Witness History This June!

Sign up for a chance to get one ticket to the Obama Presidential Center Grand Opening Ceremony June 18, 2026!

This June, the Obama Presidential Center opens to the world. A community of global leaders, world-renowned artists, and inspiring changemakers will gather in Chicago for our Grand Opening Ceremony — a celebration of this new home for hope.

While the ceremony will be available to stream online for everyone, everywhere, we are selecting representatives of our Obama Alumni community to attend the Grand Opening Ceremony to join us live in Jackson Park. 

If selected, you will receive one general admission ticket to the Grand Opening Ceremony of the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago, Thursday, June 18, 2026. 

  • Tickets are non-transferable.

  • Travel and accommodations are not included. 

  • Additional details and information will be provided to those selected at the time of notification.

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While the world joins us virtually for this historic moment, this is your opportunity to experience the energy in person! Feel the thrill of legendary performances by global icons and powerful remarks from today’s most prominent voices and leaders.
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