Frequently Asked Questions

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No. The Inauguration Ceremony and Campus Celebration are open to all members of the Caltech and local community. Registration is appreciated.

The guest seating area on Beckman Mall will open at 9 a.m. on the day of the Inauguration Ceremony. General guest seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

No. General guest seating for the Inauguration Ceremony is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Guests who receive print invitations to register will be seated in assigned sections.

The Inauguration Ceremony will be livestreamed on October 29, beginning at 9:45 a.m. PDT. A recording will be available on Caltech's YouTube channel after the event.

At the Inauguration Ceremony on October 29, ushers will be available throughout the venue to assist guests with seating, including directing guests to designated ADA wheelchair spaces and companion seating.

Large-type event programs can be found in the Information Tent on the south end of Beckman Mall, and live captioning will be displayed on the event screens.

Inauguration-specific information about ADA parking locations, accessible routes, and event access points will be available on the Inauguration website closer to the event date.

A variety of campus maps, including a campus accessibility map, are currently available on Caltech's website.

If you require other special accommodations, please email [email protected].

If you are participating in the ceremony or processional, please visit our Information for Participants page for details about regalia and dress.

As the ceremony will be held outdoors under a tent, keep in mind the changing temperature when selecting your attire. You may also want to wear shoes appropriate for walking on grass. It could be chilly in the morning and then warm in the direct sunlight toward the afternoon. Layering, sunblock, and hats are all good choices.

Octobers in Pasadena typically see highs in the mid-70s. To check the forecast in advance, visit weather.com and use the campus zip code: 91125.

As a courtesy, Caltech Parking and Commuter Services will not be charging for guest parking on Thursday, October 29.

• Parking structures and lots are located throughout campus
  • North and South Wilson Avenue parking structures: 341 South Wilson Avenue and 405 South Wilson Avenue, Pasadena
  • Holliston parking structure: 370 South Holliston Avenue, Pasadena
  • California parking structure: 1248 East California Boulevard, Pasadena
  • Michigan Avenue parking lots: Enter from Michigan Avenue, just south of Del Mar Boulevard

• Street parking: The two-hour time limit is lifted on nearby streets, including Hill Avenue, Del Mar Boulevard, Catalina Avenue, San Pasqual Street, and Wilson Avenue.

• Accessible parking: Marked accessible spaces are available in every campus parking structure.
  • Accessible drop-off: Enter Lot 11 from Michigan Avenue, just south of Del Mar Boulevard, and drive to the south end of the lot. A Campus Security officer will be there to help and can arrange a cart to take guests to the ceremony.

Both the City of Pasadena and the Pasadena Convention and Visitors Bureau offer online resources and information about local transportation, accommodations, attractions, dining, and more.

Please visit our Information for Participants page for information. Ceremony participants will receive instructions via email.