Who’s ready to have some fun? Well, the Mercury is here to help with FREE TICKETS to see some of Portland’s best concerts and events; our way of saying thanks to our great readers and spread the word about some fantastic upcoming performances! (Psst… if you want to say thanks to the Mercury, please consider making a small monthly contribution to keep us alive and kickin’!) And oh boy, do we have some fun events coming at ya this week! CHECK IT OUT! (Note: This contest is active from July 9 through July 13). You can find our contest rules here.
- Enter for a chance to WIN FREE TICKETS to David Hockney at Portland Art Museum!
Celebrate one of the most influential artists of our time! Open through July 26, David Hockney includes over 200 colorful prints, collages, and iPad drawings spanning six decades. Get your tickets now or enter for a chance to win a free pair! (Portland Art Museum, 1219 SW Park, Through July 26, $22.50, All Ages)
- Enter for a chance to WIN FREE TICKETS to ZooNights at The Oregon Zoo!
Celebrate summer at the zoo Fridays through August at ZooNights! Each evening is filled with live music, food carts, keeper chats and activities for all ages. Get your tickets now or enter to win a free pair! (The Oregon Zoo, 4001 SW Canyon Rd, Through August 21, 5 PM, All Ages)
- Enter for a chance to WIN FREE TICKETS to Queer Line Dancing at Crystal Ballroom!
Join Stomptown, Portland’s LGBTQ+ Country Western dance hub, for an exhilarating night of non-stop line dancing. Multiple lessons throughout the night, no skills required! Get your tickets now or enter to win a free pair! (Crystal Ballroom, 1332 W Burnside, Through July 24, $11+, 7 PM, All Ages)
- Enter for a chance to WIN FREE TICKETS to Austin TV at Polaris Hall!
One of the most influential independent bands in Mexico and Latin America, Mexico City-based band Austin TV visits Portland with dynamic instrumental rock stylings! Get your tickets now or enter to win a free pair! (Polaris Hall, 635 N Killingsworth Ct, August 2, $26.20, 8 PM, All Ages)
- Enter for a chance to WIN FREE TICKETS to The Strike at Aladdin Theater!
Known for their captivating live performances and true showmanship, LA alt-pop trio The Strike shares new tunes when they visit Portland on the ‘No Time To Waste’ Tour! Get your tickets now or enter to win a free pair! (Aladdin Theater, 3017 SE Milwaukie, August 3, $34.38+, 8 PM, All Ages)
- Enter for a chance to WIN FREE TICKETS to The Robert Cray Band at Aladdin Theater!
Blues Hall of Famer and 5x GRAMMY-winner Robert Cray returns to Portland on the ‘All Amped Up’ Tour! Get your tickets now or enter to win a free pair! (Aladdin Theater, 3017 SE Milwaukie, August 7, $62.61+, 8 PM, All Ages)
GOOD LUCK! Winners will be notified on Monday (7/13), and check back next week for more FREE TIX from the Mercury.