Work on the $200 million ballroom at the White House will start in September

White House Announces New Ballroom Construction

On Thursday, the White House revealed that work on a $200 million ballroom will commence in September, aiming for completion in early 2029, just in time for President Trump’s entertaining plans.

This follows a series of changes introduced to the “house of man” since Trump assumed office in January, marking the first structural update for executive apartments since the addition of the Truman Balcony decades ago.

In addition to an upgraded Oval Office, which now boasts gold accents and cherubs, Trump has taken steps to install large flagpoles flying American flags on the north and south lawns. Currently, there’s ongoing work to replace the Rose Garden’s lawn with stone.

The ballroom project, which has been on Trump’s agenda for several months, stems from his preference to host heads of state and guests indoors rather than using tents on the lawn for state dinners, a practice established by previous administrations. The East Room, the largest space in the White House, accommodates about 200 guests.

The newly proposed 90,000-square-foot ballroom will rise in place of the East Wing, which houses several offices, including that of the First Ladies. Those offices will be temporarily relocated during construction, and the ballroom will have a capacity for 650 people.

During a press conference on July 31, 2025, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt shared a rendering of the future ballroom, emphasizing its significance to Trump’s vision.

Leavitt commented, “President Trump is a builder at heart and has a remarkable attention to detail.” She also noted that Trump and his team are committed to collaborating with the appropriate organizations to create a ballroom that not only serves future administrations but also honors the rich history of the White House.

In her briefing, Leavitt mentioned that Trump and other donors had promised to cover the $200 million construction costs, though she did not disclose the names of the other contributors.