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! (Note: This contest is active from July 16 through July 20). You can find our contest rules here.
- Enter for a chance to WIN FREE TICKETS to Pretty, Witty, and Gay at The Whitsell!
A film series inspired by David Hockney. Check out Pretty, Witty, and Gay this summer at the renovated Whitsell Auditorium—including West Side Story, Moonlight, The Graduate, Dog Day Afternoon, and more! Get your tickets now or enter for a chance to win a free pair! (The Whitsell, 1219 SW Park, July 26-August 1, $15, All Ages)
- Enter for a chance to WIN FREE TICKETS to Essie & The Hum at Crystal Ballroom!
Essie and The Hum craft ethereal indie-folk rock shaped by the magic of live performance. Based in Portland, their sound drifts from intimate, slow-burn ballads to full-throttle rock moments, pulling listeners into a wormhole they won’t want to leave. Get your tickets now or enter for a chance to win a free pair! (Crystal Ballroom, 1332 W Burnside, July 31, $21.25, All Ages)
- Enter for a chance to WIN FREE TICKETS to Jerry’s Middle Finger at Crystal Ballroom!
Three decades after the loss of Jerry Garcia, a close-knit band of musicians are carrying the torch for his distinctive blend of soul, guitar, and eclectic American music. Get your tickets now or enter for a chance to win a free pair! (Crystal Ballroom, 1332 W Burnside, August 8, $42.50, All Ages)
GOOD LUCK! Winners will be notified on Monday (7/20), and check back next week for more FREE TIX from the Mercury.