Official Inaugural Balls:
Ten official balls, planned by the Presidential Inaugural Committee, will be held on the night of January 20, 2009 and are the only ones that the Obamas and Bidens are guaranteed to attend.Neighborhood Inaugural Ball - Washington Convention Center, 801 Mount Vernon Place, NW. In keeping with his commitment to make this inaugural celebration open and accessible to all Americans, President-elect Barack Obama will host the first-ever “Neighborhood Inaugural Ball” with tickets available free or at an affordable price. It is the first official inaugural ball of its kind to be held during a presidential inauguration. It will air live on ABC 8:00 - 10:00 p.m. ET/PT. Read more
- Neighborhood Inaugural Ball - Washington Convention Center, 801 Mount Vernon Place, NW. In keeping with his commitment to make this inaugural celebration open and accessible to all Americans, President-elect Barack Obama will host the first-ever “Neighborhood Inaugural Ball” with tickets available free or at an affordable price. It is the first official inaugural ball of its kind to be held during a presidential inauguration. It will air live on ABC 8:00 - 10:00 p.m. ET/PT. Read more
- Commander-in-Chief's Inaugural Ball - National Building Museum, 401 F St. NW. The ball is in honor of the country's active duty and reserve military. Invited guests will include wounded warriors (Purple Heart recipients), families of fallen heroes, and spouses of deployed military. Tickets will be provided free of charge to all invited guests. This event is not open to the general public.
- Youth Inaugural Ball - For Ages 18-35 - Washington Hilton, 1919 Connecticut Ave. NW. This ball will celebrate the inauguration and the role young Americans can play to serve their communities. Tickets $75.
- Obama Home States Inaugural Ball - Washington Convention Center, 801 Mount Vernon Place, NW. Illinois and Hawaii invited guests. Tickets: $150.
- Biden Home States Inaugural Ball - Washington Convention Center, 801 Mount Vernon Place, NW. Delaware and Pennsylvania invited guests. Tickets: $150.
- Eastern Inaugural Ball - Union Station, 40 Massachusetts Ave NE. CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT, PR, and USVI invited guests. Tickets: $150.
- Mid-Atlantic Inaugural Ball - Washington Convention Center, 801 Mount Vernon Place, NW. MD, VA, DC, NY, NJ, and WV invited guests. Tickets: $150.
- Midwest Inaugural Ball - Washington Convention Center, 801 Mount Vernon Place, NW. KS, IN, IA, MI, MN, ND, NE, OH, SD, WI, and MO invited guests. Tickets: $150.
- Southern Inaugural Ball - National Guard Armory, 2001 East Capitol St. SE. AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, and TX invited guests. Tickets: $150.
- Western Inaugural Ball - Washington Convention Center, 801 Mount Vernon Place, NW. AK, CA, ID, MT, OR, WA, WY, AZ, CO, NV, NM, UT, OK, GUAM/AS and invited guests. Tickets: $150.
More Inaugural Balls, Galas and Events:
Many inaugural balls and galas will take place at venues throughout the Washington, DC area in January 2009. This inaugural celebration guide includes official and unofficial balls and will be updated as events are announced.
Pre-Inaugural and Inaugural Ball Cruises
Jan. 16, 17 and 20, 2009. The Spirit of Washington and Odyssey III invite the public to celebrate with friends and family on special inaugural themed cruises. Only the Inauguration Ball Cruise (on Jan. 20) will be black tie, but all cruises will feature patriot-themed décor, live music and dining. Tickets: $68-101.
A Historical Affair
Jan. 16, 2009. United States Chamber of Congress, 1615 H St., NW. Sponsored by the National Congress of Black Women. Tickets: $135 Dessert Reception, $285 Dinner.
People's Inaugural Premier
Jan. 16, 2009. Historical Society of Washington, DC, 801 K St., NW. Celebrating a new generation of grassroots activists. Tickets: $75.
Audacity of Hope Ball
Jan. 17, 2009. Fairmont Washington Hotel, 2401 M St. NW. Proceeds benefit Returning Wounded Soldiers from Iraq and their Families. Tickets: $350. Call or email
A Celebration of Change Inaugural Ball
Jan. 17, 2009. Hyatt Regency, 400 New Jersey Ave. Sponsored by The Babyboomer Professionals. Tickets: $175.
Cool Inaugural Ball
Jan. 17, 2009. Josephine Butler Parks Center, 2437 15th Street NW. Sponsored by Cool Capital Challenge and the Washington DC Chapter of the Sierra Club. Tickets: $100 at the door, $75 in advance.
Inaugural Ball – “The Dream Realized”
Jan. 17, 2009. Camelot by Martins, 13905 Central Ave. Upper Marlboro, MD. Formal dinner gala, Live entertainment, special guest soloist, video tribute and more. Hosted by volunteers from the Obama For America organization. Tickets: $75
Green Inaugural Ball
Jan. 17, 2009. Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium, 1301 Constitution Ave. NW. DC’s most environmentally-friendly pre-Inaugural celebration. Headline performance by Wyclef Jean. Organic food and drink, LED lighting, entertainment audio-visual production will be tailored to minimize environmental impact. Tickets: $500.
H.O.P.E. (Honoring Our President-Elect) Inaugural Youth Ball
Jan. 17, 2009. Trinity University, 125 Michigan Ave. NE. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to National Network for Youth. Tickets: $75 first 200 sold - $100 thereafter.
National Council of Women’s Organizations Inaugural Ball
Jan. 17, 2009. President James Monroe Mansion, 2017 Pennsylvania Ave., NW. Commemorating the role of women in President-Elect Obama's historic victory and honoring women leaders in politics. Performance by 2009 Grammy nominee Wayna. Tickets: $500.
People's Inaugural Ball
Jan. 17, 2009. Historical Society of Washington, DC, 801 K St., NW. Celebrating a new generation of grassroots activists. Tickets: $125.
Spirit of Asia in America: Presidential Inaugural Reception
Jan 17, 2009. The St. Regis, Astor Ballroom, 16th & K Sts. NW. The Asia Society invites the public to celebrate the democratic process and the contributions of Asian Americans to this historic Presidential election. Tickets: Members $100 per person, $175 per couple. Non-members $150 per person, $275 per couple.
African Diaspora Inaugural Ball
Jan. 18, 2009. Harman Center for the Arts, 610 F Street, NW. The Ball features Grammy award winner Angelique Kidjo, Grammy-award nominated Les Nubians, international Haitian songwriter Bélo and more of the brightest stars from the African Diaspora. Tickets: $150 and up.
Pre-Inaugural and Inaugural Ball Cruises
Jan. 16, 17 and 20, 2009. The Spirit of Washington and Odyssey III invite the public to celebrate with friends and family on special inaugural themed cruises. Only the Inauguration Ball Cruise (on Jan. 20) will be black tie, but all cruises will feature patriot-themed décor, live music and dining. Tickets: $68-101.
A Historical Affair
Jan. 16, 2009. United States Chamber of Congress, 1615 H St., NW. Sponsored by the National Congress of Black Women. Tickets: $135 Dessert Reception, $285 Dinner.
People's Inaugural Premier
Jan. 16, 2009. Historical Society of Washington, DC, 801 K St., NW. Celebrating a new generation of grassroots activists. Tickets: $75.
Audacity of Hope Ball
Jan. 17, 2009. Fairmont Washington Hotel, 2401 M St. NW. Proceeds benefit Returning Wounded Soldiers from Iraq and their Families. Tickets: $350. Call or email
A Celebration of Change Inaugural Ball
Jan. 17, 2009. Hyatt Regency, 400 New Jersey Ave. Sponsored by The Babyboomer Professionals. Tickets: $175.
Cool Inaugural Ball
Jan. 17, 2009. Josephine Butler Parks Center, 2437 15th Street NW. Sponsored by Cool Capital Challenge and the Washington DC Chapter of the Sierra Club. Tickets: $100 at the door, $75 in advance.
Inaugural Ball – “The Dream Realized”
Jan. 17, 2009. Camelot by Martins, 13905 Central Ave. Upper Marlboro, MD. Formal dinner gala, Live entertainment, special guest soloist, video tribute and more. Hosted by volunteers from the Obama For America organization. Tickets: $75
Green Inaugural Ball
Jan. 17, 2009. Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium, 1301 Constitution Ave. NW. DC’s most environmentally-friendly pre-Inaugural celebration. Headline performance by Wyclef Jean. Organic food and drink, LED lighting, entertainment audio-visual production will be tailored to minimize environmental impact. Tickets: $500.
H.O.P.E. (Honoring Our President-Elect) Inaugural Youth Ball
Jan. 17, 2009. Trinity University, 125 Michigan Ave. NE. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to National Network for Youth. Tickets: $75 first 200 sold - $100 thereafter.
National Council of Women’s Organizations Inaugural Ball
Jan. 17, 2009. President James Monroe Mansion, 2017 Pennsylvania Ave., NW. Commemorating the role of women in President-Elect Obama's historic victory and honoring women leaders in politics. Performance by 2009 Grammy nominee Wayna. Tickets: $500.
People's Inaugural Ball
Jan. 17, 2009. Historical Society of Washington, DC, 801 K St., NW. Celebrating a new generation of grassroots activists. Tickets: $125.
Spirit of Asia in America: Presidential Inaugural Reception
Jan 17, 2009. The St. Regis, Astor Ballroom, 16th & K Sts. NW. The Asia Society invites the public to celebrate the democratic process and the contributions of Asian Americans to this historic Presidential election. Tickets: Members $100 per person, $175 per couple. Non-members $150 per person, $275 per couple.
African Diaspora Inaugural Ball
Jan. 18, 2009. Harman Center for the Arts, 610 F Street, NW. The Ball features Grammy award winner Angelique Kidjo, Grammy-award nominated Les Nubians, international Haitian songwriter Bélo and more of the brightest stars from the African Diaspora. Tickets: $150 and up.
California State Society Inaugural Fashion Show & Lunch
Jan. 18, 2009, 11:30 a.m. Ritz-Carlton Hotel, 1150 22nd St. NW.
California Bash - California Democratic Party Inaugural Ball
Jan. 18, 2009. Smithsonian Air and Space Museum, National Mall. Tickets: $150.
Children's Inaugural Ball
Jan. 18, 2009 - FREE Daytime Event. Historical Society of Washington, DC, 801 K Street, NW. Free tickets are required. Sponsored by Every Child Matters Education Fund. Live music, arts and crafts, interactive exhibits, play areas, and a story-time stage. - WAITING LIST.
Jan. 18, 2009, 11:30 a.m. Ritz-Carlton Hotel, 1150 22nd St. NW.
California Bash - California Democratic Party Inaugural Ball
Jan. 18, 2009. Smithsonian Air and Space Museum, National Mall. Tickets: $150.
Children's Inaugural Ball
Jan. 18, 2009 - FREE Daytime Event. Historical Society of Washington, DC, 801 K Street, NW. Free tickets are required. Sponsored by Every Child Matters Education Fund. Live music, arts and crafts, interactive exhibits, play areas, and a story-time stage. - WAITING LIST.
Disability Power and Pride Inaugural Ball
Jan. 18, 2009. National Press Club, 529 14th St. NW, 13th Floor. Sponsored by the American Association of People with Disabilities. Tickets: $100.
"Dreams from My Father" American Scholars Inaugural Ball
Jan. 18, 2009. Four Seasons Hotel, 2800 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. The black-tie event will bring together notable businesspersons, political figures and entertainers for an intergenerational celebration. Tickets: $350-$550.
Jan. 18, 2009. The James Monroe Mansion, 2017 I St., NW. Sponsored by Embassies of the Federal Republic of Ethiopia and the Republic of Ghana. Tickets: $350.
The 2009 Hope Won Inaugural Gala
Jan. 18, 2009. Westin Annapolis, 100 Westgate Circle, Annapolis, MD. Sponsored by Therapeutic Wellness LLC to benefit the Diane Freeman Foundation. Black tie, four course dinner, live music, silent auction. Tickets: $150.
Junior State of America Inaugural Event
Jan. 18, 2009. Hotel Monaco, 700 F Street NW. Hosted by the Junior State of America and The Junior Statesmen Foundation. Tickets: $75, or sponsorship levels available. Contact .
Lincoln 2.0 Inaugural Ball
Jan. 18, 2009. Smithsonian American Art Museum, 8th and F Sts. NW. Sponsored by Destination DC. Celebrate the Obama inauguration in the landmark building where Lincoln celebrated his own inauguration in 1865. Proceeds benefit The American Art Museum and The American Experience Foundation, a charity that develops national programs to educate the public about the arts, culture, American democracy and unique heritage of Washington, DC. Black tie, Victorian attire welcome. Tickets: $375.
Metropolitan Gala on the Georgetown Waterfront
Jan. 18, 2009. 3050 K St., NW. Event located at 3 restaurants along the Potomac River: Tony & Joe's, Cabanas and Nick's Riverside Grill. Heated tents will connect the venues as well provide comfortable access along the river walkway. Portions of the ticket proceeds will be donated to Behind the Bench, The NBA Wive's Association, a charitable organization as well as Peoples Involvement Corporation, a non-profit organization that provides job training and affordable housing to residents of DC. Tickets: $300.
National Association of Manufacturers Gala Celebration
Jan. 18, 2009. Ronald Reagan International Trade Center, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Tickets: $200.
People's Inaugural LGBT Gala
Jan. 18, 2009. Historical Society of Washington, DC, 801 K St., NW. Celebrating LGBT grassroots activists. Tickets: $100.
2009 Green Inaugural Ball (Hosted by Al Gore)
Jan. 19, 2009. National Portrait Gallery. SOLD OUT.
American Indian Inaugural Ball
Jan. 19, 20 and 21, 2009. Hyatt Regency Crystal City, 2799 Jefferson Davis Highway, Arlington, VA. Three events celebrate Native American leaders, organizations, artists and musicians. Tickets: $110-150.
Arkansas State Society Ball
Jan. 19, 2009. National Press Club, 529 14th St. NW. Tickets: $125.
Dream Makers Inaugural Ball
Jan. 19, 2009. Bobby Vans Grill, 1201 New York Ave. Proceeds will benefit John Lewis Scholarship Fund, National Action Network and Rainbow Push Coalition. Tickets: $250.
Georgia State Society of Washington, DC
Jan. 19, 2009. Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, 10th and Constitution Avenue NW. Tickets: $200.
HBCU Inaugural Gala Ball
Jan. 19, 2009. Sequoia at Washington Harbour, 3000 K St. NW. Sponsored by Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Tickets: $300.
Historical Inaugural Ball
Jan. 19, 2009. Historical Society of Washington, 801 K St. NW. The ball celebrates the inauguration of Barack Obama and the birthday of Martin Luther King Jr. Tickets: $200 .
History in the Making, “A Dream & A Change” Inaugural Ball
Jan. 19, 2009. Sheraton Crystal City Hotel, 1800 Jefferson Davis Hwy, Arlington, VA. Sponsored by The Babyboomer Professionals. Gala theme is "On the shoulders of heroes". Celebrating the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and the victory of president-elect Barack Obama. Event is open to all. Tickets: must be purchased before December 15th, $199.
Illinois State Society of Inaugural Gala
Jan. 19, 2009. Renaissance Washington Hotel, 999 9th St. NW. - SOLD OUT
Indiana Society Inaugural Gala
Jan. 19, 2009. Omni-Shoreham Hotel, 2500 Calvert St. NW. Tickets: $295 before Dec. 19, $350 after.
Kentucky Society Bluegrass Ball
Jan. 19, 2009. Marriott Wardman Park Hotel, 2660 Woodley Roads NW. Tickets: $178.50.
Nebraska Society Inaugural Brunch
Jan. 19, 2009. The Columbus Club, Union Station, 50 Massachusetts Avenue, NE. Tickets: $45.
New Hampshire State Society Inaugural Reception
Jan. 19, 2009. Willard-Intercontinental Hotel, 1401 Pennsylvania Ave. NW - SOLD OUT
New Mexico State Society Inaugural Ball
Jan. 19, 2009. Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian, 4th St. and Independence Ave. SW.
North Carolina State Society Ball
Jan. 19, 2009. Marriott Wardman Park Hotel – SOLD OUT
One People, One Nation United
Jan. 19, 2009. City Club at Franklin Square, 1300 Eye St. NW. Sponsored by the Imagen Foundation which promotes diversity in the entertainment industry. Tickets: $125 before Jan. 16, $155 after. Call ext. 203 or 205; or email .
Smithsonian National Museum of African Art and Community Healing Network Inaugural Celebration
Jan. 19, 2009. National Museum of African Art, 950 Independence Avenue, SW. Champagne reception with cultural offerings of music, dance, and live entertainment. Tickets: $175 before Jan. 9, $200 after.
Jan. 18, 2009. National Press Club, 529 14th St. NW, 13th Floor. Sponsored by the American Association of People with Disabilities. Tickets: $100.
"Dreams from My Father" American Scholars Inaugural Ball
Jan. 18, 2009. Four Seasons Hotel, 2800 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. The black-tie event will bring together notable businesspersons, political figures and entertainers for an intergenerational celebration. Tickets: $350-$550.
Jan. 18, 2009. The James Monroe Mansion, 2017 I St., NW. Sponsored by Embassies of the Federal Republic of Ethiopia and the Republic of Ghana. Tickets: $350.
The 2009 Hope Won Inaugural Gala
Jan. 18, 2009. Westin Annapolis, 100 Westgate Circle, Annapolis, MD. Sponsored by Therapeutic Wellness LLC to benefit the Diane Freeman Foundation. Black tie, four course dinner, live music, silent auction. Tickets: $150.
Junior State of America Inaugural Event
Jan. 18, 2009. Hotel Monaco, 700 F Street NW. Hosted by the Junior State of America and The Junior Statesmen Foundation. Tickets: $75, or sponsorship levels available. Contact .
Lincoln 2.0 Inaugural Ball
Jan. 18, 2009. Smithsonian American Art Museum, 8th and F Sts. NW. Sponsored by Destination DC. Celebrate the Obama inauguration in the landmark building where Lincoln celebrated his own inauguration in 1865. Proceeds benefit The American Art Museum and The American Experience Foundation, a charity that develops national programs to educate the public about the arts, culture, American democracy and unique heritage of Washington, DC. Black tie, Victorian attire welcome. Tickets: $375.
Metropolitan Gala on the Georgetown Waterfront
Jan. 18, 2009. 3050 K St., NW. Event located at 3 restaurants along the Potomac River: Tony & Joe's, Cabanas and Nick's Riverside Grill. Heated tents will connect the venues as well provide comfortable access along the river walkway. Portions of the ticket proceeds will be donated to Behind the Bench, The NBA Wive's Association, a charitable organization as well as Peoples Involvement Corporation, a non-profit organization that provides job training and affordable housing to residents of DC. Tickets: $300.
National Association of Manufacturers Gala Celebration
Jan. 18, 2009. Ronald Reagan International Trade Center, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Tickets: $200.
People's Inaugural LGBT Gala
Jan. 18, 2009. Historical Society of Washington, DC, 801 K St., NW. Celebrating LGBT grassroots activists. Tickets: $100.
2009 Green Inaugural Ball (Hosted by Al Gore)
Jan. 19, 2009. National Portrait Gallery. SOLD OUT.
American Indian Inaugural Ball
Jan. 19, 20 and 21, 2009. Hyatt Regency Crystal City, 2799 Jefferson Davis Highway, Arlington, VA. Three events celebrate Native American leaders, organizations, artists and musicians. Tickets: $110-150.
Arkansas State Society Ball
Jan. 19, 2009. National Press Club, 529 14th St. NW. Tickets: $125.
Dream Makers Inaugural Ball
Jan. 19, 2009. Bobby Vans Grill, 1201 New York Ave. Proceeds will benefit John Lewis Scholarship Fund, National Action Network and Rainbow Push Coalition. Tickets: $250.
Georgia State Society of Washington, DC
Jan. 19, 2009. Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, 10th and Constitution Avenue NW. Tickets: $200.
HBCU Inaugural Gala Ball
Jan. 19, 2009. Sequoia at Washington Harbour, 3000 K St. NW. Sponsored by Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Tickets: $300.
Historical Inaugural Ball
Jan. 19, 2009. Historical Society of Washington, 801 K St. NW. The ball celebrates the inauguration of Barack Obama and the birthday of Martin Luther King Jr. Tickets: $200 .
History in the Making, “A Dream & A Change” Inaugural Ball
Jan. 19, 2009. Sheraton Crystal City Hotel, 1800 Jefferson Davis Hwy, Arlington, VA. Sponsored by The Babyboomer Professionals. Gala theme is "On the shoulders of heroes". Celebrating the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and the victory of president-elect Barack Obama. Event is open to all. Tickets: must be purchased before December 15th, $199.
Illinois State Society of Inaugural Gala
Jan. 19, 2009. Renaissance Washington Hotel, 999 9th St. NW. - SOLD OUT
Indiana Society Inaugural Gala
Jan. 19, 2009. Omni-Shoreham Hotel, 2500 Calvert St. NW. Tickets: $295 before Dec. 19, $350 after.
Kentucky Society Bluegrass Ball
Jan. 19, 2009. Marriott Wardman Park Hotel, 2660 Woodley Roads NW. Tickets: $178.50.
Nebraska Society Inaugural Brunch
Jan. 19, 2009. The Columbus Club, Union Station, 50 Massachusetts Avenue, NE. Tickets: $45.
New Hampshire State Society Inaugural Reception
Jan. 19, 2009. Willard-Intercontinental Hotel, 1401 Pennsylvania Ave. NW - SOLD OUT
New Mexico State Society Inaugural Ball
Jan. 19, 2009. Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian, 4th St. and Independence Ave. SW.
North Carolina State Society Ball
Jan. 19, 2009. Marriott Wardman Park Hotel – SOLD OUT
One People, One Nation United
Jan. 19, 2009. City Club at Franklin Square, 1300 Eye St. NW. Sponsored by the Imagen Foundation which promotes diversity in the entertainment industry. Tickets: $125 before Jan. 16, $155 after. Call ext. 203 or 205; or email .
Smithsonian National Museum of African Art and Community Healing Network Inaugural Celebration
Jan. 19, 2009. National Museum of African Art, 950 Independence Avenue, SW. Champagne reception with cultural offerings of music, dance, and live entertainment. Tickets: $175 before Jan. 9, $200 after.
South Carolina State Society Inaugural Gala
Jan. 19, 2009. Smithsonian Air and Space Museum, Independence Ave. at 7th St. SW. SOLD OUT
Texas State Society Black Tie and Boots Inaugural Ball
Jan. 19, 2009. Gaylord National Resort, National Harbor, MD. The event will feature a "Texas Fair," with vendors showcasing Texan products, and live entertainment by Tracy Byrd, Jack Ingram, Asleep at the Wheel and more. Tickets: $200.
Jan. 19, 2009. Smithsonian Air and Space Museum, Independence Ave. at 7th St. SW. SOLD OUT
Texas State Society Black Tie and Boots Inaugural Ball
Jan. 19, 2009. Gaylord National Resort, National Harbor, MD. The event will feature a "Texas Fair," with vendors showcasing Texan products, and live entertainment by Tracy Byrd, Jack Ingram, Asleep at the Wheel and more. Tickets: $200.
Virginia's Inaugural Black Tie and Blue Dominion Ball
Jan. 19, 2009. Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center, 14390 Air & Space Museum Pkwy. Chantilly, VA Tickets: $250 per person/ $400 per couple.
Virginia Small, Women, and Minority Owned Businesses Inaugural Ball
Jan. 19, 2009. Marriott Key Bridge, 1401 Lee Highway, Arlington, VA. Tickets: $125.
Africa Aspire Inauguration Night - A Celebration of Change for the World
Jan. 20, 2009. Smithsonian Museum of African Art, 950 Independence Ave. NW. The celebration will include African cuisine, music and cultural presentations. Black Tie or traditional attire. Tickets: $500.
All American Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. Westin Washington, 1400 M St. NW. Tickets: $250.
American Music Inaugural Balls
Jan. 20, 2009. Marriott Wardman Park, 2660 Woodley Rd. NW. Hosted by Dionne Warwick. Two events featuring a variety of entertainment legends and music icons. Tickets: $350-450.
State Society of Arizona Inaugural Gala
Jan. 20, 2009, Historical Society of Washington DC, 801 K St. NW Tickets: $175 per person / $300 per couple.
The Art of Change Inaugural Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. Warehouse Arts Complex, 7th St and New York Ave. NW. Artomatic and Playa del Fuego Inc. are sponsoring an evening of fun, fire, art and music. Tickets: $50.
Baltimore Washington Black McDonald's Operators Association's Inaugural Ball
Jan. 20, 2009, The City Club at Franklin Square, 1300 I St. NW. To benefit Develop Young Minds, an organization that provides financial support to children with limited resources. Tickets: $200.
Be the Change Inaugural Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center. Sponsored by MTV and ServiceNation, the event will feature celebrities and will be televised live on MTV
Bytes & Books Inaugural Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. Folger Shakespeare Library, 201 East Capitol Street, SE. Sponsored by The National Coalition for Technology in Education and Training
Calvert County Inauguration Gala
Jan. 20, 2009. Calvert County Fairgrounds Banquet Hall, Route 4, exit Route 231, Barstow, Maryland. Sponsored by the Calvert County Democratic Club. Attire is semi-formal. Tickets: $40. Call or email .
Change Has Come Inaugural Gala
Jan. 20, 2009. Hilton Washington Embassy Row, 2015 Massachusetts Ave, NW. Sponsored by The Babyboomer Professionals. Tickets: $150 Must be purchased by December 15.
Concerned Black Men and Delta Sigma Theta Inaugural Gala
Jan. 20, 2009. Bobby Vans, 1201 New York Ave., NW. Proceeds will support Concerned Black Men youth projects (tutoring, mentoring, health education) and scholarship and service programs sponsored by Delta Sigma Theta Sorority. Tickets: $175, After Jan. 9 $200.
Corcoran Gallery of Art
Jan. 20, 2009. 500 Seventeenth Street NW. Hosted by LINK AMERICAS Foundation, The Alliance for Public Technology, The Children's Partnership, Education Development Center and the George Lucas Educational Foundation - Edutopia. Tickets: $1000.
Creative Coalition Inaugural Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. Harman Center for the Arts. SOLD OUT
Fallen Soldiers, Inc. "Africa and International Friends Inaugural Ball"
Jan. 20, 2009. Gaylord National Resort, National Harbor, MD. Featuring live performances by Patti Labelle, Raheem Devaughn, The O'Jays and many more, and a special honor presented to Aretha Franklin. Tickets: $250, $500, and $1000.
Florida State Society Inaugural Celebration
Jan. 20, 2009, National Museum of the American Indian, Independence Ave. between 3rd and 4th Sts. Proceeds will benefit all the American Red Cross Chapters throughout the State of Florida. Tickets: $200. or email .
George Washington University Inaugural Ball
Jan. 20, 2009, Omni Shoreham Hotel - SOLD OUT
Hawaii State Society Inaugural Ball
Jan. 20, 2009 Mandarin Oriental Hotel – SOLD OUT
Health for All Blue Diamond Ball
January 20, 2008. National Museum of Natural History, Constitution Ave. NW between 10th and 12th Sts. Jackson Browne and Graham Nash performances. The Health for All Blue Diamond Ball supports Obama's vision of change and will secure a prominent place for health on the presidential and legislative agenda by gathering powerful constituencies that passionately believe that health care is a human right. $500 General Admission. $1,000 VIP Admission.
The Hill Ball
Jan. 20, 2009, Atlas Performing Arts Center, 1333 H Street NE. Co-sponsored by the Capitol Hill Community Foundation and the Atlas Performing Arts Center. Swing dancing with an 11 piece band. Tickets: $85.
Human Rights Campaign Equity Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. Mayflower Hotel, 1127 Connecticut Ave. NW. Live entertainment and appearances by Cyndi Lauper, Melissa Etheridge, Rufus Wainwright, Thelma Houston and others. Tickets: $375.
Inaugural Gala - A Formal Affair for Change
Jan. 20, 2009. The Ritz-Carlton, Tyson’s Corner, 1700 Tysons Boulevard McLean, VA. Gala features a cocktail reception, 3 course seated supper, live entertainment, insightful political discussion, and dancing until dawn. Tickets: $385. Attire: White Tie.
Inaugural DC Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. Old Post Office Pavilion, 1110 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Event to benefit Metropolitan Police Boys & Girls Clubs. Entertainment features Washington DC's legendary Godfather of Go-Go Chuck Brown, DJ, dancing, and more. Tickets: $150-250.
Jan. 19, 2009. Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center, 14390 Air & Space Museum Pkwy. Chantilly, VA Tickets: $250 per person/ $400 per couple.
Virginia Small, Women, and Minority Owned Businesses Inaugural Ball
Jan. 19, 2009. Marriott Key Bridge, 1401 Lee Highway, Arlington, VA. Tickets: $125.
Africa Aspire Inauguration Night - A Celebration of Change for the World
Jan. 20, 2009. Smithsonian Museum of African Art, 950 Independence Ave. NW. The celebration will include African cuisine, music and cultural presentations. Black Tie or traditional attire. Tickets: $500.
All American Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. Westin Washington, 1400 M St. NW. Tickets: $250.
American Music Inaugural Balls
Jan. 20, 2009. Marriott Wardman Park, 2660 Woodley Rd. NW. Hosted by Dionne Warwick. Two events featuring a variety of entertainment legends and music icons. Tickets: $350-450.
State Society of Arizona Inaugural Gala
Jan. 20, 2009, Historical Society of Washington DC, 801 K St. NW Tickets: $175 per person / $300 per couple.
The Art of Change Inaugural Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. Warehouse Arts Complex, 7th St and New York Ave. NW. Artomatic and Playa del Fuego Inc. are sponsoring an evening of fun, fire, art and music. Tickets: $50.
Baltimore Washington Black McDonald's Operators Association's Inaugural Ball
Jan. 20, 2009, The City Club at Franklin Square, 1300 I St. NW. To benefit Develop Young Minds, an organization that provides financial support to children with limited resources. Tickets: $200.
Be the Change Inaugural Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center. Sponsored by MTV and ServiceNation, the event will feature celebrities and will be televised live on MTV
Bytes & Books Inaugural Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. Folger Shakespeare Library, 201 East Capitol Street, SE. Sponsored by The National Coalition for Technology in Education and Training
Calvert County Inauguration Gala
Jan. 20, 2009. Calvert County Fairgrounds Banquet Hall, Route 4, exit Route 231, Barstow, Maryland. Sponsored by the Calvert County Democratic Club. Attire is semi-formal. Tickets: $40. Call or email .
Change Has Come Inaugural Gala
Jan. 20, 2009. Hilton Washington Embassy Row, 2015 Massachusetts Ave, NW. Sponsored by The Babyboomer Professionals. Tickets: $150 Must be purchased by December 15.
Concerned Black Men and Delta Sigma Theta Inaugural Gala
Jan. 20, 2009. Bobby Vans, 1201 New York Ave., NW. Proceeds will support Concerned Black Men youth projects (tutoring, mentoring, health education) and scholarship and service programs sponsored by Delta Sigma Theta Sorority. Tickets: $175, After Jan. 9 $200.
Corcoran Gallery of Art
Jan. 20, 2009. 500 Seventeenth Street NW. Hosted by LINK AMERICAS Foundation, The Alliance for Public Technology, The Children's Partnership, Education Development Center and the George Lucas Educational Foundation - Edutopia. Tickets: $1000.
Creative Coalition Inaugural Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. Harman Center for the Arts. SOLD OUT
Fallen Soldiers, Inc. "Africa and International Friends Inaugural Ball"
Jan. 20, 2009. Gaylord National Resort, National Harbor, MD. Featuring live performances by Patti Labelle, Raheem Devaughn, The O'Jays and many more, and a special honor presented to Aretha Franklin. Tickets: $250, $500, and $1000.
Florida State Society Inaugural Celebration
Jan. 20, 2009, National Museum of the American Indian, Independence Ave. between 3rd and 4th Sts. Proceeds will benefit all the American Red Cross Chapters throughout the State of Florida. Tickets: $200. or email .
George Washington University Inaugural Ball
Jan. 20, 2009, Omni Shoreham Hotel - SOLD OUT
Hawaii State Society Inaugural Ball
Jan. 20, 2009 Mandarin Oriental Hotel – SOLD OUT
Health for All Blue Diamond Ball
January 20, 2008. National Museum of Natural History, Constitution Ave. NW between 10th and 12th Sts. Jackson Browne and Graham Nash performances. The Health for All Blue Diamond Ball supports Obama's vision of change and will secure a prominent place for health on the presidential and legislative agenda by gathering powerful constituencies that passionately believe that health care is a human right. $500 General Admission. $1,000 VIP Admission.
The Hill Ball
Jan. 20, 2009, Atlas Performing Arts Center, 1333 H Street NE. Co-sponsored by the Capitol Hill Community Foundation and the Atlas Performing Arts Center. Swing dancing with an 11 piece band. Tickets: $85.
Human Rights Campaign Equity Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. Mayflower Hotel, 1127 Connecticut Ave. NW. Live entertainment and appearances by Cyndi Lauper, Melissa Etheridge, Rufus Wainwright, Thelma Houston and others. Tickets: $375.
Inaugural Gala - A Formal Affair for Change
Jan. 20, 2009. The Ritz-Carlton, Tyson’s Corner, 1700 Tysons Boulevard McLean, VA. Gala features a cocktail reception, 3 course seated supper, live entertainment, insightful political discussion, and dancing until dawn. Tickets: $385. Attire: White Tie.
Inaugural DC Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. Old Post Office Pavilion, 1110 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Event to benefit Metropolitan Police Boys & Girls Clubs. Entertainment features Washington DC's legendary Godfather of Go-Go Chuck Brown, DJ, dancing, and more. Tickets: $150-250.
Inaugural Peace Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. Smithsonian National Postal Museum, 2 Massachusetts Ave. NE (next to Union Station) Sponsored by Busyboy and Poets and the National Postal Museum. Confirmed speakers and performers include Historian Howard Zinn, Comedian Dick Gregory, Mayor Adrian Fenty, Amy Goodman of Democracy Now, Katrina Vanden Heuvel of The Nation Magazine, Laura Flanders, Barbara Ehrenreich, Anthony Arnove, and many more. Tickets: $165
Inaugural Watch Party Jazz Brunch
Jan. 20, 2009. The Republic, 1355 U St. NW. Watch the inaugural festivities indoors at this gala event. Tickets: $75.
Jan. 20, 2009. Smithsonian National Postal Museum, 2 Massachusetts Ave. NE (next to Union Station) Sponsored by Busyboy and Poets and the National Postal Museum. Confirmed speakers and performers include Historian Howard Zinn, Comedian Dick Gregory, Mayor Adrian Fenty, Amy Goodman of Democracy Now, Katrina Vanden Heuvel of The Nation Magazine, Laura Flanders, Barbara Ehrenreich, Anthony Arnove, and many more. Tickets: $165
Inaugural Watch Party Jazz Brunch
Jan. 20, 2009. The Republic, 1355 U St. NW. Watch the inaugural festivities indoors at this gala event. Tickets: $75.
Masonic Inaugural Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. Stars Bistro, 2120 P St. NW. Proceeds from this event will be donated to the Masonic Foundation of the District of Columbia. Tickets: $65.
Minnesota Democratic Farmer Labor Party's Inaugural Celebration
Jan. 20, 2009. American Legion Hall, Kenneth H. Nast Post 8, 224 D Street SE. Tickets: $100.
New York State Society Pre-Inaugural Parade Brunch
Jan. 20, 2009. Willard Intercontinental Hotel, 1401 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Tickets: $100-175.
Pennsylvania Society Inaugural Gala
Jan. 20, 2009. Ritz Carlton, 1150 22nd St. NW. - SOLD OUT
The President's Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. Sponsored by the Maryland Inaugural Special Committee. The Washington Times Building, Arbor Ballroom and Conference Center, 3600 New York Ave. NE. Tickets: Before 12/31/08 - $200, After - $250 VIP Tickets: $300 .
Prince George's County "Ancestor's Dream Inaugural Ball"
Jan. 20, 2009. Gaylord National Resort, National Harbor, MD. Join Prince George's County officials and Maryland State representatives for a festive celebration. Tickets: $200 before Jan. 10, $250 after.
The Servant Forge Humanitarian Inaugural Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. The Torpedo Factory Art Center, 105 Union St., Alexandria, VA. The ball will benefit the Alexandria Mentoring Project and Youth Development and Employment Initiative, an art-based program serving pre-teen girls in Nairobi, Kenya. Tickets: $150.
Soccer Moms for Obama Inaugural Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. Chevy Chase Women’s Club, 7931 Connecticut Avenue, Chevy Chase, MD. Tickets: $60. Contact Ruth Brannon at .
Tennessee State Society Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. The City Tavern Club, 3206 M St., NW. Black tie or military dress. Tickets: $130 per person, $250 per couple.
Unity in Service Inaugural Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. Top of the ART Great Room/Starlit Terrace and WSV Art Gallery, 1100 16th Street, NW. The unofficial ball gives recognition to the men and women of our military with selected Service members serving as honorary co-hosts and a portion of each ticket benefits military families in need through the Armed Forces Relief Fund. Tickets: $90-175.
Washington DC Fashion and Young Professionals Inaugural Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. The President James Monroe Mansion, 2017 Pennsylvania Ave., NW. Celebrate in style with other upwardly mobile young professionals representing corporations, financial institutions, law firms, lobbyist groups, trade associations, media, film, fashion and non-profit organizations. Tickets: $300.
We the People Inauguration Gala Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. Hyatt Regency Washington, 400 New Jersey Ave. NW. The ball is an initiative by a group of volunteers who worked as part of the "grass roots movement" supporting Senator Barack Obama's campaign. Tickets: $295.
Jan. 20, 2009. Stars Bistro, 2120 P St. NW. Proceeds from this event will be donated to the Masonic Foundation of the District of Columbia. Tickets: $65.
Minnesota Democratic Farmer Labor Party's Inaugural Celebration
Jan. 20, 2009. American Legion Hall, Kenneth H. Nast Post 8, 224 D Street SE. Tickets: $100.
New York State Society Pre-Inaugural Parade Brunch
Jan. 20, 2009. Willard Intercontinental Hotel, 1401 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Tickets: $100-175.
Pennsylvania Society Inaugural Gala
Jan. 20, 2009. Ritz Carlton, 1150 22nd St. NW. - SOLD OUT
The President's Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. Sponsored by the Maryland Inaugural Special Committee. The Washington Times Building, Arbor Ballroom and Conference Center, 3600 New York Ave. NE. Tickets: Before 12/31/08 - $200, After - $250 VIP Tickets: $300 .
Prince George's County "Ancestor's Dream Inaugural Ball"
Jan. 20, 2009. Gaylord National Resort, National Harbor, MD. Join Prince George's County officials and Maryland State representatives for a festive celebration. Tickets: $200 before Jan. 10, $250 after.
The Servant Forge Humanitarian Inaugural Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. The Torpedo Factory Art Center, 105 Union St., Alexandria, VA. The ball will benefit the Alexandria Mentoring Project and Youth Development and Employment Initiative, an art-based program serving pre-teen girls in Nairobi, Kenya. Tickets: $150.
Soccer Moms for Obama Inaugural Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. Chevy Chase Women’s Club, 7931 Connecticut Avenue, Chevy Chase, MD. Tickets: $60. Contact Ruth Brannon at .
Tennessee State Society Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. The City Tavern Club, 3206 M St., NW. Black tie or military dress. Tickets: $130 per person, $250 per couple.
Unity in Service Inaugural Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. Top of the ART Great Room/Starlit Terrace and WSV Art Gallery, 1100 16th Street, NW. The unofficial ball gives recognition to the men and women of our military with selected Service members serving as honorary co-hosts and a portion of each ticket benefits military families in need through the Armed Forces Relief Fund. Tickets: $90-175.
Washington DC Fashion and Young Professionals Inaugural Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. The President James Monroe Mansion, 2017 Pennsylvania Ave., NW. Celebrate in style with other upwardly mobile young professionals representing corporations, financial institutions, law firms, lobbyist groups, trade associations, media, film, fashion and non-profit organizations. Tickets: $300.
We the People Inauguration Gala Ball
Jan. 20, 2009. Hyatt Regency Washington, 400 New Jersey Ave. NW. The ball is an initiative by a group of volunteers who worked as part of the "grass roots movement" supporting Senator Barack Obama's campaign. Tickets: $295.
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