What To Know About The 60th US Presidential Inauguration
The 60th US Presidential Inauguration occurs on Monday, January 20th, 2025. The following information will help you to stay informed and understand what items are prohibited.
U.S. Secret Service: "If you're planning on attending the 2025 Inauguration, have a plan for arriving and departing, and know what items are prohibited from the National Mall."
NOTE: There have been 60 inaugurations as there have been more inaugurations than presidents due to some presidents having multiple terms.
Mayor: Some Road Closures to Begin Saturday to Facilitate Inaugural Security Perimeter Build Out
Thursday, January 16, 2025
DC Muriel Bowser, Mayor: Some road closures across downtown Washington, D.C. will now go into effect at 8:00 a.m. Saturday morning to ensure the security of the 60th Presidential Inauguration.
“The Secret Service's number one priority, along with our law enforcement partners, is the safety and security of our protectees and members of the public attending this historic event,” said U.S. Secret Service Washington Field Office Special Agent in Charge Matt McCool.
“Our agents are making notifications to affected business owners and property managers and we are asking for the public’s patience as we fine-tune these security plans.”
Details of the additional impacts are:
Jan. 18
8:00 am – Some roads downtown were originally scheduled to close at 12:01 a.m. Sunday will now close at this time.
Traffic will remain open for east/west travel on Constitution and Independence Avenues and north/south travel on 7th Street, 9th Street, 14th Street and 17th Street.
7:00 pm - Garages and alleyways may be blocked with concrete barricades within the fenced perimeter/pedestrian restricted area from:
Pennsylvania Avenue NW to F Street NW, between 9th Street NW and 15th Street NW. may be blocked with concrete barricades.
Pennsylvania Avenue NW to D Street NW, between 1st Street NW and 9th Street NW.
Constitution Avenue NW to Pennsylvania Avenue NW, between 6th Street NW and 15th Street NW.
D Street SW to Independence Avenue SW, between 3rd Street SW and 6th Street SW.
Constitution Avenue NW to H Street NW, between 17th Street NW and 18th Street NW.
Jan. 19
12:01 am - Garages and alleyways outside of the fenced perimeter/within the hard road closure area will begin to be blocked with concrete.
All vehicle travel within the pedestrian restricted area will be limited, to include all major thoroughfares listed above.
Mayor: US Coast Guard Marine Safety Information Bulletin for Presidential Inauguration
Tuesday, January 14, 2025
DC Muriel Bowser, Mayor: Important Guidance on Waterway Restrictions, Security Zones and Safety Procedures for the 60th Presidential Inauguration
(WASHINGTON, DC) – On Monday, January 20, 2025, at 12:00 pm the Presidential Inauguration will occur in Washington D.C.
In accordance with Code of Federal Regulation 33 Part 165.508, a temporary security zone will be established on the waters of the Potomac River, Anacostia River, and adjacent waters within an area encompassing all navigable waters north of the Woodrow Wilson Bridge. The Security zone will be established on January 18, 2025, at 8:00 am and be enforced through 11:59 pm on January 21, 2025.
Mariners are directed not to transit within this security zone. Persons or vessels who are previously cleared to operate within or in the immediate vicinity of this zone shall stop, and if permitted to proceed within the zone by the Captain of the Port or his designated representative, only proceed as directed and at the minimum speed necessary to maintain a safe course.
The U.S. Coast Guard may be assisted in the patrol and enforcement of the zone by federal, state, and local agencies. Persons desiring to contact the Captain of the Port may do so via VHF-marine band radio channel 16 (156.8 MHz) or by telephone number (410) 576-2693.
Mariners are encouraged to read and thoroughly understand the boundaries and procedures of the security zone found in the Code of Federal Regulations at https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-33/chapter-I/subchapter-P/part-165/subpart-F/subject-group-ECFRb7af9fe3e74fbff/section-165.508.
Additional information is available at Inauguration.DC.gov. Any media queries regarding the security plan or impacts for the 60th Presidential Inaguruation should be directed to the NSSE Joint Information Center at nsse.jic@dc.gov or (202) 559-4107.
Mayor Bowser and Federal Partners Announce Security Plans, Road Closures, and Impacts for the 60th Presidential Inauguration
Monday, January 13, 2025
DC Muriel Bowser, Mayor: (Washington, DC) – Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser and federal partners shared information about preparations for the 60th Presidential Inauguration, taking place on Monday, January 20, 2025 in the District of Columbia.
The inauguration is a National Special Security Event (NSSE), a classification that brings federal and local partners together under the lead of the United States Secret Service. The NSSE designation allows significant federal, state, and local resources to be deployed, ensuring a robust security plan. District public safety agencies and federal partners have spent nearly a year developing the inaugural security plan.
“Every four years, the District is proud to support the peaceful transition of power,” said Mayor Bowser. “We take pride in this responsibility, and we’re grateful to our federal partners, local agencies, and community members who work together to ensure a safe and secure event.”
Some additional security measures are already going into Place and the public will notice high visibility patrols, fencing and barriers going into place through the coming week. District residents and business owners are asked to plan for widespread road closures across Downtown Washington. Most roads within the perimeter, bounded by the Potomac River to the west, K Street NW to the north, Second Street NE/SE to the east, and I-395/I-695 to the south will be closed or restricted residential traffic only. A comprehensive list of closures is available below.
Road closures, transit impacts and details on accessing the Inauguration will be posted to Inauguration.DC.gov. Residents and visitors can text DCINAUG to 888-777 to receive text updates on inaugural related impacts.
“The security of the 2025 Presidential Inauguration is truly a team effort and we have been working closely with our law enforcement and public safety partners on a comprehensive security plan,” said Matt McCool, the Special Agent in Charge of the Secret Service’s Washington Field Office. “Our ultimate goal is to ensure the safety and security of our protectees, dignitaries, event attendees and the public during the Inauguration.”
“There are no law enforcement agencies more unified than those entrusted with securing the Presidential Inauguration,” said Chief of Police Pamela A. Smith. “Our entire department will be activated for the Presidential Inauguration. In addition, we’ll be reinforced by thousands of officers from across the United States who were generous enough to raise their hand and commit their time to assist Metropolitan Police Department.”
“Leading up to and during the Presidential Inauguration, FBI special agents, intelligence analysts, and other personnel will be working to assess and share intelligence related to the event with our law enforcement partners to ensure the safety of all attendees and participants,” said FBI Washington Field Office Assistant Director in Charge David Sundberg.
“Preparing for the Presidential Inauguration has been a team effort,” said United States Capitol Police Chief Tom Manger. “Just this past week, agencies across the city secured two National Special Security Events. The cooperation among the Washington area law enforcement agencies is second to none.”
DC residents and visitors attending inaugural events or traveling through downtown are encouraged to use Metro as much as possible this weekend.
“Metro is America’s transit system and has played an essential role in moving people during the last twelve inaugurations,” said Metro General Manager and CEO Randy Clarke. “The Metro team will be fully staffed on Monday, and we are ready to accommodate the large volume of customer trips with increased service and an early opening at 4 a.m.”
Metrorail Service Adjustments
The following stations will close at 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 19 and reopen at 5:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 21:
McPherson Square
Federal Triangle
Smithsonian
Mt. Vernon Square
Archives
Additionally, 41 Metrobus routes will be detoured around Downtown Washington. A full list of detours and service adjustments is available at wmata.com.>
Street Closures
Inauguration Swearing-In and Parade Perimeter
The following streets will be open for local traffic only from Sunday, January 19, 2025, at approximately 6:00 a.m. through Monday, January 20, 2025, at 12:01 a.m. These roads will be closed to all traffic from Monday, January 20, 2025, at 12:01 a.m. through Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at approximately 6:00 a.m.:
23rd Street from Constitution Avenue NW to Ohio Drive SW
Henry Bacon Drive from Constitution Avenue NW to Lincoln Memorial Circle NW
Daniel French Drive NW from Lincoln Memorial Circle NW to Independence Avenue SW
17th Street from K Street NW to Independence Avenue SW
Connecticut Avenue from I Street NW to H Street NW
16th Street from K Street NW to H Street NW
Vermont Avenue from I Street NW to H Street NW
15th Street from K Street NW to Independence Avenue SW
Raoul Wallenberg Place from Independence Avenue to Maine Avenue SW
14th Street from K Street NW to D Street SW
13 ½ Street from Pennsylvania Avenue NW to D Street NW
13th Street from K Street NW to Pennsylvania Avenue NW
13th Street from C Street SW to D Street SW
12th Street from K Street NW to C Street SW
11th Street from G Street NW to Pennsylvania Avenue NW
10th Street from G Street NW to Constitution Avenue NW
9th Street from G Street NW to C Street SW
8th Street from F Street NW to D Street NW
7th Street from G Street NW to Independence Avenue SW
6th Street from G Street NW to C Street SW
5th Street from G Street NW to Indiana Avenue NW
4th Street from G Street NW to Virginia Avenue SW
3rd Street from Massachusetts Avenue NW to D Street SW
2nd Street from F Street NW to D Street SW
2nd Street from Massachusetts Avenue NE to C Street SE
First Street from New Jersey Avenue NW to Washington Avenue SW
New Jersey Avenue from F Street NW to D Street SE
North Capitol Street from Massachusetts Avenue NW to Louisiana Avenue NW
Delaware Avenue from Columbus Circle NE to Constitution Avenue NE
First Street from Columbus Circle NE to C Street SE
L’Enfant Plaza from Independence Avenue SW to Hilton Washington Hotel Entrance
West Basin Drive from Independence Avenue SW to Ohio Drive SW
Parkway Drive from Lincoln Memorial Circle NW to Ohio Drive NW
Pennsylvania Avenue from 18th Street NW to 3rd Street NW
I Street from 18th Street NW to 11th Street NW
H Street from 18th Street NW to 12th Street NW
G Street from 18th Street NW to 12th Street NW
G Street from 4th Street NW to 2nd Street NW
F Street from 18th Street NW to North Capitol Street NW
E Street from 18th Street NW to Columbus Circle NE
New York Avenue from 18th Street NW to 11th Street NW
D Street from 18th Street NW to 17th Street NW
D Street from 14th Street NW to 13 ½ Street NW
D Street from 9th Street NW to Massachusetts Avenue NE
Indiana Avenue from 7th Street NW to Louisiana Avenue NW
C Street from 18th Street NW to 17th Street NW
C Street from 6th Street NW to 2nd Street NE
Virginia Avenue from 18th Street NW to 17th Street NW
Constitution Avenue from 18th Street NW to 2nd Street NE
East Capitol Street from First Street NE to 2nd Street NE
Louisiana Avenue from Constitution Avenue NW to Columbus Circle NE
Independence Avenue from 23rd Street SW to 3rd Street SE
C Street from 14th Street SW to 12th Street SW
C Street from 6th Street SW to First Street SE
D Street from 4th Street SW to 3rd Street SW
D Street from Washington Avenue SW to First Street SE
Maryland Avenue from 7th Street SW to 2nd Street NE
Maine Avenue from East Basin Drive SW to Independence Avenue SW
Washington Avenue from Independence Avenue SW to South Capitol Street SE
Madison Drive from 15th Street NW to 3rd Street NW
Jefferson Drive 15th Street SW to 3rd Street SW
Ohio Drive from West Basin Drive SW to Ohio Drive Bridge, SW
The following streets will be open for local traffic only from Sunday, January 19, 2025, at approximately 6:00 a.m. through Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at approximately 6:00 a.m.:
22nd Street from K Street NW to Virginia Avenue NW
22nd Street from C Street NW to Constitution Avenue NW
21st Street from K Street NW to Constitution Avenue NW
20th Street from K Street NW to Virginia Avenue NW
20th Street from C Street ,NW to Constitution Avenue NW
19th Street from K Street NW to Constitution Avenue NW
18th Street from K Street NW to Constitution Avenue NW
12th Street from C Street SW to Maine Avenue SW
11th Street from K Street NW to G Street NW
10th Street from K Street NW to G Street NW
9th Street from K Street NW to G Street NW
8th Street from I Street NW to G Street NW
7th Street from Massachusetts Avenue NW to G Street NW
7th Street from C Street SW to G Street SW
6th Street from Massachusetts Avenue NW to G Street NW
6th Street from C Street SW to E Street SW
5th Street from Massachusetts Avenue NW to G Street NW
4th Street from Massachusetts Avenue NW to G Street NW
4th Street from Virginia Avenue SW to E Street SW
3rd Street from C Street SW to E Street SW
2nd Street from Massachusetts Avenue NW to F Street NW
New Jersey Avenue from Massachusetts Avenue NW to F Street NW
South Capitol Street from D Street SE to I Street SE
Canal Street from South Capitol Street SE to E Street SE
New Jersey Avenue from D Street SE to E Street SE
First Street from C Street SE to North Carolina Avenue SE
L’Enfant Plaza from 9th Street SW to Hilton Washington Hotel entrance.
I Street from 23rd Street NW to 18th Street NW
I Street from 9th Street NW to Massachusetts Avenue NW
H Street from 23rd Street NW to 18th Street NW
H Street from 12th Street NW to Massachusetts Avenue NW
G Street from 23rd Street NW to 18th Street NW
G Street from 12th Street NW to 4th Street NW
G Street from New Jersey Avenue NW to Massachusetts Avenue NW
F Street from 23rd Street NW to 18th Street NW
E Street from 23rd Street NW to 18th Street NW
E Street from 7th Street SW to New Jersey Avenue SE
New York Avenue from 11th Street NW to 10th Street NW
C Street from 21st Street NW to 18th Street NW
C Street from 3rd Street to 2nd Street NE
C Street from 9th Street SW to 7th Street SW
C Street from 2nd Street SW to First Street SW
D Street from 3rd Street SW to 2nd Street SW
D Street from 2nd Street SW to First Street SW
D Street from 14th Street SW to Virginia Avenue SE
E Street from 7th Street SW to New Jersey Avenue SE
Virginia Avenue from 23rd Street NW to 18th Street NW
Virginia Avenue from 7th Street SW to 3rd Street SW
Constitution Avenue from 23rd Street NW to 18th Street NW
Constitution Avenue from 2nd Street NW to 3rd Street NE
A Street from 3rd Street NE to 2nd Street NE
East Capitol Street from 2nd Street NE to 3rd Street NE
Pennsylvania Avenue from Washington Circle 18th Street NW
School Street from 6th Street SW to 4th Street SW
Frontage Road from 6th Street SW to 12th Street Tunnel entrance
Maryland Avenue from 2nd Street NE to 3rd Street NE
Maine Avenue from 9th Street SW to 14th Street SW
Ivy Street from New Jersey Avenue SE to Canal Street SE
Capital One Arena Rally Perimeter
The following streets will be closed to vehicle traffic on Sunday, January 19, 2025, from approximately 12:01 a.m. to approximately 6:00 p.m.:
7th Street from H Street NW to E Street NW
6th Street from H Street NW to E Street NW
5th Street from H Street NW to E Street NW
G Street from 9th Street NW to 7th Street NW
G Street from 6th Street NW to 4th Street NW
F Street from 9th Street NW to 4th Street NW
Convention Center Inaugural Ball Perimeter
The following streets will be closed to vehicle traffic on Monday, January 20, 2025, from approximately 12:01 a.m. to approximately 11:59 p.m.:
M Street from 9th Street NW to 7th Street NW
L Street from 9th Street NW to 7th Street NW
K Street from 9th Street NW to 7th Street NW
New York Avenue from 10th Street NW to 9th Street NW
9th Street from N Street NW to K Street NW
7th Street from N Street NW to New York Avenue NW
The following streets will be open for local traffic only on Monday, January 20, 2025, from approximately 12:01 a.m. to approximately 11:59 p.m.:
N Street from 10th Street NW to 6th Street NW
M Street from 11th Street NW to 9th Street NW
M Street from 7th Street NW to 6th Street NW
L Street from 11th Street NW to 9th Street NW
L Street from 7th Street NW to 6th Street NW
K Street from 11th Street NW to 9th Street NW
K Street from 6th Street NW to 7th Street NW
10th Street from O Street NW to Massachusetts Avenue NW
9th Street from O Street NW to N Street NW
8th Street from O Street NW to N Street NW
7th Street from O Street NW to N Street NW
The following streets will be closed to vehicle traffic on Monday, January 20, 2025, from approximately 5:00 p.m. to 11:59 p.m.:
Massachusetts Avenue from 7th Street NW to 6th Street NW
Allen Y. Lew Place from 9th Street NW to 7th Street NW
7th Street from New York Avenue NW to Massachusetts Avenue NW
The following streets will be open for local traffic only on Monday, January 20, 2025, from approximately 5:00 p.m. to 11:59 p.m.:
Massachusetts Avenue from 11th Street NW to 9th Street NW
New York Avenue from 7th Street NW to 6th Street NW
Union Station Inaugural Ball Perimeter
The following streets will be closed to vehicle traffic on Monday, January 20, 2025, from approximately 12:01 a.m. to approximately 11:59 p.m.:
F Street from 2nd Street NE to Columbus Circle NE
First Street from G Place NE to Columbus Circle NE
The following streets will be open for local traffic only on Monday, January 20, 2025, from approximately 12:01 a.m. to approximately 11:59 p.m.:
G Street from North Capitol Street NE to First Street NE
First Street from K Street NE to G Place NE
The following streets will be closed to vehicle traffic on Monday, January 20, 2025, from approximately 5:00 p.m.. to 11:59 p.m.:
Massachusetts Avenue from North Capitol Street NE to 2nd Street NW
Columbus Circle from E Street NE to First Street NE
National Cathedral Prayer Service Perimeter
The following streets will be posted as Emergency No Parking from Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 12:01 a.m. through Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.:
Garfield Street from Massachusetts Avenue NW to 34th Street NW
34th Street from Woodley Road NW to Fulton Street NW
Woodley Road from Wisconsin Avenue NW to 34th Street NW
Wisconsin Avenue from Lowell Street NW to Massachusetts Avenue NW
Cathedral Avenue from Massachusetts Avenue NW to Wisconsin Avenue NW
125' north of Woodley Road NW on 36th Street NW
50' north of Woodley Road NW on 35th Street and 34th Street NW
50' east of 34th Street on Woodley Road, Klingle Road, Cleveland Avenue, Cathedral Avenue, and Garfield Street NW
50' south of Garfield Street on 34th Place 35th Street and 36th Street NW
200' west of Wisconsin Avenue NW on Woodley Road NW
The following streets will be closed to vehicle traffic on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, from approximately 12:01 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.:
Garfield Street from Massachusetts Avenue NW to 34th Street NW
34th Street from Woodley Road NW to Garfield Street NW
Woodley Road from Wisconsin Avenue NW to 34th Street NW
Wisconsin Avenue from Lowell Street NW to Massachusetts Avenue NW
Cathedral Avenue from Massachusetts Avenue NW to Wisconsin Avenue NW
The following streets will be open for local traffic only on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, from approximately 12:01 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.:
Garfield Street from 34th Street to 32nd Street NW
Woodland Drive from Garfield Street to 32nd Street NW
33rd Place from Cathedral Avenue to Garfield Street NW
Cleveland Avenue from 34th Street to 32nd Street NW
Cathedral Avenue from 34th Street to 32nd Street NW
Klingle Road from 34th Street to 32nd Street NW
Woodley Road from 33th Street to 32nd Street NW
34th Street from Macomb Street to Woodley Road NW
35th Street from Lowell Street to Woodley Road NW
36th Street from Lowell Street to Woodley Road NW
Wisconsin Avenue from Macomb Street to Lowell Street NW
Woodley Road from 38th Street to Wisconsin Avenue NW
36th Street from Garfield Street to Massachusetts Avenue NW
35th Street from Garfield Street to Fulton Street NW
34th Place from Garfield Street to Fulton Street NW
34th Street from Garfield Street to Fulton Street NW
Highway Closures
The highways and exits will be closed to vehicle traffic from Sunday, January 19, 2025, at approximately 6:00 a.m. through Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at approximately 6:00 a.m.:
Eastbound I-395 Exit 1 toward 14th Street / National Mall
Eastbound I-395 HOV exit toward 14th Street / National Mall
Eastbound I-395 Exit 3 toward 12th Street Expressway
Eastbound I-395 Exit 4 toward Maine Avenue
Northbound I-395 toward C Street SW / US Capitol / 3rd Street Tunnel
Westbound I-695 exit toward I-395 North / 3rd Street Tunnel
Northbound South Capitol Street ramp toward I-1395 North / D Street SW, all traffic sent toward I-395 South / Downtown / Richmond
Westbound I-395 Exit 4A & 4B toward Maine Avenue SW / 12th Street NW, all traffic sent toward I-395 South / Richmond
Southbound 9th Street Expressway ramp toward Maine Avenue SW, all traffic sent toward I-395 South / Richmond
Eastbound I-66 / TR Bridge exits toward Constitution Avenue / Downtown and Independence Avenue SW all traffic sent toward E Street then sent toward Whitehurst Freeway
Southbound Potomac River Freeway exits toward Independence Avenue / Maine Avenue / E Street all traffic sent toward I-66 West
Westbound E Street Expressway split toward Potomac River freeway, all traffic sent toward I-6 West
All 3rd Street Tunnel / I-395 exits and entrances from I-695 to New York Avenue NW, with exceptions listed below:
The following highway entrances will re-open to all traffic on Monday, January 20, 2025, at approximately 5:00 p.m.:
3rd Street Tunnel / Southbound I-395 entrance at 4th Street and New York Avenue NE
3rd Street Tunnel / Southbound I-395 entrance at 4th Street and Massachusetts Avenue NE
The following highway exits will be open to local traffic only from Sunday, January 19, 2025, at approximately 6:00 a.m. through Tuesday January 21, 2025, at approximately 6:00 a.m.:
Westbound I-395 Exit 5A toward 7th Street SW and 5B toward 6th Street SW
All street closures and listed times are subject to change based upon prevailing or unexpected conditions. The public should expect parking restrictions along the street and should be guided by the posted emergency no parking signage. All vehicles that are parked in violation of the emergency no parking signs will be ticketed and towed.
Capitol Police Releases Prohibited Items on U.S. Capitol Grounds
Monday, January 13, 2025
DC Muriel Bowser, Mayor: On Monday, January 20, 2025, the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies will host the 60th Inauguration of the President-elect and the Vice-President-elect on the West Front of the U.S. Capitol.
To keep everyone safe, the Capitol Police Board is prohibiting these items from Capitol Grounds on Inauguration Day:
Aerosol and non-aerosol sprays
Alcohol
All bags, backpacks, roller bags, suitcases exceeding size restrictions (12"x12"x5")
Ammunition
Animals (other than service animals)
Balloons
Balls
Beverages
Bicycles
Body Armor
Camera cases
Camping and climbing equipment, including tents, ropes, and grappling hooks
Cans, bottles, bottled or boxed liquids
Chairs (except those for mobility needs)
Chemicals, to include spillable batteries, paint, artificial blood, etc.
Commercial audio/video recording equipment and tripods
Coolers
Devices or equipment designed or used for jamming, disrupting, or interfering with communications signals or equipment
Duffle bags
Explosives of any kind (including fireworks and smoke bombs)
Firearms
Flammable liquids
Glass, thermal and metal containers
Handcuffs, zip ties, flex cuffs
Illegal substances, including marijuana
Knives, blades, box cutters or sharp objects (regardless of size)
Laptops/tablets/iPads
Laser lights and laser pointers
Leatherman or similar tools
Liquids of any kind (except for medicines).
This liquid ban is just for Capitol Grounds
Water will be provided for ticketed guests on Capitol Grounds
Mace/pepper spray
Noisemakers, such as air horns, whistles, drums, bullhorns, and other noise amplification devices
Packages
Poles, bats, sticks, and clubs, including selfie sticks
Range finders
Recreational motorized mobility devices
Seat cushions
Signs, placards, or banners
Spray containers
Scooters (including commercial/rental)
Strollers
Suitcases
Structures, including tents.
Supports for signs and placards.
Thermoses or thermal containers
Toy guns
Umbrellas
Unmanned aircraft systems/Drones
Weapons of any kind, including blackjacks, slungshots, slingshots, sand clubs,
Other items that may pose a threat to the security of the event as determined by sandbags, knuckles and at the discretion of the security screeners
US Capitol Police: Protecting the 60th Presidential Inauguration - Prohibited Items on U.S. Capitol Grounds
On Monday, January 20, 2025, the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies will host the 60th Inauguration of the President-elect and the Vice-President-elect on the West Front of the U.S. Capitol.
For ticket and public access information, click HERE.
For additional information about how the USCP and our law enforcement partners are preparing for the 60th Inauguration, click HERE.
For information about security screening for visitors with disabilities, medical conditions, medical devices, or medications, click HERE.
To keep everyone safe, the Capitol Police Board is prohibiting these items from Capitol Grounds on Inauguration Day:
Aerosol and non-aerosol sprays
Alcohol
All bags, backpacks, roller bags, suitcases exceeding size restrictions (12"x12"x5")
Ammunition
Animals (other than service animals)
Balloons
Balls
Beverages
Bicycles
Body Armor
Camera cases
Camping and climbing equipment, including tents, ropes, and grappling hooks
Cans, bottles, bottled or boxed liquids
Chairs (except those for mobility needs)
Chemicals, to include spillable batteries, paint, artificial blood, etc.
Commercial audio/video recording equipment and tripods
Coolers
Devices or equipment designed or used for jamming, disrupting, or interfering with communications signals or equipment
Duffle bags
Explosives of any kind (including fireworks and smoke bombs)
Firearms
Flammable liquids
Glass, thermal and metal containers
Handcuffs, zip ties, flex cuffs
Illegal substances, including marijuana
Knives, blades, box cutters or sharp objects (regardless of size)
Laptops/tablets/iPads
Laser lights and laser pointers
Leatherman or similar tools
Liquids of any kind (except for medicines).
This liquid ban is just for Capitol Grounds
Water will be provided for ticketed guests on Capitol Grounds
Mace/pepper spray
Noisemakers, such as air horns, whistles, drums, bullhorns, and other noise amplification devices
Packages
Poles, bats, sticks, and clubs, including selfie sticks
Range finders
Recreational motorized mobility devices
Seat cushions
Signs, placards, or banners
Spray containers
Scooters (including commercial/rental)
Strollers
Suitcases
Structures, including tents
Supports for signs and placards
Thermoses or thermal containers
Toy guns
Umbrellas
Unmanned aircraft systems/Drones
Weapons of any kind, including blackjacks, slungshots, slingshots, sand clubs, sandbags, and knuckles
Other items that may pose a threat to the security of the event at the discretion of the security screeners