The inauguration of Joe Biden took place on January 20, 2021, marking the beginning of his presidency as the 46th President of the United States. The ceremony was held at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., where Biden took the oath of office, administered by Chief Justice John Roberts. Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the event had limited attendance, with many participants and viewers engaging virtually. Kamala Harris was also inaugurated as the first female Vice President, making history as the first woman of Black and South Asian descent to hold the position.