Looking for fun ways to wrap up 2024 and ring in the New Year? Check out this exciting lineup of events happening in Salem from December 27 – 29 and on New Year’s Eve!
December 27 – 29:
Food Drive for Marion Polk Food Share
There’s still time to donate food and support those in need! Salem’s Riverfront Carousel is a drop-site for non-perishable food donations to benefit Marion Polk Food Share. Donations will be accepted through December 31st.
Date: Now through December 31, 2024
Time: During regular carousel hours
Location: Salem’s Riverfront Carousel // 101 Front St NE, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: FREE
The Fab Four: The USA Meets the Beatles!
Experience the magic of Beatlemania with The Fab Four! This acclaimed tribute band will bring timeless classics to life at the Elsinore Theatre. With all-ages reserved seating, it’s a night of nostalgia and great music. Doors open at 6:30 PM, and the show begins at 7:30 PM.
Date: December 27, 2024
Time: 7:30 PM (Doors at 6:30 PM)
Location: Elsinore Theatre // 170 High St SE, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: Tickets start at $34.50 (view ticket information)
Danny Dash Andrews Presents: Michael Jackson Tribute Show!
Get ready for an unforgettable evening celebrating the King of Pop! America’s #1 Michael Jackson impersonator, Danny Dash Andrews, brings his high-energy tribute show to Salem’s Historic Grand Theatre. Featuring state-of-the-art lighting and sound, this production captures the magic of Michael Jackson’s legendary career. Doors open at 7 PM, with the show starting at 8 PM. All ages are welcome!
Date: December 27, 2024
Time: 8:00 PM (Doors at 7:00 PM)
Location: Salem’s Historic Grand Theatre and Event Center // 187 High St NE, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: $30 GA | $40 VIP (VIP includes priority seating, a meet & greet, a signed 8×10 poster, and a photo opportunity) (view ticket information)
Casual Chess at the Library
Spend an afternoon playing chess at the Salem Public Library. This casual, drop-in event is open to all ages and experience levels. Participants are encouraged to bring their own chess sets and clocks, but it’s not required. Join the fun in Anderson A on the library’s lower level!
Date: December 28, 2024
Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Salem Public Library // 585 Liberty St SE, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: FREE
Galen Clark Trio ft. Sarah Clarke
Enjoy an evening of soulful music and mesmerizing talent! Keyboardist Galen Clark and vocalist Sarah Clarke team up with an extraordinary rhythm section featuring Damian Erskine on bass and Micah Hummel on drums. The performance will include a mix of original funk and soul tunes alongside ballads inspired by artists like Emily King and Betty Harris.
Date: December 28, 2024
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Christo’s Pizzeria & Lounge // 1108 Broadway St NE, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: $20, plus food and drinks for purchase (view ticket information)
Singin’ In the Rain
Step back into the golden age of Hollywood with Singin’ In the Rain at Salem Cinema! This classic musical comedy spoofs the movie industry’s shift from silent films to sound in the late 1920s.
Date: December 29, 2024
Time: 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Location: Salem Cinema // 1127 Broadway St NE, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: $9 in advance or $11 day of (view ticket information)
New Year’s Eve Events:
When Harry Met Sally on New Year’s Eve at Salem Cinema
Celebrate New Year’s Eve with a romantic comedy classic at Salem Cinema! When Harry Met Sally follows the evolving relationship between Harry Burns and Sally Albright as they navigate the complexities of friendship and love over a decade. Starring Billy Crystal and Meg Ryan, this timeless film is the perfect way to welcome the new year.
Date: December 31, 2024
Time: 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Location: Salem Cinema // 1127 Broadway St NE, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: $9 in advance or $11 the day of (view ticket information)
A Grand New Year’s Eve Party Featuring DTW and THiS
Ring in the New Year with funk and flair at Salem’s Historic Grand Theatre! Celebrate the beginning of 2025 with an unforgettable night of high-energy grooves and soulful performances by DTW and local legends THiS. Dance the night away to vibrant rhythms in the heart of downtown Salem.
Date: December 31, 2024
Time: 8:00 PM
Location: Salem’s Historic Grand Theatre and Event Center // 187 High St NE, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: $20 online or $25 day of (view ticket information)
New Year’s Celebration
Celebrate the New Year in style with Havenrose Real Estate and Wolfhounds Bar & Grill. This community-centered celebration will bring live music, a DJ, signature cocktails, a midnight champagne toast, and plenty of prizes and giveaways. Minors are welcome from 8–9 PM for mocktails, photos, and fun at the photobooth.
Date: December 31, 2024
Time: 8:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Location: Wolfhounds Bar & Grill // 466 Court St NE, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: $8 in advance | $10 at the door (view ticket information)
New Year’s Eve with JFK
Ring in the New Year at the Honky Tonk Bar and Grill with live music from JFK. Expect an electric atmosphere and a packed house as the night kicks into high gear. General admission is $10, or reserve a table for $15 per person.
Date: December 31, 2024
Time: 8:00 PM
Location: Honky Tonk Bar and Grill // 2275 McGilchrist St SE, Salem, OR 97302
Cost: $10 General Admission | $15 Reserved Table
NYE Black Tie Comedy at Infinity Room
Celebrate New Year’s Eve with laughter and style at Infinity Room’s Black Tie Comedy showcase! Featuring Oregon’s finest stand-up comedians, this event invites you to dress up and enjoy a night of hilarity. Your ticket includes a complimentary champagne or sparkling toast at midnight. Full kitchen and bar menus will be available throughout the night.
Date: December 31, 2024
Time: 10:00 PM (Doors at 9:00 PM)
Location: Infinity Room // 210 Liberty St SE Ste 150, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: $40 presale | $45 at the door (view ticket information)
New Year’s Eve at the South Liberty Featuring STORM
Rock your way into 2025 with live 80s arena rock from STORM at South Liberty Bar! This high-energy New Year’s Eve celebration has no cover charge, but seating is first come, first served—so arrive early for dinner, drinks, and a front-row seat to the action.
Date: December 31, 2024
Time: 8:00 PM – 12:10 AM
Location: South Liberty Bar // 4682 Liberty Rd S, Salem, OR 97302
Cost: FREE
Celebrate the end of the year with a bang. Mark your calendars, gather your friends, and make lasting memories at these local events!
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