Zohran Mamdani, the 34-year-old history-making Indian-origin US assemblyman, is all set to be inaugurated into office in the New Year. To celebrate the momentous occasion, the New York City mayor-elect is hosting a free, public block party along Broadway near City Hall on Thursday, January 1, 2026.

The changing of the guard involving Mamdani’s inauguration as the city mayor will inevitably be centred around a swearing-in ceremony at City Hall. But once that’s done, the whole political affair will embrace the festive spirit of the New Year as music and performances take over Broadway along the famed Canyon of Heroes.

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“This inauguration is a celebration of the movement we built, the mandate we won, and the city we are prepared to lead,” said Mamdani. “Working New Yorkers are at the heart of our agenda and we invite them to join us as we welcome this new era of politics to City Hall.”

The joint ceremony will also focus on Comptroller-elect Mark Levine and reelected Public Advocate Jumaane Williams being sworn in.

How to watch Zohran Mamdani New Year’s Party?

Thursday, January 1, 2026. City Hall doors open at 11 am local time, with the Inauguration ceremony commencing at 1 pm. The official Transition 2025 website invites everyone to take part in the historic day. It even lets you RSVP for the 2026 NYC Inauguration Block Party.

To watch the inauguration online, RSVP / register at luma.com/inauguration to receive an email with livestream instructions. Fortunately for those planning to head out to join the NYC New Year’s Block party or opting to watch the livestream, both options are free of cost.

But even then, you must not forget to register beforehand. If you’re looking forward to attending the in-person Block Party with your family, then registering once is enough for you and other members of your household. There’s no need to register each person individually.

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Zohran Mamdani Inauguration Party lineup

Quite a few Hollywood stalwarts will serve on Mamdani’s inaugural committee on the New Year’s Day. Beyond the usual gathering of politicians and local officials, the list includes the likes of YouTube and Netflix star Ms Rachel and Wednesday actor Luis Guzman, as per the official NYC Inauguration 2026 webpage.

Others on the list are Severance star John Turturro, actress and activist Cynthia Nixon, actor and playwright Cole Escola, actor Kal Penn, musician Sonny Rollins, actor and writer Julio Torres, writer and comedian The Kid Mero, A24 executive Sara’o Bery and novelist Colton Whitehead.