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When is Inauguration Day 2027?
Inauguration Day 2027 is on Wednesday, January 20, 2027 — that's 249 days (35 weeks) from today.
Below you'll find the exact date, the day of the week, a live countdown, and everything you need to plan ahead — plus a free iPhone widget that keeps Inauguration Day on your home screen.

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Date details for Inauguration Day 2027
- Day of week: Wednesday
- Full date: Wednesday, January 20, 2027
- Days remaining: 249
- Weeks remaining: 35
Inauguration Day 2027 is on Wednesday, January 20, 2027. That is 249 days away — about 35 weeks and 4 days, or roughly 8 months, from today. Inauguration Day is a date worth keeping on your radar, whether it marks a celebration, a deadline, or a personal milestone. Inauguration Day falls on a Wednesday this year, a midweek date — worth noting if you want to plan time off around it.
Counting down turns a vague "soon" into a clear number of days you can plan around — booking travel, sending cards, or simply building anticipation. Many people begin preparing for a date like this two to three months ahead, and a visible countdown helps pace that preparation rather than leaving everything to the final week. If you are counting down to Inauguration Day, you can add a free Outside countdown widget to your iPhone home screen; it updates every day and can be shared with friends and family.
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Open page →About Inauguration Day
Inauguration Day 2027 is on Wednesday, January 20th. While there is no presidential inauguration in 2027, the date remains a federal holiday observed every four years.
History & Significance
The 20th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, ratified in 1933, moved Inauguration Day from March 4th to January 20th. Presidential inaugurations occur every four years, with the next one scheduled for January 20, 2029.
Planning Ahead for Inauguration Day
Inauguration Day is a date worth keeping on your radar. Whether it marks a celebration, a deadline, or a milestone, knowing exactly how far away it is turns vague planning into something concrete you can act on.
Counting down to Inauguration Day 2027 helps you prepare in good time — booking what needs booking, reminding the people who need reminding, and avoiding the last-minute rush. A countdown keeps the date visible so it never slips past you unnoticed.
Inauguration Day 2027: Frequently Asked Questions
When is Inauguration Day 2027?
Inauguration Day 2027 is on Wednesday, Wednesday, January 20, 2027 — 249 days from today. You can track it with a free countdown widget on your iPhone home screen using the Outside app.
What day of the week is Inauguration Day 2027?
Inauguration Day 2027 falls on a Wednesday. Knowing the weekday helps you plan time off, travel, or weekend activities around the date.
How long until Inauguration Day 2027?
Inauguration Day 2027 is 35 weeks away — roughly 9 months from now. That's plenty of time to plan ahead.
Is there a free Inauguration Day countdown app?
Yes. Outside is a free iPhone app with a Inauguration Day countdown widget for your home screen, plus reminder alerts and calendar sync. Used by 300k+ people.
Why should I count down to Inauguration Day?
A countdown keeps Inauguration Day 2027 visible so you can plan ahead instead of being caught off guard. It is an easy way to prepare, remind others, and avoid a last-minute rush.
How can I keep track of Inauguration Day?
The free Outside app lets you add Inauguration Day as a home screen countdown widget on your iPhone, with reminder alerts and calendar sync so the date is always in front of you.
Can I share a Inauguration Day countdown with friends?
Yes. With the Outside app you can share a Inauguration Day countdown so friends and family are counting down to the same date together.
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