President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration as the 47th President of the United States will take place in two weeks – it will be his second swearing-in ceremony as commander in chief.

This year, the presidential inauguration falls on a federal holiday, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and takes place in front of the US Capitol in Washington DC

This is what you should know about the inauguration:

When is the presidential inauguration?

President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration is scheduled to take place on Monday, January 20th.

What events will take place on Inauguration Day?

The event begins with a procession to the U.S. Capitol for the swearing-in ceremony. Historically, the outgoing president accompanies the president-elect, according to the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies (JCCIC).

The president and vice president will hold a swearing-in ceremony, followed by an inaugural address. After his honorable farewell, the President heads to the Presidential Room next to the Senate Chamber in the US Capitol for the signing ceremony.

Other events include a luncheon and a procession of ceremonial military regiments, marching bands and floats along Pennsylvania Avenue to the White House.

How do you get tickets to Trump’s inauguration?

Each member of Congress receives a limited number of tickets to share with their constituents. To find and contact your members of Congress, use the search function on USA.gov.

When is MLK Day 2025?

The inauguration falls on the same day as MLK Day, Monday, January 20th.

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This article originally appeared in the El Paso Times: When will Trump take office? What to know about Inauguration Day 2025