MUSIC—Van Halen have got staying power. In true rock ‘n’ roll fashion, their 40-year run has included internal strife, drug addiction, and debilitating illness. It’s also produced “Jump!” and “Hot for Teacher.” David Lee Roth is back as frontman (and Eddie Van Halen’s son, Wolfgang, is the new bassist). They’re not getting any younger, so go see them while you can! SHELBY R. KING
Amphitheater Northwest, 17200 NE Delfel, Ridgefield, 7:30 pm, $47-152, all ages
COMEDY—In its fifth year, the month-long Portland’s Funniest Person competition winds to a close tonight. Will it be Amy Miller or Gabe Dinger, Sean Jordan or Curtis Cook? Or Merc friends Alex Falcone or Bri Pruett? Or a bit of a surprise like last year’s champ Steven Wilber? We’ll know tonight, when our new chuckle overlord is crowned. COURTNEY FERGUSON
Helium Comedy Club, 1510 SE 9th, 8 pm, $15-23