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 TWO FREE TICKETS to see Decadent 80s Dance Party on May 23 at McMenamins Crystal Ballroom!
D80s is Portland’s longest-running 80s night, celebrating 21 consecutive years of weekly events. It’s the official 80s night for Goonies Weekend in Astoria and hosts special events at select venues throughout Portland and across Oregon. Get your tickets now or enter to win a free pair!
McMenamins Crystal Ballroom, 1332 West Burnside, Sat May 23, 8 PM, $11, 21+
- Enter to WIN TWO FREE TICKETS to Dance With The Dead/Magic Sword on May 30 at Revolution Hall!
Uniting on ‘The Face Off Tour,’ Dance With The Dead and Magic Sword visit Rev Hall with retro-futuristic soundscapes and cinematic synth anthems! Get your tickets now or enter to win a free pair!
Revolution Hall, 1300 SE Stark, Sat May 30, 8 pm, $36.98, All Ages
- Enter to WIN TWO FREE TICKETS to Reggae Rise Up on June 12-14 at Deschutes County Fairgrounds!
Reggae Rise Up Oregon returns to Redmond OR for year two on June 12-14 2026! Experience a full weekend of live performances camping immersive art local food and craft vendors interactive activities and the unmatched energy of the #RRUFam. With multiple stages stunning Central Oregon views and nonstop vibes from day to night this is a summer weekend you won’t want to miss! Get your tickets now or enter to win a free pair!
Deschutes County Fairgrounds, 3800 SW Airport Wy, June 12-14, $98+, All Ages
- Enter to WIN TWO FREE TICKETS to Therapy Gecko on June 5 at Polaris Hall!
Comedian, multi-platform internet sensation and unlicensed therapist Lyle Forever returns to Portland with his beloved “Therapy Gecko” live show! His last appearance in PDX quickly SOLD OUT — don’t miss Therapy Gecko LIVE in Portland once more! Get your tickets now or enter to win a free pair!
Polaris Hall, 635 N Killingsworth Ct, Fri June 5, 7 pm, $32.36+, 21+
- Enter to WIN TWO FREE TICKETS to Yacht Rock Revue on June 5 at Revolution Hall!
Hailed by Rolling Stone as the “world’s premier soft-rock party band,” dynamic ensemble Yacht Rock Revue returns to Rev Hall for two nights on the ‘Primetime’ Tour! Get your tickets now or enter to win a free pair!
Revolution Hall, 1300 SE Stark, June 5 & 6, 8 pm, $46.47, 21+
- Enter to WIN TWO FREE TICKETS to see The Church on June 7 at McMenamins Crystal Ballroom!
Few bands enter their fifth decade of making music with all the fierce creative energy of their early years. Even fewer bands are like The Church. Experiencing a renaissance of sorts, The Church has witnessed their continued impact to astonishingly grow exponentially in audience size and media attention. Get your tickets now or enter to win a free pair!
McMenamins Crystal Ballroom, 1332 West Burnside, Sun June 7, 8 PM, $51.75+, All Ages
- Enter to WIN TWO FREE TICKETS to TsuShiMaMiRe on June 12 at Polaris Hall!
Japanese all-female rock trio TsuShiMaMiRe brings new music to Portland on the ‘Oversized American Dreams’ Tour! Get your tickets now or enter to win a free pair!
Polaris Hall, 635 N Killingsworth Ct, Fri June 12, 9 pm, $22.35, 21+
GOOD LUCK! Winners will be notified on Monday, and check back next week for more FREE TIX from the Mercury.