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 FREE TICKETS to see Aquabats on July 30 at Crystal Ballroom!
Since their formation in 1994 in Orange County, The Aquabats have been punk rock's superheroes, dedicated to injecting harmless fun into a music scene that often took itself too seriously. Get ready to join The Aquabats on their unique musical journey as they celebrate three decades of bringing joy, entertainment, and a touch of superhero flair to the world of punk rock! Get your tickets now, or enter to win a free pair here!
Crystal Ballroom, 1332 W Burnside, Tues July 30, 7 pm, $62-$68, all ages
• Enter to WIN FREE TICKETS to see Menomena on August 11 at Revolution Hall!
Spend an evening with Portland-based experimental rock outfit Menomena as they celebrate 20 years of their debut album, I Am the Fun Blame Monster, playing the album in its entirety! The 8/10 show is SOLD OUT — grab your 8/11 tickets here before they’re gone, or enter to win a free pair!
Revolution Hall, 1300 SE Stark, Sun Aug 11, 8 pm, $20, all ages
• Enter to WIN FREE TICKETS to see Lambrini Girl on August 10 at Mississippi Studios!
With inspirations drawn from punk to noise rock, Lambrini Girls became the gayest band to ever win 50 consecutive Eurovision contests in a row. They want to create spaces at shows for anyone who feels like there isn’t a place for them there already. Join in this summer! Get your tickets now, or enter to win a free pair here!
Mississippi Studios, 3939 N Mississippi, Sat Aug 10, 8 pm, $18, 21+
• Enter to WIN FREE TICKETS to see The Arcadian Wild on August 11 at Aladdin Theater!
Nashville indie folk/pop trio The Arcadian Wild share lush harmonies and dazzling fretwork from their powerful, progressive collection. Get your tickets now, or enter to win a free pair here!
Aladdin Theater, 3017 SE Milwaukie, Sun Aug 11, 8 pm, $25, all ages
• Enter to WIN FREE TICKETS to see SUNFISH on August 10 at Show Bar at Revolution Hall!
A rock group from Salt Lake who exploded onto their city’s indie music scene five years ago, Sunfish visits with tunes from their new EP, SUNFISH IS NOT A CULT. Get your tickets now, or enter to win a free pair here!
Show Bar at Revolution Hall, 1300 SE Stark, Sat Aug 10, 8 pm, $15, 21+
• Enter to WIN FREE TICKETS to see Briscoe on August 15 at Show Bar at Revolution Hall!
Americana folk-rock outfit Briscoe visits Portland with their debut album, West of It All! Get your tickets now, or enter to win a free pair here!
Show Bar at Revolution Hall, 1300 SE Stark, Thurs Aug 15, 8 pm, $15, 21+
GOOD LUCK! Winners will be notified on Monday. Check back next week for more FREE TIX from the Mercury!
