WASHINGTON: A practice Inaugural parade was held in downtown D.C. on Sunday. Stand-ins for President Obama and the first lady participated in the rehearsal, which shut down streets and affected parking.
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Rehearsal Inauguration Parade
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A member of the U.S. Navy salutes while lining the Presidential Inaugural parade route along Pennsylvania Ave during a dress rehearsal January 13, 2013. (credit:Getty Images)
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Members of the U.S. military line the Presidential Inaugural parade route along Pennsylvania Ave during a dress rehearsal on January 13, 2013. (credit:Getty Images)
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Members of the U.S. military line the Presidential Inaugural parade route along Pennsylvania Ave during a dress rehersal January 13, 2013 in D.C. (credit:Getty Images)
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Members of the U.S. military line the Presidential Inaugural parade route along Pennsylvania Ave during a dress rehearsal. (credit:Getty Images)
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Members of the U.S. military line the Presidential Inaugural parade route along Pennsylvania Ave during a dress rehearsal. (credit:Getty Images)
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Vehicles acting as stand-ins for the presidential motorcade roll down Pennsylvania Ave during a dress rehearsal for the Presidential Inaugural parade. (credit:Getty Images)
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Members of the U.S. military line the Presidential Inaugural parade route along Pennsylvania Ave during a dress rehearsal. (credit:Getty Images)
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Members of an army band stand ready along Pennsylvania Avenue during a dress rehearsal for the Presidential Inaugural parade. (credit:Getty Images)
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A member of the U.S. Navy salutes while lining the Presidential Inaugural parade route along Pennsylvania Ave during a dress rehearsal. (credit:Getty Images)
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Members of the U.S. military line the Presidential Inaugural parade route along Pennsylvania Ave during a dress rehearsal. (credit:Getty Images)
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A member of the U.S. Navy salutes while lining the Presidential Inaugural parade route along Pennsylvania Ave during a dress rehearsal. (credit:Getty Images)
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Members of the U.S. military line the Presidential Inaugural parade route along Pennsylvania Ave during a dress rehearsal. (credit:Getty Images)
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Members of the U.S. military salute while lining the Presidential Inaugural parade route along Pennsylvania Ave during a dress rehearsal. (credit:Getty Images)
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Components of the inaugural parade march down Pennsylvania Avenue during a rehearsal for the presidential inauguration at the U.S. Capitol. (credit:Getty Images)
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Members of the U.S. Army Band, also called 'Pershing's Own,' stand along Pennsylvania Avenue in front of the White House during a dress rehearsal for the Presidential Inaugural parade. (credit:Getty Images)
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Members of the U.S. military line the Presidential Inaugural parade route along Constitution Ave during a dress rehearsal. (credit:Getty Images)
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Members of the U.S. military line 15th Street NW during a dress rehearsal for the Presidential Inaugural parade. (credit:Getty Images)
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A member of the U.S. Navy salutes while lining the Presidential Inaugural parade route along Pennsylvania Ave during a dress rehearsal. (credit:Getty Images)
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A man waves from the vehicle that is standing-in for the presidential limosine during a dress rehearsal for the Presidential Inaugural parade along Pennsylvania Ave., January 13, 2013 in D.C. (credit:Getty Images)
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A member of the U.S. Navy salutes while lining the Presidential Inaugural parade route along Pennsylvania Ave during a dress rehearsal. (credit:Getty Images)
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Members of the U.S. military line the Presidential Inaugural parade route along Pennsylvania Ave during a dress rehearsal. (credit:Getty Images)
600,000-800,000 people are expected to attend Obama's second swearing-in, on Jan. 21.
Tickets to the official Inaugural Ball are sold out, but a host of unofficial balls -- like the Yoga Ball and the Ethiopian Inaugural Ball -- are still open:
2013 Inauguration Parties And Balls
Thursday, January 17: Sister Cities International Inaugural Gala(01 of53)
The Sister Cities International Inaugural Gala will be on Thursday, January 17 at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce International Hall of Flags. Tickets range from $125 to $250. (credit:WikiMedia:)
Friday, January 18: Daughters of Isis Pre-Inaugural Black Tie Gala(02 of53)
The Daughters of Isis Pre-Inaugural Black Tie Gala will be on Friday, January 18 at the Upscale Ballroom. Tickets are $45. (credit:WikiMedia:)
Friday, January 18: Power Forward: An Inaugural Cocktail Reception(03 of53)
The Power Forward: An Inaugural Cocktail Reception will be held Friday, January 18 at the Goethe-Institut. Tickets are $60. (credit:<a href="http://www.flickr.com/" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="Flickr" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5be46754e4b0564518c37075" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.flickr.com/" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="95" data-vars-position-in-unit="99">Flickr</a>:<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/38369801@N03/5397559241" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="jessstah" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5be46754e4b0564518c37075" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.flickr.com/photos/38369801@N03/5397559241" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="96" data-vars-position-in-unit="100">jessstah</a>)
Friday, January 18 and Saturday, January 19: Aboulia! Inaugural Ball (04 of53)
The Aboulia! Inaugural Ball will feature sketch performances over two nights with four show at the D.C. Arts Center. Tickets are $8 to $10. (credit:<a href="http://www.flickr.com/" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="Flickr" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5be46754e4b0564518c37075" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.flickr.com/" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="92" data-vars-position-in-unit="96">Flickr</a>:<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/79575714@N00/986593985" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="mikemccaffrey" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5be46754e4b0564518c37075" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.flickr.com/photos/79575714@N00/986593985" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="93" data-vars-position-in-unit="97">mikemccaffrey</a>)
Saturday, January 19: Chefs Ball(05 of53)
Art Smith will host The Chefs Ball will be on Saturday, January 19 at Art and Soul and The Liaison Capitol Hill. VIP tickets are sold out. General admission tickets are $75. (credit:Getty Images)
Saturday, January 19: Children’s Concert(06 of53)
Michelle Obama and Dr. Jill Biden will host the Children's Concert on Saturday, January 19 at the Washington Convention Center. Performers and ticket prices have not been announced. (credit:AP)
Saturday, January 19: Disability Community Inaugural Ball(07 of53)
The Disability Community Inaugural Ball will be on Saturday, January 19 at the National Press Club. Tickets are $100. (credit:WikiMedia:)
Saturday, January 19: Ethiopian Inaugural Ball(08 of53)
The Ethiopian Inaugural Ball will be on Saturday, January 19 at the Merkamo Ethiopian Restaurant. Tickets are $40. (credit:WikiMedia:)
Saturday, January 19: Inauguration Celebration 2013!(09 of53)
The Inauguration Celebration 2013! A DJ Infused Happy Hour and Fundraiser! will be held Saturday, January 19 at Chief Ike's Mambo Room. Tickets are $7. Some proceeds will go to the UC Merced Alumni Association of Washington DC and the YMCA DC Youth and Government Programs. (credit:WikiMedia:)
Saturday, January 19: Indiaspora 2013 Inaugural Ball(10 of53)
The Indiaspora 2013 Inaugural Ball will be on Saturday, January 19 at the Mandarin Oriental. Tickets are range from $1,100 to $300. (credit:WikiMedia:)
Saturday, January 19: International Inaugural Ball(11 of53)
The International Inaugural Ball will be Saturday, January 19 at the L’Enfant Plaza Hotel. Tickets are $85. (credit:WikiMedia:)
Saturday, January 19: Jamaican Inaugural Ball(12 of53)
The Jamaican Inaugural Ball will be on Saturday, January 19 at the National Education Association Building. Tickets are $125. (credit:WikiMedia:)
Saturday, January 19: Kappa Alpha Psi Inaugural Ball(13 of53)
The Kappa Alpha Psi Inaugural Ball will be Saturday, January 19 at the Sheraton Crystal City Hotel. Tickets are $125. (credit:WikiMedia:)
Saturday, January 19: Living In America Presidential Inaugural Fitness Party(14 of53)
The Living In America Presidential Inaugural Fitness Party will be held Saturday, January 19 at The Ritz-Carlton. Tickets are $50 in advance, $75 at the door. (credit:WikiMedia:)
Saturday, January 19: M CENTRAL Inaugural Millennial Ball(15 of53)
The M CENTRAL Inaugural Millennial Ball will be held Saturday, January 19 at 700 H St. NE. Tickets are $75. (credit:Facebook)
Saturday, January 19: Moving Forward America Inaugural Gala(16 of53)
The Moving Forward America Inaugural Gala will be held Saturday, January 19 at the Tony and Joe’s Seafood Place at Washington Harbour. Tickets range from $250 to $150. (credit:WikiMedia:)
Saturday, January 19: National Bar Association Legacy Inaugural Ball(17 of53)
The National Bar Association Legacy Inaugural Ball will be held Saturday, January 19 at the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum. Tickets are $300. (credit:<a href="http://www.flickr.com/" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="Flickr" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5be46754e4b0564518c37075" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.flickr.com/" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="77" data-vars-position-in-unit="81">Flickr</a>:<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/91660525@N04/8324762195" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="florianlackner" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5be46754e4b0564518c37075" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.flickr.com/photos/91660525@N04/8324762195" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="78" data-vars-position-in-unit="82">florianlackner</a>)
Saturday, January 19: OurTime.org GENERATION NOW Party(18 of53)
The OurTime.org GENERATION NOW Party will be held Saturday, January 19 at the Donald W. Reynolds Center for American Art and Portraiture. Tickets are $150 and $75. (credit:<a href="http://www.flickr.com/" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="Flickr" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5be46754e4b0564518c37075" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.flickr.com/" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="74" data-vars-position-in-unit="78">Flickr</a>:<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/28567825@N03/5035443908" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="cliff1066™" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5be46754e4b0564518c37075" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.flickr.com/photos/28567825@N03/5035443908" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="75" data-vars-position-in-unit="79">cliff1066™</a>)
Saturday, January 19: Stafford Branch of the NAACP Inaugural Gala(19 of53)
The Stafford Branch of the NAACP Inaugural Gala will be held Saturday, January 19 at the Fredericksburg Expo and Conference Center. Tickets are $100. President Obama is not scheduled to appear. (credit:Getty Images)
Saturday, January 19: Tilted Torch: Vaudeville’s Only Inaugural Ball(20 of53)
Tilted Torch: Vaudeville’s Only Inaugural Ball will be held Saturday, January 19 at 9th & Beats. Tickets range from $15 to $20. (credit:Tilted Torch)
Saturday, January 19: Virgin Islands Association Inaugural Ball(21 of53)
The Virgin Islands Association Inaugural Ball will be held Saturday, January 19 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Old Town Alexandria. The event has sold out. (credit:WikiMedia:)
Sunday, January 20: 12th American Indian Inaugural Ball(22 of53)
The 12th American Indian Inaugural Ball will be held Sunday, January 20 at the Crystal Gateway Marriott. Tickets are $140. (credit:WikiMedia:)
Sunday, January 20: 2013 Green Inaugural Ball(23 of53)
The 2013 Green Inaugural Ball will be held Sunday, January 20 at the Newseum. Tickets are $400. (credit:<a href="http://www.flickr.com/" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="Flickr" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5be46754e4b0564518c37075" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.flickr.com/" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="67" data-vars-position-in-unit="71">Flickr</a>:<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/22711505@N05/8236225564" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="Ron Cogswell" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5be46754e4b0564518c37075" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.flickr.com/photos/22711505@N05/8236225564" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="68" data-vars-position-in-unit="72">Ron Cogswell</a>)
Sunday, January 20: African American Church Inaugural Ball(24 of53)
The African American Church Inaugural Ball will be held Sunday, January 20 at the Grand Hyatt Washington. Tickets are $300. (credit:Getty Images)
Sunday, January 20: All American Inaugural Ball(25 of53)
The All American Inaugural Ball will be held Sunday, January 20 at the Hyatt Regency in Capitol Hill. Tickets are $175. (credit:Getty Images)
Sunday, January 20: The Dream Realized Inaugural Ball(26 of53)
The Dream Realized Inaugural Ball will be held Sunday, January 20 at Camelot by Martins. Tickets are $75. The Obama's are not scheduled to appear. (credit:<a href="http://www.flickr.com/" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="Flickr" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5be46754e4b0564518c37075" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.flickr.com/" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="62" data-vars-position-in-unit="66">Flickr</a>:<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54323860@N06/6850921065" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="U.S. Embassy New Delhi" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5be46754e4b0564518c37075" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.flickr.com/photos/54323860@N06/6850921065" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="63" data-vars-position-in-unit="67">U.S. Embassy New Delhi</a>)
Sunday, January 20: HBCU Buzz Show & the Blis.FM Family Inauguration Gala(27 of53)
The HBCU Buzz Show & the Blis.FM Family Inauguration Gala will be held Sunday, January 20 at the North Hall at Eastern Market. Tickets range from $32.50 to $65. (credit:<a href="http://www.flickr.com/" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="Flickr" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5be46754e4b0564518c37075" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.flickr.com/" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="59" data-vars-position-in-unit="63">Flickr</a>:<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/48445211@N06/8047278973" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="US Department of Education" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5be46754e4b0564518c37075" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.flickr.com/photos/48445211@N06/8047278973" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="60" data-vars-position-in-unit="64">US Department of Education</a>)
Sunday, January 20: White House Party 2: The Artist's Inaugural Ball (28 of53)
The White House Party 2: The Artist's Inaugural Ball will be held on Sunday, January 20 at the Rock and Roll Hotel. Tickets are $70. (credit:<a href="http://www.flickr.com/" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="Flickr" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5be46754e4b0564518c37075" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.flickr.com/" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="56" data-vars-position-in-unit="60">Flickr</a>:<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/46614245@N00/3572717135" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="methTICALman" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5be46754e4b0564518c37075" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.flickr.com/photos/46614245@N00/3572717135" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="57" data-vars-position-in-unit="61">methTICALman</a>)
Sunday, January 20: HBCU Inaugural Gala Ball(29 of53)
The HBCU Inaugural Gala Ball will be held Sunday, January 20 at The Sphinx Club at Franklin Square. Tickets are $250. (credit:WikiMedia:)
Sunday, January 20: HBCU Presidential Inauguration Ball(30 of53)
The HBCU Presidential Inauguration Ball will be held Sunday, January 20 at the International Spy Museum. Tickets are $100 for individual tickets, $150 for couples. (credit:<a href="http://www.flickr.com/" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="Flickr" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5be46754e4b0564518c37075" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.flickr.com/" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="52" data-vars-position-in-unit="56">Flickr</a>:<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/66489750@N00/8216249646" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="shinya" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5be46754e4b0564518c37075" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.flickr.com/photos/66489750@N00/8216249646" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="53" data-vars-position-in-unit="57">shinya</a>)
Sunday, January 20: H.O.P.E. Inaugural Youth Ball(31 of53)
The H.O.P.E. Inaugural Youth Ball will be Sunday, January 20 at the Howard Theatre. Tickets are $100. (credit:<a href="http://www.flickr.com/" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="Flickr" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5be46754e4b0564518c37075" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.flickr.com/" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="49" data-vars-position-in-unit="53">Flickr</a>:<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/79813254@N05/8077900424" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="DC Illustrated by David Gaines" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5be46754e4b0564518c37075" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.flickr.com/photos/79813254@N05/8077900424" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="50" data-vars-position-in-unit="54">DC Illustrated by David Gaines</a>)
Sunday, January 20: Jack and Jill of America, Inc., Montgomery County Maryland Chapter Heritage Inaugural Ball(32 of53)
The Jack and Jill of America, Inc., Montgomery County Maryland Chapter Heritage Inaugural Ball will be held Sunday, January 20 at the Silver Spring Civic Center. Tickets are $50 for adults, $25 for children ages 5 to 17. (credit:<a href="http://www.flickr.com/" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="Flickr" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5be46754e4b0564518c37075" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.flickr.com/" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="46" data-vars-position-in-unit="50">Flickr</a>:<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/13983135@N08/7298873762" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="Shardayyy" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5be46754e4b0564518c37075" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.flickr.com/photos/13983135@N08/7298873762" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="47" data-vars-position-in-unit="51">Shardayyy</a>)
Sunday, January 20: Latino Inaugural 2013(33 of53)
The Latino Inaugural 2013 will be held Sunday, January 20 at the Kennedy Center. Tickets range from $150 to $300. (credit:<a href="http://www.flickr.com/" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="Flickr" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5be46754e4b0564518c37075" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.flickr.com/" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="43" data-vars-position-in-unit="47">Flickr</a>:<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/7969782@N08/8323555124" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="bnedwek" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5be46754e4b0564518c37075" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.flickr.com/photos/7969782@N08/8323555124" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="44" data-vars-position-in-unit="48">bnedwek</a>)
Sunday, January 20: The Peace Ball: Voices of Hope and Resistance(34 of53)
The Peace Ball: Voices of Hope and Resistance will be at the Arena Stage at The Mead Center For American Theater on Sunday, January 20. Tickets are $135. (credit:<a href="http://www.flickr.com/" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="Flickr" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5be46754e4b0564518c37075" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.flickr.com/" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="40" data-vars-position-in-unit="44">Flickr</a>:<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/22711505@N05/7062851721" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="Ron Cogswell" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5be46754e4b0564518c37075" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.flickr.com/photos/22711505@N05/7062851721" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="41" data-vars-position-in-unit="45">Ron Cogswell</a>)
Sunday, January 20: Presidential Gala(35 of53)
The Presidential Gala will be held Sunday, January 20 at the Bolling AirForce Base Club/Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling. Tickets are $150. (credit:<a href="http://www.flickr.com/" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="Flickr" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5be46754e4b0564518c37075" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.flickr.com/" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="37" data-vars-position-in-unit="41">Flickr</a>:<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/56594044@N06/6085988894" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="Official U.S. Navy Imagery" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5be46754e4b0564518c37075" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.flickr.com/photos/56594044@N06/6085988894" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="38" data-vars-position-in-unit="42">Official U.S. Navy Imagery</a>)
Sunday, January 20: Presidential Pearl Gala(36 of53)
The Presidential Pearl Gala will be held Sunday, January 20 at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel. Tickets are $250. (credit:Getty Images)
Sunday, January 20: Rhythm and Blues Reloaded Inaugural Ball(37 of53)
The Rhythm and Blues Reloaded Inaugural Ball will feature Lt Governor Anthony Brown and be held Sunday, January 20 at George of DC. Tickets are $75. (credit:<a href="http://www.flickr.com/" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="Flickr" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5be46754e4b0564518c37075" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.flickr.com/" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="33" data-vars-position-in-unit="37">Flickr</a>:<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/64018555@N03/8315270270" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="MDGovpics" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5be46754e4b0564518c37075" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.flickr.com/photos/64018555@N03/8315270270" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="34" data-vars-position-in-unit="38">MDGovpics</a>)
Sunday, January 20: Second Chances Gospel Concert and Prayer Service(38 of53)
The Second Chances Gospel Concert and Prayer Service will be held Sunday, January 20 at the Metropolitan AME Church. Tickets range from $35 to $55. (credit:Getty Images)
Sunday, January 20: Servant Forge Inaugural Ball(39 of53)
The Servant Forge Inaugural Ball will be held Sunday, January 20 at Historic Terminal A Lobby at Reagan National Airport. Tickets are $155. (credit:<a href="http://www.flickr.com/" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="Flickr" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5be46754e4b0564518c37075" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.flickr.com/" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="29" data-vars-position-in-unit="33">Flickr</a>:<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/22711505@N05/6865158129" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="Ron Cogswell" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5be46754e4b0564518c37075" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.flickr.com/photos/22711505@N05/6865158129" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="30" data-vars-position-in-unit="34">Ron Cogswell</a>)
Sunday, January 20: Yoga Ball 2013(40 of53)
The Yoga Ball 2013 will be held Sunday, January 20 at St. Francis Hall. Tickets are $50. (credit:<a href="http://www.flickr.com/" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="Flickr" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5be46754e4b0564518c37075" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.flickr.com/" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="26" data-vars-position-in-unit="30">Flickr</a>:<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/30011527@N05/4512735160" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="lululemon athletica" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5be46754e4b0564518c37075" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.flickr.com/photos/30011527@N05/4512735160" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="27" data-vars-position-in-unit="31">lululemon athletica</a>)
Monday, January 21: African Ambassadors Inaugural African Ball(41 of53)
The African Ambassadors Inaugural African Ball will be held Monday, January 21 at the Carnegie Library at Mt. Vernon Square. Tickets are $250. (credit:<a href="http://www.flickr.com/" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="Flickr" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5be46754e4b0564518c37075" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.flickr.com/" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="23" data-vars-position-in-unit="27">Flickr</a>:<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/7471115@N08/2755358896" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="Mr. T in DC" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5be46754e4b0564518c37075" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.flickr.com/photos/7471115@N08/2755358896" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="24" data-vars-position-in-unit="28">Mr. T in DC</a>)
Monday, January 21: Black McDonald’s Operators Association Inaugural Ball(42 of53)
The Black McDonald’s Operators Association Inaugural Ball will be held Monday, January 21 at The City Club of Washington. Tickets are $250. The Ball is a fundraiser to support youth programs. (credit:Getty Images)
Monday, January 21: BYT Presents: 2013 Inauguration Spectacular (43 of53)
The BYT Presents: 2013 Inauguration Spectacular will be held Monday, January 21 at the Bohemian Caverns / LIV Nightclub / Tap & Parlour complex. Tickets are $15 to $25. (credit:Brightest Young Things)
Monday, January 21: ChurchKey’s Inaugural Brewers Ball(44 of53)
ChurchKey’s Inaugural Brewers Ball will be held Monday, January 21. Tickets are $150. (credit:<a href="http://www.flickr.com/" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="Flickr" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5be46754e4b0564518c37075" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.flickr.com/" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="18" data-vars-position-in-unit="22">Flickr</a>:<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/67975030@N00/4502211652" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="Bernt Rostad" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5be46754e4b0564518c37075" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.flickr.com/photos/67975030@N00/4502211652" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="19" data-vars-position-in-unit="23">Bernt Rostad</a>)
Monday, January 21: George Washington University Inaugural Ball(45 of53)
The George Washington University Inaugural Ball will be held Monday, January 21 at the Omni Shoreham Hotel. Tickets range from $100 to $150. The photo shows First Lady Michelle Obama speaking at the Omni. She is not scheduled to make an appearance. (credit:Getty Images)
Monday, January 21: Glen Echo Inaugural Ball(46 of53)
The Glen Echo Inaugural Ball will be held on Monday, January 21 in Glen Echo Park’s Spanish Ballroom. Tickets are $20. (credit:<a href="http://www.flickr.com/" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="Flickr" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5be46754e4b0564518c37075" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.flickr.com/" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="14" data-vars-position-in-unit="18">Flickr</a>:<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/40054243@N00/7177651281" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="sikeri" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5be46754e4b0564518c37075" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.flickr.com/photos/40054243@N00/7177651281" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="15" data-vars-position-in-unit="19">sikeri</a>)
Monday, January 21: Global Peace Inaugural Ball(47 of53)
The Global Peace Inaugural Ball will be held Monday, January 21 at the Hyatt Regency Capitol Hill. Tickets are $250. (credit:Getty Images)
Monday, January 21: Inaugural Ball for the Rest of Us: Four More Years(48 of53)
The Inaugural Ball for the Rest of Us: Four More Years will be held on Monday, January 21 at the Washington DCJCC. Tickets range from $55 to $65. (credit:WikiMedia:)
Monday, January 21: Muslim Inaugural Gala(49 of53)
The Muslim Inaugural Gala will be held Monday, January 21 at the Eastern Market's North Hall. Tickets are $100. (credit:<a href="http://www.flickr.com/" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="Flickr" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5be46754e4b0564518c37075" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.flickr.com/" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="9" data-vars-position-in-unit="13">Flickr</a>:<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/73645804@N00/5628862443" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="woodleywonderworks" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5be46754e4b0564518c37075" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.flickr.com/photos/73645804@N00/5628862443" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="10" data-vars-position-in-unit="14">woodleywonderworks</a>)
Monday, January 21: National Congress of Black Women Inaugural Celebration(50 of53)
The National Congress of Black Women Inaugural Celebration will be held Monday, January 21 at Jenny's on the Waterfront. Tickets are $125. Nancy Pelosi and Michelle Obama are not scheduled to appear. (credit:<a href="http://www.flickr.com/" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="Flickr" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5be46754e4b0564518c37075" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.flickr.com/" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="6" data-vars-position-in-unit="10">Flickr</a>:<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/11461909@N06/3483318565" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="Leader Nancy Pelosi" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5be46754e4b0564518c37075" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.flickr.com/photos/11461909@N06/3483318565" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="7" data-vars-position-in-unit="11">Leader Nancy Pelosi</a>)
Monday, January 21: Native Nations Inaugural Ball(51 of53)
The Native Nations Inaugural Ball will be held at the National Museum of the American Indian on Monday, January 21. Tickets are $1,000. Funds will go towards educational programs at the Museum. (credit:<a href="http://www.flickr.com/" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="Flickr" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5be46754e4b0564518c37075" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.flickr.com/" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="3" data-vars-position-in-unit="7">Flickr</a>:<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/62091376@N03/8320384266" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="Erik Daniel Drost" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5be46754e4b0564518c37075" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.flickr.com/photos/62091376@N03/8320384266" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="4" data-vars-position-in-unit="8">Erik Daniel Drost</a>)
Monday, January 21: Out For Equality Celebration(52 of53)
The Out For Equality Celebration will be held Monday, January 21 at the Mayflower Renaissance Hotel. Tickets are $375. The photo shows scheduled performer Cyndi Lauper. (credit:Getty Images)
Monday, January 21: Victory Inaugural Ball(53 of53)
The Victory Inaugural Ball will be held Monday, January 21 at the Washington Marriott Wardman Park Hotel. Tickets are $200. The photo shows President Obama speaking at the Marriott Wardman Park Hotel. He is not scheduled to appear at this ball. (credit:Getty Images)
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