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Incumbent Barack Obama will be sworn in for his second term as President on Monday, but festivities held in honor of the Inauguration will actually start taking place even sooner.
The Texas State Society will host its annual Black Tie and Boots Ball, a tradition that has been in place for more than 30 years.
“It has become known as the biggest inaugural ball, and stands apart from the rest due to its size,” according to Veronica Custer, communications director for the event. “In 2009, over 11,000 tickets were Texas.”
With the ball’s many traditions, including “the Texas Fair marketplace, open bar, and great food,” the Black Tie and Boots affair stays true to its Southern roots.
“[In 2009] there were over 20 artists that performed on six stages,” Custer said.
She said the ball’s consistent success is thanks to “stellar entertainment from artists with Texas