Washington, D.C., bars and restaurants will stay open around the clock between Jan. 17 and Jan. 21, just in time for the potential millions in town to celebrate the inauguration of President-elect Barack Obama.

The legislation passed by the D.C. Council on Tuesday night excludes nightclubs and institutes a liquor hiatus between 5 a.m. and the establishment’s regular opening hour. Nightclubs hosting inaugural balls or parties may be able to apply for a special exception.