[More added 1/17--check the last slides] With bars open until 4am and politicos ready to party, there will be a lot going on to celebrate Obama's second Inauguration. Even if you missed out on the official ball tickets from the Presidential Inauguration Committee, there are still a lot of events you won't want to miss (in fact, most of the ones here will be better parties, period)! Balls come and go every 4 years, so pay attention to learn what's hot and what's not for 2013.

The Obamas and Bidens have been invited to basically all of the events listed here. They are only obligated to show up to the two official balls but just might pop in when you least expect them to...

Last night in NYC, Jessica Stam joined June Ambrose at the American Ballet Theatre's Spring Gala, Santigold performed at Irving Plaza with surprise guests Pharrell and Andy Samberg, Rihanna and Neil Young kicked off the Robin Hood Foundation Benefit, Ricky Martin hosted an intimate fundraiser for President Obama, and more. Last night's parties were all about the performers! More»

Last night in NYC, Naomi Watts and Liev Schreiber stepped out together for Chanel's Tribeca Film Festival Artists Dinner, Rihanna, Hillary Clinton, and Jeremy Lin were among the many stars honored at the Time's 100 Most Influential People Gala, Greta Gerwig attended the after party for Lola Versus, The Big Pink rock out at the Electric Room, and so much more. Last night's parties were all about throwing down with the most influential people in the world! More»