On January 20th, 2009, New Yorkers will join the rest of the world in watching and celebrating the inauguration of President Barack Obama. Whatever your politics, it is a historic day for the United States when a new president takes office. And since New York is a very blue state, it's not surprising that there are plenty of blowout inauguration parties all over the city. Where will you watch the inauguration of President Barack Obama?Freedom's Ring Inauguration Eve Festival and Costume Ball
Start celebrating early. The Freedom's Ring Inaugural Ball will celebrate both our new president and Martin Luther King, Jr. Day on January 19th. Action Arts League and Theater for the New City have partnered with other NYC cultural groups to host an evening of art, performance, celebration, and cheap drinks.When: Monday, January 19th, 2008. 5PM until 2AMWhere: Theater for the New City, 155 First Avenue between 9th and 10th StreetsAdmission: Donation before 9PM and $5 after 9PM for those in costume ($10 for those not in costume, so get creative)
Barack Obama Inauguration Swearing-in Celebration at Southern HospitalityWatch the inauguration festivities on giant HDTV screens and enjoy Obama shots, Hillary Pickelry (fried pickles), Left Wing Right Wing platters, and other drink and Southern food specials. When: Thursday, January 20th, 2009 from 12PM until 12AMWhere: Southern Hospitality, 1460 Second Avenue between 76th & 77th StreetsAdmission: Free
Start celebrating early. The Freedom's Ring Inaugural Ball will celebrate both our new president and Martin Luther King, Jr. Day on January 19th. Action Arts League and Theater for the New City have partnered with other NYC cultural groups to host an evening of art, performance, celebration, and cheap drinks.When: Monday, January 19th, 2008. 5PM until 2AMWhere: Theater for the New City, 155 First Avenue between 9th and 10th StreetsAdmission: Donation before 9PM and $5 after 9PM for those in costume ($10 for those not in costume, so get creative)
Barack Obama Inauguration Swearing-in Celebration at Southern HospitalityWatch the inauguration festivities on giant HDTV screens and enjoy Obama shots, Hillary Pickelry (fried pickles), Left Wing Right Wing platters, and other drink and Southern food specials. When: Thursday, January 20th, 2009 from 12PM until 12AMWhere: Southern Hospitality, 1460 Second Avenue between 76th & 77th StreetsAdmission: Free
98.7 KISS FM All-Day Inaugural Celebration at Dallas BBQJoin KISS FM for an all-day inaugural celebration at Dallas BBQ in Times Square. The KISS FM Wake-Up Club will start broadcasting live at 6AM and the first 100 people to stop by will get free breakfast. The party continues all day with full coverage of inauguration events on a jumbo screen, prize giveaways, and free shots with every frozen drink purchase. When: Thursday, January 20th, 2009 starting at 6AMWhere: Dallas BBQ, 241 West 42nd Street in Times SquareAdmission: Free
Landmark Theatres Free Simulcast of the Presidential InaugurationLandmark's Sunshine Cinemas on the Lower East Side is hosting a live broadcast of the swearing-in of the nation's 44th President, Barack Obama. The theatre will carry full, uninterrupted coverage of the Inauguration Ceremonies and President-elect Barack Obama’s Inaugural Address starting at 11:30 AM along with delicious gourmet concessions.When: Thursday, January 20th, 2009 starting at 11:30 AM Where: Landmark's Sunshine Cinema, 143 East Houston Street between First and Second AvenuesAdmission: Admission is free but is on a first-come, first-served basis. Seating is not guaranteed, so plan to arrive early.
Lower East Side Inaugural Ball at Bowery Poetry ClubSinger/songwriter Danny Ross will host the Lower East Side Inaugural Ball at the Bowery Poetry Club. Attendees are promised "Music! Comedy! Barackness!"When: Thursday, January 20th, 2009. 10PM-4AMWhere: Bowery Poetry Club, 308 Bowery between Houston and Bleecker StreetsAdmission: Free
More to Come........
