It's the last weekend of 2018, here are five things to do in Salem

Abby Luschei
Statesman Journal
Watch "The Muppet Christmas Carol" and enjoy free hot chocolate, 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 28, Dolce Mama's.

It's the last weekend of 2018, here are some things to do Salem:

Free movie and hot chocolate

What: Come wearing pajamas and bring blankets, pillows or camping chairs to enjoy a screening of "The Muppet Christmas Carol" and free hot chocolate.

When: 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 28

Location: Dolce Mama's, 333 State St., Salem

Cost: Free; space is limited, and seating is first come, first serve

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Viewing party for season four of "RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars," meet and greet with Valentina and a show, starts at 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 28, Shotski’s Wood Fired Eats.

All-Stars Viewing Party

What: Viewing party for season four of "RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars," meet and greet with Valentina and a show.

When: Starts at 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 28

Location: Shotski’s Wood Fired Eats, 1230 State St., Salem

Cost: $15, $20 at the door for general admission; $25, $30 at the door for VIP

​​​​​​Information: www.facebook.com/events/256833458347459/

Be a spectator or sign up day of at a new fun run in Salem benefiting survivors of human trafficking in the Willamette Valley where runners will wear formal attire.

The Fanciest 5K. Ever.

What: Be a spectator or sign up day of at a new fun run in Salem benefiting survivors of human trafficking in the Willamette Valley where runners will wear formal attire.

Time: 8 a.m. to noon, run begins at 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 29

Location: Courthouse Club Fitness — West, 300 Glen Creek Road NW, Salem

Cost: $30

More information:Salem woman creates new 5K run benefiting local nonprofit, human trafficking survivors

The Kenny Sears Band is a Salem-based blues/classic rock five-piece band.

The Kenny Sears Band

What: Live music from this Salem-based blues/classic rock five-piece band.

When: 8 p.m. to midnight Saturday, Dec. 29

Location: Half Penny, 3743 Commercial St. SE, Salem

An in-depth behind the scenes look at the Elsinore Theatre and its history, 3 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 30.

Tour the Elsinore

What: An in-depth behind the scenes look at the Elsinore Theatre and its history.

When: 3 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 30

Location: Elsinore Theatre, 170 High St. SE, Salem

Cost: $5; call 503-375-3574 to reserve a spot and pay at the door

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