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 September 3 through September 7). You can find our contest rules here.

This eye-opening exhibition introduces audiences to the diverse artworks of Indigenous Australia. Explore the rich and living history of creativity through works made by more than 130 artists. Get your tickets now or enter for a chance to win a free pair! (Portland Art Museum, 1219 SW Park, Sep 5 – Jan 3, $27, All Ages)

Join Stomptown, Portland’s LGBTQ+ Country Western dance hub, for an exhilarating night of non-stop line dancing. Multiple lessons throughout the night! All dance levels are welcome. Get your tickets now or enter for a chance to win a free pair! (Crystal Ballroom, 1332 W Burnside, September 12, $11+, 7 PM, All Ages)

Beloved for their mix of twang, grit, and anthemic rock, North Carolina alt-country outfit American Aquarium returns to Portland! Get your tickets now or enter for a chance to win a free pair! (Aladdin Theater, 3017 SE Milwaukie, September 19, $34.38, 8 PM, All Ages)

New Jersey rock duo the Front Bottoms visit Portland to celebrate 11 years of their third studio album, Back On Top! Get your tickets now or enter for a chance to win a free pair! (Revolution Hall, 1300 SE Stark, September 20, $56.99, 8 PM, All Ages)

Sondre Lerche has always been a romantic. Whether it be the songs he wrote as a teen for his critically acclaimed 2001 debut, Faces Down, or his 11th studio album, Acrobats, an eight-song suite that pingpongs between joy and introspection, loss and love. Get your tickets now or enter for a chance to win a free pair! (Mission Theater, 1624 NW Glisan, September 24, $40.50, 8 PM, All Ages)

Nashville-based alt-pop icon Lauren Sanderson brings her blend of pop, hip-hop, and R&B to Portland, sharing songs from her brand-new self-titled album, LAUREN, on the ‘Come Say Sum’ Tour! Get your tickets now or enter for a chance to win a free pair! (Aladdin Theater, 3017 SE Milwaukie, September 24, $34.38, 8 PM, All Ages)

Chicago indie rock trio Friko flickers between explosive rock, chamber pop, and serene sonics — enjoy their dynamic music extremes when the band returns to Portland on the ‘Something Worth Waiting For’ Tour! Get your tickets now or enter for a chance to win a free pair! (Polaris Hall, 635 N Killingsworth Ct, September 24, $33.38, 8 PM, All Ages)

GOOD LUCK! Winners will be notified on Monday (9/7), and check back next week for more FREE TIX from the Mercury.