Query: DO YOU LOVE TO LAUGH? Then you’re the perfect candidate for Portland’s funniest monthly comedy extravaganza: the I, Anonymous Show! As you know, the Mercury’s I, Anonymous column and blog feature insane rants, weird and sexy secrets, and shameful confessions. And they’re all written anonymously… by people like YOU! But now we’ve made a fun thing […]
Events
Posted inBooks
Dan Pfeiffer Speaks at Revolution Hall Tonight and I’ll Be On Stage Too
In last week’s paper, our Anti-Trump Book Club columnist Jim Berhle conducted a funny, charming, and inspiring interview with Pod Save America’s co-host and former Senior Advisor to President Obama, Dan Pfeiffer. If you haven’t read it, you really should. It was the only thing I read last week that made me feel even moderately […]
Posted inEvents
The 21 Best Concerts to See in Portland This Week: June 20-26
From Lucinda Williams to Good in the Hood Festival
From Lucinda Williams to Good in the Hood Festival.
Posted inEvents
Quick! Get Your Tickets Now for the Best of HUMP!
Everyone loves HUMP! (AKA America’s sweetest homegrown porn festival). But what if you made the disappointing mistake of missing one of HUMP!’s sexy shorts? FEAR NOT! Because the BEST OF HUMP! is coming to Revolution Hall on June 22 and 23, and tickets are on sale NOW. With permission from the directors and actors, we’re […]
Posted inEvents
Waterfront Pride Mainstage Events
All the Performances, All the Pride!
There’s loads of fun to be had at the Waterfront Pride Festival—including a weekend’s worth of food, music, performance, and vendors. Here are the mainstage acts you won’t want to miss! (★ = super-duper recommended.) SATURDAY JUNE 16 NOON: Two Spirit Festival Opening Join our local Two Spirit community as they celebrate Pride and the […]
Posted inBars & Clubs
The Best in LGBTQ+ Nightlife, Bars, Parties, Comedy, and More
Nightlife is central to LGBTQ+ history and experiences. Whether you’re visiting or new to Portland, here’s an in-depth guide on where to plan your epic queer outing—from the theater to the club to the party to the morning after. Check out the Things to Do calendar at portlandmercury.com for upcoming dates and times. Bars, Strip […]
Posted inFood and Drink
The Mercury’s Guide to Summer Fun in Portland—and Beyond!
Summer in the City!
Your semi-reliable, mostly sober pals at the Mercury are here with a bunch of ways to help you make the most of your summer.
Posted inEvents
The 12 Best Concerts to See in Portland This Week: May 16-22
Moorea Masa, Sofi Tukker, Cough, and More!
Moorea Masa, Sofi Tukker, Cough, and more!
Posted inEvents
The 17 Best Concerts to See in Portland This Week: May 9-15
All Hail P!nk, Unknown Mortal Orchestra’s Hometown Show, and the St. Johns Bizarre
All hail P!nk, Unknown Mortal Orchestra’s hometown show, and the St. John’s Bizarre.
Posted inFashion
May Style Events
Events from Adorn, Seven Sisters, and More!
Events from Adorn, Seven Sisters, and more!
Posted inEvents
Looking for Fun? The Mercury’s THINGS TO DO is the Best Entertainment Calendar in Town!
Hey you! Love having fun? Need to know where to find it? Well, the Portland Mercury’s Things to Do online calendar is THE BEST EVENT CALENDAR IN PORTLAND—hands down, full stop! What makes Things to Do the BOSSEST calendar in Portland? Check this out: ★ It’s super easy to find any type of event you’re […]
Posted inFashion
April Style Events
Amazing Pop-Ups to Brighten Your Wardrobe
Amazing pop-ups to brighten your wardrobe.