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 […]
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Posted inComedy
TONIGHT! Don’t Miss the Undisputable Geniuses of Comedy 2025! 🤣
Featuring host Adam Pasi, Portland’s best stand-ups, and super special guest Mohanad Elshieky!
Let’s celebrate, because… IT’S BACK! The biggest night of Portland comedy is returning to Revolution Hall TONIGHT Thursday, March 20! You like laughing your guts out, right? Then you won’t want to miss the Portland Mercury’s Undisputable Geniuses of Comedy 2025, featuring Portland’s funniest people (and hilarious up-and-comers) all on one stage. Stand-up comedians, sketch comedy, […]
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ManiFest Celebrates the Fine Art We Wear on Our Fingers
Before the pandemic happened, nail artist Asa Bree was in what she describes as a “very toxic” salon situation. ”COVID kind of caused that to implode,” she says. “I had a very strong Instagram and social media presence at that time. It occurred to me that it can all crumble very quickly, especially with all […]
Posted inMovies & TV
This Horror Double Feature Is the Exploding-Head Crown Jewel of March’s Women in Film Series
The star of Chopping Mall and Night of the Comet, Kelli Maroney discusses the films at Clinton Street Theater.
In this current boom time for horror films, let us once again praise the work of the city’s movie theaters that offer repertory showings—for providing access to both classic films of the form (education for recent converts to the genre, like myself) and some gristle for the longtime fans to gnaw on. The calendars for Hollywood […]
Posted inMercury Music Picks
Mercury Music Picks: Mother Danzig, Amyl & the Sniffers, and the Linda Lindas
Plus Portland music news!
This Mercury Music Picks goes out to all the soggy ladies, all the soggy ladies! It’s been wet out there lately and yet, I keep going to all these shows and they keep getting packed out—y’all do be making this music editor emotional. But wait, there’s more! More shows to go check out, more sights […]
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Enter to WIN FREE TICKETS to See Thursday’s Geniuses of Comedy Show!
Ten of Portland’s funniest on one stage for one night only!
You like laughing your guts out, right? Then you won’t want to miss the Portland Mercury’s Undisputable Geniuses of Comedy 2025, featuring Portland’s funniest people (and hilarious up-and-comers) all on one stage. And it’s all going down at Revolution Hall this Thursday, March 20! Featuring top-notch stand-up from: Shain Brenden, Ally J Ward, Ben Harkins, […]
Posted inThe Trash Report
THE TRASH REPORT: Goonies Reunion, Two PDX Flocks, and Portland Gay Men’s Chorus Sings for a New World
The “Star-Spangled Banner” is a trash song if I’ve ever heard one!
Getting the Goonies back together, Emma Stone’s popcorn pockets, and the “Star-Spangled Banner” is a trash song if I’ve ever heard one!
Posted inMusic
Can We Make Portland a Music Capital Again?
City Councilor Jamie Dunphy has ideas.
When Jamie Dunphy pulled up to our meeting in his beater ’90s Ford Ranger, wearing a flannel, it was clear that his roots as a PNW musician are still deeply planted. Since taking office, Dunphy has positioned himself as a relatable voice on City Council; a Portlander with fresh takes on how to make the […]
Posted inEverOut
The Top 45 Events in Portland This Week: Mar 17–23, 2025
Found Footage Festival, The Music of the Rolling Stones, and More
Thursday may be the first day of spring, but the Oregon weather is determined to rain on its parade. However, there’s still plenty of fun to be had this week at events from the Found Footage Festival’s 20th Anniversary Show to The Music of the Rolling Stones and from Gabriel Iglesias to The 2025 Undisputable Geniuses […]
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What to Eat & Drink in Portland for St. Patrick’s Day 2025
Irish Stout, Clover Doughnuts, and More
Pick out your most verdant outfit and pluck some three-leaf clovers: St. Patrick’s Day is on Monday, March 17. Whether you’d like to mark the occasion with corned beef and cabbage, Irish stout, clover-shaped doughnuts, or soda bread, Portland bars and restaurants have you covered. We’ve gathered this list of places offering food and drink […]
Posted inComedy
Meet the 2025 Mercury Geniuses of Comedy
Ten of Portland’s hottest stand-ups—with special guest Mohanad Elshieky!
In case you haven’t noticed, Portland is a hotbed of comedic talent—one that’s been a springboard for the careers of such nationally recognized stand-ups as Ian Kamel, Shane Torres, Kyle Kinane, Matt Braunger, Ron Funches—the list does not stop. That’s why the Mercury is dedicated to spotlighting some of the best comedy Portland has to […]
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This Week in Portland Food News
Korean Drinking Food, Dry-Aged Burgers, and Plant-Based Charcuterie
This week brings a slew of edible delights, from dry-aged burgers to kimchi pancakes and from ramen to tapas. Plus, learn about Kachka‘s upcoming bar and a couple restaurants that are making moves. For more ideas, check out our St. Patrick’s Day guide and our food and drink guide. OPENINGS Champs BurgerThis up-and-coming pop-up will […]