Vice President–elect Mike Pence, right, introduces President-elect Donald Trump during an event in Orlando, Florida, on Dec. 16.

Washington, DC – Many people have considered staying home rather than fight the crowds at the parade and Inauguration Ceremony on Friday, Jan. 20. President-elect Donald Trump will become the 45th president of the United States after taking the oath of office at the Capitol, in what will be the country’s 58th inauguration ceremony.

If you are planning to be there among the thousands of brave souls starting this afternoon, Jan. 19, a schedule of activities can be found below:

Thursday, January 19

Wreath-Laying Ceremony
Where: Arlington National Cemetery
When: 3:30 to 4 p.m.
Details: President-elect Donald Trump and Vice President-elect Mike Pence will honor the country’s veterans at the U.S. Military Cemetery located in Arlington, Virginia.

Make American Great Again! Welcome Celebration
Where: Lincoln Memorial
When: 4 to 6 p.m.
Details: The inaugural events officially start with this event, which will include a concert and appearances by Trump and Pence, along with performers Toby Keith, Jennifer Holliday, The Piano Guys, Lee Greenwood, RaviDrums, 3 Doors Down, and The Frontmen of Country. A ticket is required for special viewing areas.

Friday, Jan. 20

Inaugural Swearing-In Ceremony
Where: West Front of the U.S. Capitol Building
When: Ceremony begins at 9:30 a.m.; opening remarks at 11:30 a.m.; swearing in at noon by Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts Jr.
Details: The Trump and Pence families will join them, as will members of Congress, the U.S. Supreme Court, diplomatic corps, and other invited guests. A ticket is not required for general admission.

The Mormon Tabernacle Choir and America’s Got Talent alumna Jackie Evancho have accepted invitations to perform at Trump’s swearing-in ceremony. Breaking with a tradition that has stretched back 11 presidents, Trump has replaced the inauguration announcer, instead tapping Steve Ray, a Washington-based announcer who has worked with MLB’s Washington Nationals.

Special guests

Secretary Hillary Clinton is expected to attend the inauguration with her husband, former President Bill Clinton, as well as former President Jimmy Carter and former President George W. Bush. However, Bush’s father, former President George H.W. Bush, will not be in attendance due to his current state of health.

Contact Shertina Mack at s.mack@TheBayNet