Inauguration Day for 2025 is just around the corner, which means President-elect Donald Trump will soon take office.

The celebratory event is scheduled to take place on Monday, January 20, approximately two weeks after the U.S. Congress certified Trump’s Electoral College victory.

But when exactly will Trump be sworn in and when will his term as the 47th President of the United States officially begin?

Here’s what you should know.

What happens on Inauguration Day?

Inauguration Day is the day on which the new US president officially takes office.

According to the regulations of the 20th^Th According to an amendment to the United States Constitution, the new president officially takes office on January 20, unless that day falls on a Sunday. In this case, the inauguration would take place on January 21st.

Before the 20th Amendment was passed, the new president took office on March 4th.

The inauguration is traditionally planned for January 20th in 2025. This date also falls on the federal holiday Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

When will Trump officially take office in 2025?

According to the regulations of the 20th^Th Under the constitutional amendment, President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris’ terms officially end on January 20 at 12:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, meaning Trump and Vice President-elect JD Vance will officially take office at that time, regardless whether they did so or not had their oaths of office taken.

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What is the presidential oath of office?

While the vice president takes the same oath of office as members of Congress, the president takes a slightly different oath:

“I solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will faithfully discharge the office of President of the United States and to preserve, protect and defend to the best of my ability the Constitution of the United States.”

What events will take place on Inauguration Day?

In addition to the inauguration of the President, the Vice President also takes the oath of office and becomes Vice President at noon on January 20th.

Traditionally, following his swearing-in, the new president gives an inaugural address on Capitol Hill, where the public is invited to the transfer of power ceremony.

After the ceremony, the new president typically attends a series of inaugural events throughout the capital, including glamorous balls and dances.

According to federal officials, the ceremony and related events are conducted by various organizations.

Can the public attend the inauguration?

The inauguration of the new president is generally a well-attended event, with thousands gathering to listen to the inaugural speech and the oath of office.

For more information, visit the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies website.