Is their a minimum age to attend the event?
Guests of all ages are welcome at the All American Inaugural Ball, however, EVERY GUEST MUST HAVE A TICKET TO ENTER THE BALL. Also please note that anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by, and is the responsibility of, an adult over 18. No one under the age of 21 may drink alcohol.
What is the All American Inaugural Ball?
The All American Inaugural Ball is a “creative black tie” event on Inauguration Day, January 20, 2009. The ball celebrates the swearing in of the newly elected President and Vice President of the United States. Come celebrate Washington, DC's most profound tradition with your fellow, proud Americans. The Ball will begin at nine o'clock in the evening and continue until two o'clock in the morning.
What does "Creative Black Tie" mean?
Guests generally tend to dress to impress. Typically men wear either a tuxedo or a suit, while women generally wear either gowns or cocktail dresses. Everyone always looks fantastic and all are invited to get a little “creative” and display their patriotism.
Who is invited to the All American Inaugural Ball?
Members of Congress, members of the incoming Administration, United States Ambassadors, members of the media, and ticket purchasers are invited to attend the All American Inaugural Ball.
When & where is the All American Inaugural Ball?
On January 20, 2009 from 9pm - 2am the All American Inaugural Ball will take place at the prestigious Westin Washington DC City Center Hotel. It is located at 1400 M Street, NW Washington DC (202) 429-1700. The Westin Washington DC City Center has hosted several Inaugural Balls in the past.
How do I buy tickets to the All American Inaugural Ball?
Tickets are no longer available to the public.
Will the President or the Vice President be there?
As usual, the President and Vice President will be invited to attend the All American Ball Inaugural Ball. However, it is unlikely that they will be in attendance.
What entertainment and food will be at the All American Inaugural Ball?
Tickets to the All American Inaugural Ball are “All Inclusive”, meaning that all drinks and food is included. Details about the menu can be found on the “Menu” page of this web site. Likewise details about the entertainment can be found on the “Entertainment” page of his web site.
Do I need to bring anything with me?
The All American Inaugural Ball features an all-inclusive package (includes all your drinks), so all attendees are required to bring an up-to-date photo ID and, also, please remember that you must bring the bar-coded ticket you printed in order to gain entry into the event.
What is the service like at the All American Inaugural Ball?
The Westin Washington DC City Center is DC's premier gala venue. The award-winning staff takes great pride in ensuring that every guest has a fantastic experience.
What is the layout of the Ball and seating arrangements?
The All American Inaugural Ball is a reception-style gala encompassing the entire Westin Washington DC City Center Complex. Therefore, seating is VERY limited to maximize event space and comfortable crowd flow. No reserved seats are available for general ticket holders.
Are hotel rooms included with the All American Ball Ticket?
Event tickets do not inlcude hotel rooms. Click here to reservere your room.
What is the schedule of the presidential swearing-in ceremony?
The swearing-in ceremony and parade will take place on Tuesday, January 20, 2009. The Presidential Inaugural Committee is responsible for planning the official events related to the Inauguration. For more information, please visit their web site, http://inaugural.senate.gov/2009.
How do I get tickets to the swearing-in ceremony?
Tickets for the Inaugural swearing-in ceremony will be distributed in January 2009 by both Senators and Representatives of the 111th Congress. Please contact your state's Senator or Representative for more details. |
