The Inaugural Swearing-In Ceremony will be held on January 21, 2013. A limited number of tickets to this ceremony will be distributed to each Congressional office. Unfortunately, the Swearing-In Ceremony is the only Inaugural event to which my office will receive tickets. 

My office has begun compiling a list of Arkansans who are interested in attending this event. To have your name added, please email your request to tickets2013@pryor.senate.gov with the following information:

1. Name
2. Phone number
3. Email address
4. Arkansas mailing address
5. Number of tickets requested
6. Name of each person receiving a ticket and their city of residence.

At this time, my office does not know if we will be able to fulfill all ticket requests, but we will try to accommodate as many Arkansans as possible.  Please be aware that no other website or ticket outlet has Inaugural Swearing-In Ceremony tickets to sell or auction, regardless of what they may claim. I’d urge you to approach any offers of tickets for sale with great skepticism and caution.

Frequently Asked Questions: 
 
Tickets – Every person wishing admittance to the Inaugural Ceremony, including children, must have a ticket.  Individuals without valid tickets will not be admitted.  Tickets are color-coded to facilitate entrance to the ceremony. Entrance will be granted only at the gate indicated on your ticket. 

Inside the Event – Movement will be difficult inside the security perimeter.  Please be prepared to stay within the perimeter and within your ticketed section during the ceremony.

When to Arrive – Arrive early for required security screening. Be prepared to pass through several security screenings before reaching the section indicated on your ticket.  There will be no check room for prohibited items. Because of road closures and restricted access around the U.S. Capitol, ticket holders should use either the Capitol South Metro stop (Blue and Orange Lines on the House side) or the Union Station Metro stop (Red Line on the Senate side).  For a  Metro Map and additional information, please visit wmata.com.

What to Wear – There is no official dress code for the Inaugural Swearing-In Ceremony.  Expect to be outside for up to five hours, to stand in line, and to walk for long periods of time.  Dress in layers and wear a winter coat. Consider wearing comfortable shoes, gloves, a hat and a scarf, and bringing a blanket. In the event of rain, umbrellas will not be permitted within the security perimeter. It is recommended that attendees bring ponchos or rain coats.

Weather – The ceremony will be held outside on the West Front Lawn of the U.S. Capitol.  Inauguration day is typically cold—normally 37° F¬—and occasionally wet.  Extra consideration should be taken when planning to bring infants, young children, the elderly, or anyone with a weakened immune system.  Most attendees will be in standing room only sections and should be prepared to be on their feet for several hours.

Children – There will be no child-care facilities.  Due to increased security and space constraints, strollers are not permitted on the Capitol grounds. If you have questions regarding the admittance of items required for childcare, please call U.S. Capitol Police at (202) 512-1226.

Medical Conditions and Medications – Emergency Medical Teams are on-hand in the event of any medical emergencies. For additional information about permitted items for medical purposes (e.g. insulin), contact the U.S. Capitol Police at (202) 512-1226.

Restrooms – Outdoor, portable restrooms are located throughout the U.S. Capitol grounds. 

Security – All ticket holders are required to pass through security screening, including handbag inspection.

Food and Drink – Food, beverages, and other amenities are not available within the ceremony perimeter. Do not bring any food item larger than a small snack.  Thermoses are prohibited.

Cell Phones – Cellular phones are permitted on the U.S. Capitol grounds.  Turn phones off or set to vibrate before the program begins.

Cameras – Cameras are permitted on the U.S. Capitol grounds.  Tripods and camera bags, however, are prohibited.

Transportation – Please use the Washington, D.C. Metro system. Large crowds are expected for the Inaugural Swearing-In Ceremonies, the Inaugural Parade, and other festivities. Expect heavy traffic and road closings.

Parking – No parking will be available on Capitol Hill.  Public parking in Washington, D.C. will be extremely limited.  If you are traveling by car from outside the city, park in a lot near a Metro station and use the Washington, D.C. Metro system to commute to the ceremony.  Expect heavy traffic and road closures.

Prohibited Items – Prohibited items include, but are not limited to: firearms and ammunition (either real or simulated); explosives of any kind (including fireworks); knives, blades, or sharp objects (of any length; mace and/or pepper spray; sticks or poles; pockets or hand tools, such as “Leatherman”; packages, backpacks, large bags, duffel bags, and suitcases; thermoses and coolers; strollers; umbrellas; laser pointers, signs, and posters; animals (other than service animals); alcoholic beverages; and any other items that may pose a threat to the security of the event as determined by and at the discretion of the security screeners.