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Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens Kicks Off Second Term with Inauguration Week Focused on Service

ATLANTA– Mayor Andre Dickens is set to launch his second term with a three-day Inauguration celebration from January 3 to 5, 2026. Guided by the mission of "Moving Atlanta Forward," the week is designed as a reaffirmation of the City's commitment to service, faith, unity and civic partnership—culminating in the official swearing-in of the Mayor, City Councilmembers and other municipal officials. Media must RSVP here.

"This weekend is a celebration of service, unity, faith, and our shared commitment to moving Atlanta forward. This moment belongs to all of us." said Mayor Andre Dickens. "On Saturday, we will come together across multiple locations to serve our youth, support our seniors and care for the communities that make Atlanta home. Whether you volunteer at a site or do an act of service in your own way, the goal is simple: give back. Join me in starting this next chapter by putting people first."

The events are open to all Atlantans and underscore the Administration’s dedication to a stronger, more connected city:

1. ATL Cares! Day of Service

• Who: Mayor Andre Dickens, Atlanta City Council President-Elect Marci Collier-Overstreet and other city officials, as well as Terreta Rodgers (Amazon), Cheryl Kortemeier (Corporate Volunteer Council), and Libby Saylor Wright (Boys & Girls Clubs).
  
  
• What: The weekend begins with a citywide day of impact, volunteerism, and community engagement, activating 61 service projects across Atlanta neighborhoods. Four projects will be led by the Inaugural Team, focusing on youth in partnership with Amazon and House Proud, park conservation with Park Pride, cultural beautification with SCAD, and senior citizen engagement across a range of locations including Whitehead Boys & Girls Club, Chastain Park, A.G. Rhodes in Wesley Woods, and culminating with a volunteer appreciation party at C.T. Martin Natatorium at 12:30 p.m.
  
  
• When: Events throughout the day on Saturday, with Mayor Dickens speaking between 12:30 – 1pm
  
  
• Where: C.T. Martin Natatorium 3201 M.L.K. Jr Dr SW, Atlanta, GA 30311

2. The Spirit of Atlanta: Interfaith Service

• Who: Mayor Andre Dickens and other city officials, as well as Reverend Raphael Warnock (Ebenezer Baptist Church), Soumaya Khalifa (Islamic Speakers Bureau), and Rabbi Ellen Nemhauser (Interfaith Atlanta).
  
  
• What: A one-hour televised program (on WSB-TV) celebrating Atlanta’s diverse religious communities and uplifting the Mayor’s longstanding connection to faith-based communities. The program will feature inspirational messages, music, and cultural presentations.
  
  
• When: Sunday, January 4, 2026, at 11:00 a.m.
  
  
• Where: Virtual at https://www.wsbtv.com/community/ 

3. Inaugural Swearing-In Ceremony

• Who: Mayor Andre Dickens, residents, civic leaders, elected officials and partners.
  
  
• What: The official beginning of Mayor Dickens’ and newly elected officials’ second term. This is the inaugural swearing-in ceremony for the Mayor, members of the City Council and other municipal officers.
  
  
• When: Monday, January 5, 2026 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
  
  
• Where: Convocation Hall, Georgia State University, 455 Capitol Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30312
  
  

About the Inauguration Week:

Inauguration Week is a reminder of Atlanta’s identity—a community built on service, faith and civic partnership. Through these events, the city will come together to honor its traditions and look forward to a stronger, more connected and equitable future under Mayor Dickens’ second term. Please RSVP HERE by completing a short survey to ensure access, as media credentials are required.

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