What time does the DNC start on August 19, 2024?

The 2024 Democratic National Convention (DNC) officially starts on Monday, August 19, 2024. The main programming for the first day is scheduled to begin at 5:30 p.m. Central Time (CT), which is 6:30 p.m. Eastern Time (ET). The convention will continue through Thursday, August 22, with evening programming starting at 6:00 p.m. CT on subsequent days

 

Who are the main speakers for each night of the DNC?

Here are the main speakers scheduled for each night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention (DNC):

Monday, August 19

• President Joe Biden
• First Lady Jill Biden
• Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton
• Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson
• Vice President Kamala Harris (expected to attend)

Tuesday, August 20

• Former President Barack Obama
• Former First Lady Michelle Obama
• Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker
• Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff

Wednesday, August 21

• Former President Bill Clinton
• Minnesota Governor Tim Walz (accepting the vice-presidential nomination)
• Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg
• Rep. Nancy Pelosi

Thursday, August 22

• Vice President Kamala Harris (accepting the presidential nomination)
• Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer
• House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries
• Jason Carter (speaking on behalf of his grandfather, former President Jimmy Carter)

The convention will focus on various themes each night, culminating in Harris’s acceptance speech on Thursday.

What are the key events on the first day of the DNC?

The first day of the 2024 Democratic National Convention (DNC) features a variety of key events and speakers. Here’s a summary of the main activities scheduled for Monday, August 19, 2024:

Key Events on Day 1

• 7:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.: Delegation breakfasts
  A time for delegates to gather and discuss the day’s agenda.
• 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.: Morning press briefing
  An opportunity for the media to receive updates and information.
• 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.: Various caucus meetings
  • Black Caucus meeting
  • Hispanic Caucus meeting
  • AAPI (Asian American and Pacific Islander) Caucus meeting
  • Native American Caucus meeting
  • Ethnic Council meeting
• 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.: Additional caucus meetings
  • LGBTQ+ Caucus meeting
  • Small Business Council meeting
  • Labor Council meeting
• 1:45 p.m. – 3:15 p.m.: Environmental & Climate Crisis Council meeting
  Focused discussions on environmental issues.
• 5:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.: Main Programming
  This segment includes keynote speeches and major addresses.

Notable Speakers

• President Joe Biden: Headlining the evening with a speech highlighting his administration’s accomplishments.
• First Lady Jill Biden: Expected to speak alongside her husband.
• Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton: Scheduled to address the convention.
• Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson: Providing a welcome address.
• Vice President Kamala Harris: Expected to attend and formally accept her nomination later in the evening.

The theme for the first night is “For the People,” which sets the tone for the convention’s focus on Democratic values and initiatives. The DNC will take place at the United Center in Chicago from August 19-22, 2024