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 October 1 through October 5). You can find our contest rules here.

Montana-born songwriter Izaak Opatz shares confessional folk-pop songs from a thoughtful discography that explores personal privacy, a 20th-century attention span, the steady drip of a monthly subscription and other all-too-real themes of modern life. Get your tickets now or enter for a chance to win a free pair! (Mississippi Studios, 3939 N Mississippi, October 19, $19.27, 8 PM, 21+)

Everclear brings the Lucky 7 Tour with a high-energy night of ’90s alt-rock favorites led by founder Art Alexakis. Get your tickets now or enter for a chance to win a free pair! (Crystal Ballroom, 1332 W Burnside, October 28, $58+, 8 PM, All Ages)

Infectious energy is an understatement for Pigeons Playing Ping Pong, the four-piece musical powerhouse known for their head-turning, high-energy psychedelic funk shows. Enjoy their hypnotic hybrid of funk, rock, and psychedelic groove at Rev Hall! Get your tickets now or enter for a chance to win a free pair! (Revolution Hall, 1300 SE Stark, October 24, $45.96+, 7 PM, 21+)

Touring and making records for over 20 years, Griffin House is an insightful, prolific songwriter with a 13+ album discography. The acclaimed artist returns to Portland with powerful folk rock tunes, don’t miss it! Get your tickets now or enter for a chance to win a free pair! (Mississippi Studios, 3939 N Mississippi, October 25, $31.33, 8 PM, 21+)

Born out of the late-’90s New Jersey hardcore underground, The Dillinger Escape Plan became infamous for the intensity of their live performances: full of mathcore complexity, punk unpredictability, and lots of shattered equipment. They hit the road once more with a round of special shows, celebrating their landmark debut album, Calculating Infinity, for the final time! Don’t miss their Portland appearance. Get your tickets now or enter for a chance to win a free pair! (Revolution Hall, 1300 SE Stark, October 25, $56.48+, 8 PM, All Ages)

GOOD LUCK! Winners will be notified on Monday (10/5), and check back next week for more FREE TIX from the Mercury.