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 TIX to attend the Taylor Rave on September 15 at Crystal Ballroom!

Here's one for the Swifties! Join us for a night full of Taylor Swift remixes, originals, lasers, neons, balloons, and more at the Crystal's Taylor Rave! (Note: This dance night is 21+.) Enter to win or get your tickets here and now! 

Crystal Ballroom, 1332 W Burnside, Fri Sept 15, 9 pm, $15-$35, 21+


• ENTER TO WIN FREE TIX to see Richard Cheese & Lounge Against the Machine on September 13 at Crystal Ballroom!

America's loudest lounge singer Richard Cheese performs swingin' Vegas versions of rock and rap songs, "swankifying" popular Top 40 hits into retro vocal standards. Imagine Sinatra singing Radiohead, and you've got Richard Cheese & Lounge Against The Machine. Enter to win or get your tickets here and now! 

Crystal Ballroom, 1332 W Burnside, Wed Sept 13, 8 pm, $39-$65, 21+


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