Sometimes you just have to put yourself out there, even when it’s scary (I’m working on this too). In the spirit of trying new things, we’re giving away tickets so you have no excuse not to take a chance!

Blind dates aren’t a new concept, but blind dating in public at a comedy show? Now, that’s modern. Win tickets and maybe win the love of your life?

JUST ANNOUNCED

• Brent Gunter premieres Trade Winds at Newmark Theatre on May 15. A one-night blend of flamenco guitar, cinematic rock, and virtuoso emotion, backed by a live ensemble and captured on film. Buy tickets!

• Fortunate Youth makes reggae that feels like a deep exhale. They’re rolling through The Den this September, so go sway around with a drink and pretend you don’t have responsibilities

• Beck doesn’t stick to one sound because he has already mastered all of them. It’s all fair game when he hits Keller Auditorium this September on the Ride Lonesome Tour.

• Jane Remover lives in the space between hyperpop chaos, emo spirals, and blown-out digital noise. No wonder they are one of Gen Z’s obsessions. Get tickets for October 6.

• Marc Broussard is bringing that Southern soul to the Aladdin Theater, so expect bluesy riffs, gospel grit, and a crowd fully in their feelings.

PORTLAND PHOTO BOOTHS

Somewhere between a dive bar confession and a perfect night out, Portland’s photo booths are doing important work. These little boxes of chaos are where spontaneous moments get immortalized forever, not just in your iCloud.

THIS WEEKEND

LOCALS ONLY

• A new local reality dating show is letting your dog match you with a date. The only requirements are having a friendly dog that does well in big groups and being emotionally available to date! Auditions are at Migration Brewing on May 30.

• Enchanted Forest is for anyone willing to get a little weird in a storybook village. The season is open, the vibes are magical, and yes, the witch’s mouth slide still hits.

• Portland Flea is popping up at The Redd this Sunday with vintage finds, handmade goods, and stuff you didn’t know you needed until now.

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