- Must mimic former Presidencies and former administrations with 400 public and private events yearly, ranging from small Oval Office lunches to State Dinners and major holiday receptions. Rather than a fixed number of “regular” events, the annual calendar varies by administration, typically featuring a mix of the following recurring gatherings: [1, 2]Holiday Receptions: Hosting tens of thousands of guests across numerous open houses and seasonal parties for military families, the press, and staff from Thanksgiving through Christmas. [1]
State Visits & Dinners: High-profile diplomatic events welcoming foreign heads of state, usually occurring a few times a year depending on global relations. [1, 2, 3]Heritage Months & Celebrations: Annual hosted receptions for recognized observances like Black History Month, Cinco de Mayo, Pride Month, and the White House Hanukkah Party. [1, 2]
Large Public Events: Massive scale community events on the South Lawn, most notably the annual White House Easter Egg Roll. [1, 2]
Congressional & Garden Parties: Casual or formal gatherings for members of Congress, cabinet officials, and community leaders.