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 La Bohème November 21 at Keller Auditorium!

This unforgettable story of passionate young artists remains one of the world's most beloved operas and reminds us to find beauty in fleeting moments of joy. La Bohème is a gift that keeps giving—the perfect first opera to share with someone you love. Get your tickets now or enter to win a free pair!

Oregon Opera - Keller Auditorium, 222 SW Clay St, Fri November 21, 7:30pm, $25 - $150, All Ages


 • Enter to WIN FREE TICKETS to see Patterson Hood + Craig Finn on November 7 at Aladdin Theater!

Best known as front-man, singer, songwriter and guitar player for the critically acclaimed rock and roll band Drive-By Truckers, prolific performer Patterson Hood returns to Portland! This time he’s joined by Craig Finn, an NYC-based, Minnesota-bred songwriter best known as the singer of The Hold Steady. Visiting on the ‘Devils In The Details’ Tour, these two musical forces perform on stage at the same time! Get your tickets now or enter to win a free pair!

Aladdin Theater, 3017 SE Milwaukie, Fri November 7, 8pm, $43.73, all ages


• Enter to WIN FREE TICKETS to The Saints on November 8 at Revolution Hall!

Following a hugely successful debut Australian tour, Saints members both founding and honorary bring their pioneering punk rock stylings to Portland on The Saints ’73-’78 Tour! Get your tickets now or enter to win a free pair!

Revolution Hall, 1300 SE Stark, Sat November 8, 8pm, $50.17, All Ages


 • Enter to WIN FREE TICKETS to see Bar Italia on November 10 at Aladdin Theater!

Equally comfortable with close-up intimacy and mosh-pit excitement, London-based trio and recent Matador signing bar italia returns to Portland with muscular indie rock tunes from their growing collection! Get your tickets now or enter to win a free pair!

Aladdin Theater, 3017 SE Milwaukie, Mon November 10, 8pm, $32.18, all ages


• Enter to WIN FREE TICKETS to The Happy Fits on November 19 at Revolution Hall!

A buzzing presence on the indie/alt/rock map with an ever-growing ardent fanbase, New Jersey-based quartet The Happy Fits shares their unique blend of cello-driven melodies and indie rock in their return to Portland! Get your tickets now or enter to win a free pair!

Revolution Hall, 1300 SE Stark, Weds November 19, 8 pm, $36.83, All Ages


 • Enter to WIN FREE TICKETS to BrewLights on November 14 or 15 at the Oregon Zoo!

Experience the twinkling magical wonderland of BrewLights, November 14 or 15! Cut loose at this 21+ only event and enjoy dozens of breweries and cideries, plus live music, food carts and more. Get your tickets now or enter to win a free pair!

Oregon Zoo, 4001 SW Canyon Road, Fri or Sat  November 14 or 15, 5:30pm - 10pm, $40 - $75, 21+


GOOD LUCK! Winners will be notified on Monday, and check back next week for more FREE TIX from the Mercury!