Joe Biden will be sworn in as the 46th president of the United States on Wednesday in a ceremony that will keep with tradition while being unlike any other inauguration
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It will take place on Wednesday, 20 January and will look starkly different from previous inaugurations.
This is due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic and increased security following the insurrection at the US Capitol.
With Washington DC essentially in lockdown, the Presidential Inaugural Committee (PIC) announced virtual Inauguration Day events for Americans to watch after urging people to refrain from attending in person.
President-elect Joe Biden. Credit: AP
So what are the Inauguration Day timings and what will happen?
10am ET (3pm GMT) Our White House: An Inaugural Celebration for Young Americans Our White House will mark the first-ever curated livestream for young Americans before and during the Inaugural Ceremonies, ending at 12.30pm.
Keke Palmer will host the stream which will include a special message from Dr Jill Biden, historical commentary, a segment on presidential pets produced by Nickelodeon
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Joe Biden gestures during a campaign stop outside Johnstown Train Station on September 30, 2020, in Johnstown, Pennsylvania (Getty Images)
The 2021 US Presidential Inauguration is just around the corner, coming up on January 20, and the chance to witness the historic 59th Inauguration with a number of added benefits is available on a number of sites. Here is the breakdown of the cost to watch the inauguration along with a stay for 3 nights in premiere hotels.
According to The Presidential Inaugural Committee, the 59th inauguration will be held virtually with in-person attendance strictly the members of congress and a guest. Along with the swearing-in ceremony, there are multitudes of events including the official parade, official Presidential Inaugural Committee ball, and more. Ticket prices for the events will vary depending on the standing area of the swearing-in ceremony.