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 Damien Jurado on Jan 29 at Mississippi Studios!

Enjoy cinematic indie rock from Seattle-based singer-songwriter Damien Jurado and his backing band, when Jurado returns to Portland with his acclaimed 2002 album, I Break Chairs! Get your tickets now or enter to win a free pair!

Mississippi Studios, 3939 N Mississippi, Wed Jan 29, 8 pm, $38.50, 21+


 

• Enter to WIN FREE TICKETS to see Moe. on Jan 30 at Aladdin Theater!

Hailed by American Songwriter for their "mind-bending musicality," moe. is treasured for their mesmerizing musical synergy, unfettered showmanship, and smart, resonant songcraft. These Buffalo-born icons have been favorites of the jam and improv rock scenes since the early ‘90s — catch the band once more when they return to Portland for two nights on the "Circle Of Giants" Tour! Get your tickets now or enter to win a free pair!

Aladdin Theater, 3017 SE Milwaukie, Thurs Jan 30, 8 pm, $52.17, all ages


 

• Enter to WIN FREE TICKETS to see The Builders and The Butchers on Jan 31 at Mississippi Studios!

Portland-based folk-rock band The Builders and The Butchers shares a special hybrid of folk, country and twangy rock from their forthcoming album, The Spark! This show is part of Portland Music Month — enjoy an evening of music while supporting local creators! Get your tickets now or enter to win a free pair!

Mississippi Studios, 3939 N Mississippi, Fri Jan 31, 9 pm, $27.07, 21+


 

• Enter to WIN FREE TICKETS to see Motet on Feb 1 at Aladdin Theater!

Even after their 20+ years of accolades and recognition, legendary outfit funk six-piece The Motet are still exploring new sonic ideas. Listen LIVE as they share infectious grooves and immaculate, layered arrangements from their highly-anticipated 10th studio album, Love Time! Get your tickets now or enter to win a free pair!

Aladdin Theater, 3017 SE Milwaukie, Sat Feb 1, 8 pm, $40.65, all ages


 

• Enter to WIN FREE TICKETS to see Exquisite Creatures Revealed which closes Feb 17 at OMSI!

It’s your last chance to see Exquisite Creatures Revealed, an exhibition from local artist Christopher Marley, on view at the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry until February 17! Get your tickets now or enter to win a free pair here!

OMSI, 1945 SE Water, until Mon Feb 17, $15-$23, all ages


 

• Enter to WIN FREE TICKETS to see PAM CUT’s Tomorrow Theater at your earliest convenience at the Tomorrow Theater!

PAM CUT’s Tomorrow Theater events are one-night-only mash-ups of two or more experiences—like local artists and creatives doing their thing related to a film or playful extras that up the fun factor. Get your tickets now or enter to win a free pair here!

Tomorrow Theater, 3530 SE Division, various days, times, & prices, all ages 


GOOD LUCK! Winners will be notified on Monday, and check back next week for more FREE TIX from the Mercury!