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.
Parking is available in lots and structures across campus. As a courtesy, Caltech Parking and Commuter Services will not be charging for guest parking on Thursday, October 29.
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.