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!

A film series inspired by David Hockney. Check out Pretty, Witty, and Gay this spring at the renovated Whitsell Auditorium—including Sunset Boulevard, Singin’ in the Rain, Robert Altman films, and more!  Get your tickets now or enter to win a free pair!

Portland Art Museum, 1219 SW Park, April 25-May 17, 2 pm, $10+, all ages

Rolling funk/soul ensemble Sir Woman has quickly skyrocketed to headliner status at Austin’s most venerable clubs, taking the city’s music scene by storm. Listen LIVE as they return to Portland with a full band! Get your tickets now or enter to win a free pair!

Aladdin Theater, 3017 SE Milwaukie, Fri May 8, 8 pm, $35.41, all ages

LA-based “fairy doom” trio Faetooth brings doom metal, black metal, shoegaze, and sludge stylings to this all-ages show at Aladdin! Get your tickets now or enter to win a free pair!

Aladdin Theater, 3017 SE Milwaukie, Mon May 11, 7:30 pm, $28.22, all ages

Like a secret that can be kept no longer, the elusive & influential Souled American emerge for a rare appearance to promote SANCTIONS, their first record in thirty years. Get your tickets now or enter to win a free pair!

Mississippi Studios, 3939 N Mississippi, Tues May 12, 7:30 pm, $26.20, 21+

Robert Lester Folsom brings spirited, high-flying American folk rock to the Mississippi stage! Get your tickets now or enter to win a free pair!

Mississippi Studios, 3939 N Mississippi, Thurs May 14, 8 pm, $32.36, 21+

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