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DNC Thursday Schedule

2024 Democratic National Convention concludes today in Chicago. Here's the agenda.

Published August 22, 2024 at 6:04am by Gabe Hauari


2024 Democratic National Convention: Final Day Begins in Chicago

The 2024 Democratic National Convention enters its fourth and final day in Chicago on Thursday, following notable appearances and speeches from prominent figures such as former President Bill Clinton, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz on Wednesday.

The convention will culminate with Vice President Kamala Harris accepting the party's presidential nomination, following speeches from various Democratic Party leaders.

The event follows a tumultuous few months for Democrats, marked by President Biden's poor debate performance against former President Donald Trump on June 27. Biden subsequently decided against seeking reelection and endorsed Harris as the party's nominee.

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When is the 2024 DNC?

The DNC is scheduled for Aug. 19-22 at the United Center in Chicago.

Full 2024 DNC Schedule for Thursday

Here's Thursday's full schedule:

All times listed are in Central Time.

  • 7 a.m.-9:30 a.m.: Delegation breakfasts
  • 9 a.m.-10 a.m.: Morning press briefing
  • 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.: Women's Caucus meeting
  • 12 p.m.-1:30 p.m.: Disability Caucus meeting
  • 12 p.m.-1:30 p.m.: Youth Council meeting
  • 12 p.m.-1:30 p.m.: Rural Council meeting
  • 1:45 p.m.-3:15 p.m.: Veterans & Military Families Council meeting
  • 1:45 p.m.-3:15 p.m.: Poverty Council meeting
  • 1:45 p.m.-3:15 p.m.: Interfaith Council meeting
  • 6 p.m.-10 p.m.: Main programming

How to Watch and Stream the 2024 DNC

The convention will air live on its website, streaming from the United Center in Chicago between 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. ET (6 p.m. to 10 p.m. CT) Tuesday through Thursday.

USA TODAY will provide livestream coverage on YouTube each night of the DNC, Monday through Thursday.

Themes for Each Night of the DNC

The DNC announced nightly themes for the convention, titled "For the People, For Our Future."

  • Monday: "For the People"
  • Tuesday: "A Bold Vision for America's Future"
  • Wednesday: "A Fight for our Freedoms"
  • Thursday: "For our Future"

Gabe Hauari is a national trending news reporter at USA TODAY. You can follow him on X @GabeHauari or email him at Gdhauari@gannett.com.

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