The DR is no exception when it comes to the international enthusiasm that the inauguration of Barack Obama as US president has raised worldwide. The inaugural day ceremonies start at 11am (10am in Washington, D.C), local time. The ceremony traditionally lasts for about two hours. Obama will be sworn in by 1pm, Dominican time. Obama is scheduled to give his much-awaited inaugural speech towards the end of the ceremony. In Santo Domingo, Cane Restaurant at Av. Abraham Lincoln is hosting an inaugural lunch, happy hours and dinner with prizes.