Donald Trump's inauguration: Everything you need to know

On 20 January, Donald Trump will replace Barack Obama and become the 45th President of the United States.

But before he gets his feet under the table of the White House's Oval Office, the billionaire will take part in an inauguration ceremony which will see him take an Oath of Office, and offer his inaugural address.

Here is a rundown of the key events that will be happening.

  • Church Service: 1.30pm (all times UK)

The day will begin at with a church service near the White House, attended by the President-elect and the Vice-President elect.

  • Tea at the White House: 2.30pm

Shortly after the service at Saint John's Church, President-elect Trump, Melania Trump and Vice-President elect Pence will be met at the White House by First Lady Michelle Obama, where they will then have tea.

They will sign administrative papers ahead of the inauguration ceremony.

  • Procession to Capitol Hill: 3.30pm

By tradition, outgoing President Barack Obama will accompany Trump to the Capitol Building in Washington DC for the swearing-in ceremony.

They will be followed by the Vice President and Vice President-elect, family cabinet members and senior officials.

Donald Trump and outgoing President Barack Obama will travel together to the ceremony. Credit: AP

Some 800,000 spectators are expected to line the National Mall to watch the historic occasion.

Nearly two million people descended on Washington DC to watch Obama's first inauguration. Credit: AP

  • The Oath of Office: 4.46pm

Donald Trump's term will officially start at exactly 12 noon local time (5pm GMT) in line with US constitution.

He will take the Oath of Office at ceremony on the Capitol West Front which has been the main site for the occasion since 1981.

President Obama pictured taking his Oath of Office in 2013. Credit: AP

Vice president-elect Mike Pence will take his oath first followed shortly by Trump, who will say:

After they have been sworn in, the president and vice-president will be given a fanfare by drum and bugles.

This will be followed by a performance of the president's anthem "Hail to the Chief".

Did you know? In 1963, Lyndon Johnson became the first, and only, president to be sworn in on a plane, taking his oath on Air Force One.

  • The inaugural address: 4.51pm

After being sworn in, President Trump will take to the stage to deliver an inaugural speech that sets out his stall for his presidency and will go down in history.

He will no doubt hope it will resonate more with Americans than his famed "You Hired!" catchphrase from his US Apprentice days.

Did you know? In 1793, the first US President George Washington delivered what remains to this day the shortest inaugural address at just 135 words.

Trump and his wife Melania pictured looking out as the inaugural stand is erected Credit: AP

  • The "Designated Survivor"

While the cream of the US political establishment are congregated for the inauguration, a "designated survivor", who is a member of the Cabinet, will be in a secure and undisclosed location.

In the event of a catastrophic event that kills both the President and Vice President, they would become acting president.

It's not him: Keifer Sutherland plays the 'designated survivor' in a US drama series. Credit: AP

  • The Luncheon: 6pm

The 45th President of the United States will make his way down Pennsylvania Avenue alongside his family to the White House.

They will refuel at a luncheon which often features cuisine that reflects the home states of the new President and Vice President.

Trump was born in New York which is strongly associated with pizza and cheesecake but they are unlikely to make the menu shortlist.

There will also be speeches, gift presentations and toasts to the new administration.

  • The Obamas leave the White House: 7.30pm

Following the luncheon, outgoing President Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama will leave the White House from the East Front, escorted by President Donald Trump.

There is likely to be plenty of bubbly for the inauguration toasts. Credit: PA

  • The Parade: 8pm to 10pm

President Trump and his First Lady will watch the procession along Pennsylvania Avenue to the White House.

More than 8,000 people are expected take part in the parade.

A marching band taking part in the 2013 inaugural parade. Credit: AP

  • The Inaugural Balls

After all the build-up and pomp and circumstance of the day, President Trump and Co will put on their dancing shoes for two official inaugurals balls.

President Trump and his wife Melania are likely to take to the floor at the ball. Credit: AP

  • Who will be performing at the inauguration?

There has been much speculation about who will or won't be performing and rumours that organisers have struggled to secure big-name talent.

Acts that have been confirmed include dance troupe The Rockettes, the Mormon Tabernacle Choir and 16-year-old classical singer Jackie Evancho.

The Radio City Rockettes will high-kick for the occasion. Credit: AP

British singer and The X Factor alumni Rebecca Ferguson was invited to but won't be performing at the inauguration.

She initially said she would "graciously accept" on the condition she can sing Strange Fruit, a protest song against racism was famously recorded by Billie Holiday in 1939.

But due to "many grey areas" about the offer, Ferguson later pulled out saying she had been thrown into the "middle of a political arena".

Rebecca Ferguson pulled out of performing at Trump's inauguration due. Credit: PA

Despite the media frenzy that ensued after Kanye West's unexpected appearance at Trump Tower to meet in December, he is not believed to be taking to the stage.

Kanye West is not expected reign on the Capitol Building on inauguration day. Credit: AP

  • Saturday morning: National Prayer Service

President Trump will attend a national prayer service at the Washington National Cathedral.

  • When will President Trump start work?

President-elect Trump has said he will start "to make America great again" on Monday.