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!
• Enter to WIN FREE TICKETS to see IDKHOW + Phantom Planet on June 18 at Revolution Hall!
Formed by the bassist for Panic! at the Disco, singer/songwriter Dallon Weekes brings his theatrical aesthetics, infectiously sharp songwriting and charismatic stage presence as IDKHOW! Energetic alt-rock outfit Phantom Planet takes the stage as well, sharing compelling lyricism and all-around stellar musicianship! Get your tickets now or enter to win a free pair!
Revolution Hall, 1300 SE Stark, Wed June 18, 8 pm, $35.80, all ages
• Enter to WIN FREE TICKETS to see Valerie June on June 20 & June 21 at Revolution Hall (one pair for each night)!
Valerie June returns to Portland with exquisite folk songwriting and spellbinding vocals — enjoy country soul, psychedelic folk, blues and more when the Grammy-nominated multi-instrumentalist visits with her full band on the "Owls, Omens, and Oracles" Tour! Get your tickets now or enter to win a free pair!
Revolution Hall, 1300 SE Stark, Fri-Sat, June 20-21, 8 pm, $43.76, all ages
• Enter to WIN FREE TICKETS to see Matteo Mancuso on June 22 at Aladdin Theater!
A musical prodigy from an early age, Sicilian classical guitarist Matteo Mancuso brings his unique finger-style technique and mesmerizing jazz sound to Portland! Get your tickets now or enter to win a free pair!
Aladdin Theater, 3017 SE Milwaukie, Sun June 22, 8 pm, $43.73-$56.30, all ages
• Enter to WIN FREE TICKETS to see Esmé Patterson on June 23 at Mississippi Studios!
Tennessee-via-Colorado indie folk songwriter Esmé Patterson brings her intense live performance to Portland, touring in celebration of her long-awaited fifth full-length album, Notes from Nowhere! Get your tickets now or enter to win a free pair!
Mississippi Studios, 3939 N Mississippi, Mon June 23, 8 pm, $22.20, 21+
• Enter to WIN FREE TICKETS to ZooNights on Fridays, June 20-August 22 at Oregon Zoo!
Celebrate summer at ZooNights! Fridays from June 20 through August 22, ZooNights features live music, food carts, local beer and wine, keeper chats, and activities for all ages. Plus, animal encounters offer an up-close view of wildlife. Every ticket purchased helps the Oregon Zoo protect endangered species at home and around the world. Visit oregonzoo.org/nights to reserve your tickets, or enter here to win a free pair!
Oregon Zoo, 4001 SW Canyon, June 20-Aug 22, 5 pm-9 pm, $13-$30, all ages
GOOD LUCK! Winners will be notified on Monday, and check back next week for more FREE TIX from the Mercury!
