involvement Corporation, a non-profit organization that provides job training and affordable housing to residents of DC. Tickets: $350.
National Association of Manufacturers Gala Celebration
Jan. 18, 2009. Ronald Reagan International Trade Center, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Tickets: $200.
2009 Green Inaugural Ball (Hosted by Al Gore)
Jan. 19, 2009. National Portrait Gallery. SOLD OUT.
American Indian Inaugural Ball
Jan. 19, 20 and 21, 2009. Hyatt Regency Crystal City, 2799 Jefferson Davis Highway, Arlington, VA. Three events celebrate Native American leaders, organizations, artists and musicians. Tickets: $110-150.
Arkansas State Society Ball
Jan. 19, 2009. National Press Club, 529 14th St. NW. Tickets: $125.
Dream Makers Inaugural Ball
Jan. 19, 2009. Bobby Vans Grill, 1201 New York Ave. Proceeds will benefit John Lewis Scholarship Fund, National Action Network and Rainbow Push Coalition. Tickets: $250.
Georgia State Society of Washington, DC
Jan. 19, 2009. Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, 10th and Constitution Avenue NW. Tickets: $200.
HBCU Inaugural Gala Ball
Jan. 19, 2009. Sequoia at Washington Harbour, 3000 K St. NW. Sponsored by Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Tickets: $300.
Historical Inaugural Ball
Jan. 19, 2009. Historical Society of Washington, 801 K St. NW. The ball celebrates the inauguration of Barack Obama and the birthday of Martin Luther King Jr. Tickets: $200 (301) 661-1617.
History in the Making, “A Dream & A Change” Inaugural Ball
Jan. 19, 2009. Sheraton Crystal City Hotel, 1800 Jefferson Davis Hwy, Arlington, VA. Sponsored by The Babyboomer Professionals. Gala theme is "On the shoulders of heroes". Celebrating the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and the victory of president-elect Barack Obama. Event is open to all. Tickets: must be purchased before December 15th, $199.
Illinois State Society of Inaugural Gala
Jan. 19, 2009. Renaissance Washington Hotel, 999 9th St. NW. - SOLD OUT
Indiana Society Inaugural Gala
Jan. 19, 2009. Omni-Shoreham Hotel, 2500 Calvert St. NW. Tickets: $295 before Dec. 19, $350 after.
Kentucky Society Bluegrass Ball
Jan. 19, 2009. Marriott Wardman Park Hotel, 2660 Woodley Roads NW. Tickets: $178.50.
Nebraska Society Inaugural Brunch
Jan. 19, 2009. The Columbus Club, Union Station, 50 Massachusetts Avenue, NE. Tickets: $45.
New Mexico State Society Inaugural Ball
Jan. 19, 2009. Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian, 4th St. and Independence Ave. SW.
North Carolina State Society Ball
Jan. 19, 2009. Marriott Wardman Park Hotel – SOLD OUT
South Carolina State Society Inaugural Gala
Jan. 19, 2009. Smithsonian Air and Space Museum, Independence Ave. at 7th St. SW. SOLD OUT
Texas State Society Black Tie and Boots Inaugural Ball
Jan. 19, 2009. Gaylord National Resort, National Harbor, MD. Tickets: $200.
Virginia's Inaugural Black Tie and Blue Dominion Ball
Jan. 19, 2009. Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center, 14390 Air & Space Museum Pkwy. Chantilly, VA Tickets: $250 per person/ $400 per couple.
Africa Aspire Inauguration Night - A Celebration of Change for the World
Jan. 20, 2009. Smithsonian Museum of African Art, 950 Independence Ave. NW. The celebration will include African cuisine, music and cultural presentations. Black Tie or traditional attire. Tickets: $500.
All American Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. Westin Washington, 1400 M St. NW. Tickets: $250.
American Music Inaugural Balls
Jan. 20, 2009. Marriott Wardman Park, 2660 Woodley Rd. NW. Hosted by Dionne Warwick. Two events featuring a variety of entertainment legends and music icons. Tickets: $350-450.
State Society of Arizona Inaugural Gala
Jan. 20, 2009, Historical Society of Washington DC, 801 K St. NW Tickets: $175 per person / $300 per couple.
Baltimore Washington Black McDonald's Operators Association's Inaugural Ball
Jan. 20, 2009, The City Club at Franklin Square, 1300 I St. NW. To benefit Develop Young Minds, an organization that provides financial support to children with limited resources. Tickets: $200.
Be the Change Inaugural Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center. Sponsored by MTV and ServiceNation, the event will feature celebrities and will be televised live on MTV
Bytes & Books Inaugural Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. Folger Shakespeare Library, 201 East Capitol Street, SE. Sponsored by The National Coalition for Technology in Education and Training
Calvert County Inauguration Gala
Jan. 20, 2009. Calvert County Fairgrounds Banquet Hall, Route 4, exit Route 231, Barstow, Maryland. Sponsored by the Calvert County Democratic Club. Attire is semi-formal. Tickets: $40. Call 410-414-3660 or email Calvertdems@gmail.com.
Change Has Come Inaugural Gala
Jan. 20, 2009. Hilton Washington Embassy Row, 2015 Massachusetts Ave, NW. Sponsored by The Babyboomer Professionals. Tickets: $150 Must be purchased by December 15.
Concerned Black Men and Delta Sigma Theta Inaugural Gala
Jan. 20, 2009. Bobby Vans, 1201 New York Ave., NW. Proceeds will support Concerned Black Men youth projects (tutoring, mentoring, health education) and scholarship and service programs sponsored by Delta Sigma Theta Sorority. Tickets: $175, After Jan. 9 $200.
Corcoran Gallery of Art
Jan. 20, 2009. 500 Seventeenth Street NW. Hosted by LINK AMERICAS Foundation, The Alliance for Public Technology, The Children's Partnership, Education Development Center and the George Lucas Educational Foundation - Edutopia. Tickets: $1000.
Creative Coalition Inaugural Ball
Jan. 20, 2009, Harman Center for the Arts. SOLD OUT
Florida State Society Inaugural Celebration
Jan. 20, 2009, National Museum of the American Indian, Independence Ave. between 3rd and 4th Sts. Proceeds will benefit all the American Red Cross Chapters throughout the State of Florida. Tickets: $200. (703) 905-9838 or email FL_Inaugural@hayespr.com.
George Washington University Inaugural Ball
Jan. 20, 2009, Omni Shoreham Hotel - SOLD OUT
Hawaii State Society Inaugural Ball
Jan. 20, 2009 Mandarin Oriental Hotel – SOLD OUT
Health for All Blue Diamond Ball
January 20, 2008. National Museum of Natural History, Constitution Ave. NW between 10th and 12th Sts. Jackson Browne and Graham Nash performances. The Health for All Blue Diamond Ball supports Obama's vision of change and will secure a prominent place for health on the presidential and legislative agenda by gathering powerful constituencies that passionately believe that health care is a human right. $500 General Admission. $1,000 VIP Admission.
The Hill Ball
Jan. 20, 2009, Atlas Performing Arts Center, 1333 H Street NE. Co-sponsored by the Capitol Hill Community Foundation and the Atlas Performing Arts Center. Swing dancing with an 11 piece band. Tickets: $85.
Human Rights Campaign Equity Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. Mayflower Hotel, 1127 Connecticut Ave. NW. Live entertainment and appearances by Cyndi Lauper, Melissa Etheridge, Rufus Wainwright, Thelma Houston and others. Tickets: $375.
Inaugural Gala - A Formal Affair for Change
Jan. 20, 2009. The Ritz-Carlton, Tyson’s Corner, 1700 Tysons Boulevard McLean, VA. Gala features a cocktail reception, 3 course seated supper, live entertainment, insightful political discussion, and dancing until dawn. Tickets: $385. Attire: White Tie.
Inaugural DC Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. Old Post Office Pavilion, 1110 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Event to benefit Metropolitan Police Boys & Girls Clubs. Entertainment features Washington DC's legendary Godfather of Go-Go Chuck Brown, DJ, dancing, and more. Tickets: $150-250.
Inaugural DC Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. Old Post Office Pavilion, 1100 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Performances by Washington DC's legendary Godfather of Go-Go Chuck Brown. This event benefits the Metropolitan Police Boys & Girls Clubhouses. Tickets: $150.
Inaugural Peace Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. Smithsonian National Postal Museum, 2 Massachusetts Ave. NE (next to Union Station) Sponsored by Busyboy and Poets and the National Postal Museum. Confirmed speakers and performers include Historian Howard Zinn, Comedian Dick Gregory, Mayor Adrian Fenty, Amy Goodman of Democracy Now, Katrina Vanden Heuvel of The Nation Magazine, Laura Flanders, Barbara Ehrenreich, Anthony Arnove, and many more. Tickets: $165
Inaugural Watch Party Jazz Brunch
Jan. 20, 2009. The Republic, 1355 U St. NW. Watch the inaugural festivities indoors at this gala event. Tickets: $75.
Masonic Inaugural Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. Stars Bistro, 2120 P St. NW. Proceeds from this event will be donated to the Masonic Foundation of the District of Columbia. Tickets: $65.
New York State Society Pre-Inaugural Parade Brunch
Jan. 20, 2009. Willard Intercontinental Hotel, 1401 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Tickets: $100-175.
Pennsylvania Society Inaugural Gala
Jan. 20, 2009. Ritz Carlton, 1150 22nd St. NW. - SOLD OUT
The President's Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. Sponsored by the Maryland Inaugural Special Committee. The Washington Times Building, Arbor Ballroom and Conference Center, 3600 New York Ave. NE. Tickets: Before 12/31/08 - $200, After - $250 VIP Tickets: $300 (410) 521-7001. info@presidentsball.com
The Servant Forge Humanitarian Inaugural Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. The Torpedo Factory Art Center, 105 Union St., Alexandria, VA. The ball will benefit the Alexandria Mentoring Project and Youth Development and Employment Initiative, an art-based program serving pre-teen girls in Nairobi, Kenya. Tickets: $150.
Soccer Moms for Obama Inaugural Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. Chevy Chase Women’s Club, 7931 Connecticut Avenue, Chevy Chase, MD. Tickets: $60. Contact Ruth Brannon at rmbrannon@aol.com.
Unity in Service Inaugural Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. Top of the ART Great Room/Starlit Terrace and WSV Art Gallery, 1100 16th Street, NW. The unofficial ball gives recognition to the men and women of our military with selected Service members serving as honorary co-hosts and a portion of each ticket benefits military families in need through the Armed Forces Relief Fund. Tickets: $90-175.
We the People Inauguration Gala Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. Hyatt Regency Washington, 400 New Jersey Ave. NW. The ball is an initiative by a group of volunteers who worked as part of the "grass roots movement" supporting Senator Barack Obama's campaign. Tickets: $295.
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