President-elect Donald Trump is spending the eve of his inauguration in a series of Washington events that celebrate his return to power and his “Make America Great Again” movement as he prepares to move back into the White House at a time of deep national political divisions.

President-elect Donald Trump will headline a rally today on the eve of Inauguration Day at the Capitol One Arena in downtown Washington, D.C. Kid Rock and the Village People will perform at the Make America Great Again Rally.

Under the Constitution’s 20th Amendment, the newly elected president of the United States takes office on Jan. 20 (unless that’s a Sunday, in which case it moves to Jan. 21). For Trump’s (second) big day, the pomp and circumstance will include performances by Carrie Underwood and the Village People, a military parade, and formal balls.

The president-elect will host a party at his golf club in Virginia on Saturday, kicking off four days of celebrations.

Lawmakers plan to skip the festivities surrounding the incoming Republican president for various reasons, as Democrats lick their wounds after election season.

The pageantry and parties surrounding President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration kick off this weekend with fireworks and a rally before Monday’s Inauguration Day ceremony, parade and balls.

Everything you need to know for Donald Trumps inauguration on Monday, January 20, 2025.

Trump's inauguration will be indoors because of cold weather forecasted. The last time one happened inside was President Ronald Reagan's in 1985.