Over-the-top presidential inaugural galas are an undying fad. Since 1833, when then-President Andrew Jackson held two inaugural balls for the first time in the nation’s history, pre- and post- inaugural events have dramatically increased in amount and in creativity. No matter if it is an official, semi-official, or house party, people across the nation find inventive ways to celebrate presidential inaugurations. However, why do all of the planning on your own? Here are some of the D.C. area’s premier event planners for any upcoming inaugural affair.


Capitol Services Inc. | 703-584-2460 | www.csi-dc.com

If you are looking for an event-planning company with years of experience on Capitol Hill, Capitol Services Inc. is an ideal choice.  Established in 1987, Capitol Services offers more than 12 unique services tailor to fit a client’s every need. With the Political Marketing and Communication services, Capitol Services will produce special events or projects that will impress and satisfy any representative or senator on the hill. Capitol Services will provide everything from site and vendor selection to entertainment to VIP arrangements — so there is no need for worry when this company is at the helm.

Capitol Services has planned several different events for former President Bill Clinton and the Screen Writers Guild Inaugural event. The company has also done events for President Bush’s Rangers and provided the gifts for the candlelight dinners.


O’Keefe Communications Inc. | 202-363-2101 | www.okeefecom.com

O’Keefe Communications Inc. is a one-stop shop for event planning. The company offers the best in writers, animators, producers, designers and editors, which enables them to produce events that can accommodate audiences as large as 10,000 to smaller, intimate VIP sessions.  O’Keefe Communications has a unique advantage above the rest: With all of its production and design happening in-house, it can target any message that its clientele desires. Although O’Keefe Communications has never planned a presidential inaugural event, company official Wendy Siminski says that O’Keefe Communications is happily willing and ready to take on the challenge.


The Webster Group | 202-237-0090 | www.websterconsulting.com

The Webster Group has an extensive network of contacts in governments, nonprofits and businesses worldwide. This woman-owned company, established in 1995, is a full-service event- management business with an impressive clientele in the D.C. area. The Webster Group will give their clients the best event-planning experience without the high price tag.

The Webster Group will plan the Texas State Society of Washington, D.C. Black Tie and Boots Presidential Inaugural Ball in January 2009.


A. Dominick Events | 202-216-9557 | www.adominick.com

Looking for fresh perspective and exquisite taste? Then A. Dominick Events is the perfect company for you. Although relatively new to the D.C. area, the company has already created quite a reputation.

With an exceptional background in culinary arts and fashion, A. Dominick Events will create a distinctive experience for any desired event.  Whatever you can think of, trust that A. Dominick will deliver.

Although A. Dominick Events has never planned an inaugural affair, the company’s president Aimee Dominick says that if given the opportunity the firm would be delighted to plan any presidential event.