With all-star concerts, black-tie balls, and themed events, Washington celebrated the 57th presidential inauguration for President Barack Obama over the long holiday weekend. Here are highlights—including decor, catering, and entertainment—from the events.
The Inaugural Ball
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The Inaugural Ball
Photo: Courtesy of Hargrove/FotoBriceno
Green Inaugural Ball
Photo: Documentary Associates Photography
Green Inaugural Ball
Photo: Documentary Associates Photography
Green Inaugural Ball
Photo: Documentary Associates Photography
President Obama's Swearing-in Ceremony
Photo: Justin Sullivan/Getty Images
BET Networks Inaugural Ball
Photo: Dennis Kan/ImageLinkPhoto.com
BET Networks Inaugural Ball
Photo: Dennis Kan/ImageLinkPhoto.com
BET Networks Inaugural Ball
Photo: Dennis Kan/ImageLinkPhoto.com
Creative Coalition Inaugural Ball
Photo: Courtesy of Ray Bloch Productions
Creative Coalition Inaugural Ball
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Art and Soul's Chefs Ball
Photo: Jeff Martin
StartUp RockOn Inauguration Celebration
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StartUp RockOn Inauguration Celebration
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StartUp RockOn Inauguration Celebration
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OurTime.org "Generation Now" Party
Photo: Stephen Lovekin/Getty Images for OurTime.org
Hip-Hop Inaugural Ball II
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Hip-Hop Inaugural Ball II
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'Washingtonian' Starry Night Inaugural Ball
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'Washingtonian' Starry Night Inaugural Ball
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'Washingtonian' Starry Night Inaugural Ball
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Candlelight Dinner
Photo: Courtesy of Hargrove/FotoBriceno
Candlelight Dinner
Photo: Courtesy of Hargrove/FotoBriceno
South Carolina Presidential Inaugural Ball
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'The Atlantic' and 'National Journal' Dinner
Photo: Kristoffer Tripplaar
Democracy, Justice, Hope, and Love Inaugural Ball
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