by Wm. Steven Humphrey 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 p erformances! (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 ManiFest on April 4-6 at Union Pine!  A groundbreaking celebration that unites nail artists, enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the artistry of nails in a shared, creative environment. ManiFest aims to elevate Nail Art to new heights, showcasing it as a high art form deserving of recognition. Get your tickets now, or enter to win free tix here! Union Pine, 525 SE Pine, April 4-6, various times, $15-$30, all ages   • Enter to WIN FREE TICKETS to see Stereophonics on April 4 at Crystal Ballroom! Stereophonics are one of the UK's most enduring and most loved bands with Kelly Jones continuing to cement his place amongst the great British songwriters. Don't miss this great show with special guests, Witches Exist! Get your tickets now, or enter to win free tix here! Crystal Ballroom, 1332 W Burnside, Fri April 4, 8 pm, $30-$45, all ages   • Enter to WIN FREE TICKETS to see Donnie Emerson & Nancy Sophia on April 19 at Mississippi Studios! An acclaimed artist & songwriter beloved for his album, Dreamin' Wild, Donnie Emerson tours with his frequent musical partner and talented multi-instrumentalist, Nancy Sophia! Portland’s funkiest musical cult, Family Worship Center, co-headlines this exciting show! Get your tickets now, or enter to win free tix here! Mississippi Studios, 3939 N Mississippi, Sat April 19, 9 pm, $26.05, 21+     • Enter to WIN FREE TICKETS to see Nikki Lane on April 17 at Aladdin Theater! Blending potent lyrics with vintage '60s country-pop swagger, Nashville’s Nikki Lane has quickly emerged as one country music’s most gifted songwriters. See for yourself when Lane returns to Portland with new music on the ‘Western Bound’ Tour! Get your tickets now, or enter to win free tix here! Aladdin Theater, 3017 SE Milwaukie, Thurs April 17, 8 pm, $32.18, all ages   • Enter to WIN FREE TICKETS to see 80s Video Dance Attack on April 12 at Revolution Hall! 80s VDA turns the big 20 — Join us in celebrating two decades of VJ Kittyrox mixing the greatest videos of the MTV era and producing one of Portland's best dance nights! Dress up and bring your friends, costumes are encouraged for this celebration of a Portland institution! Get your tickets now, or enter to win free tix here! Revolution Hall, 1300 SE Stark, Sat April 12, 8 pm, $27.59, 21+   • Enter to WIN FREE TICKETS to see Bubble Tea and Cigarettes on April 10 at Polaris Hall! LA pop duo Bubble Tea and Cigarettes shares new tunes on the ‘We Should’ve Loved Each Other’ World Tour! Get your tickets now, or enter to win free tix here! Polaris Hall, 635 N Killingsworth Ct, Thurs April 10, 8 pm, $23.23, 21+   • Enter to WIN FREE TICKETS to see Steven Page on April 10 at Aladdin Theater!  Co-founder, vocalist and songwriter for Barenaked Ladies, Steven Page brings his veteran songwriting chops and best-loved songs to the Aladdin Theater. Get your tickets now, or enter to win free tix here! Aladdin Theater, 3017 SE Milwaukie, Thurs April 10, $43.73, all ages GOOD LUCK! Winners will be notified on Monday, and check back next week for more FREE TIX from the Mercury! ...read more read less