Rock ‘n’ roll performances – from emerging, underground bands to the legends of rock – are worth braving the triple-digit temperatures of August.

FREMONT STREET EXPERIENCE
Blue Oyster Cult performs “Don’t Fear the Reaper” and other hits at a free concert on Saturday, August 14 at the Fremont Street Experience as part of the “Summer of the 70s” entertainment lineup. Other 70s-themed shows throughout the month include tribute performances to Heart, Journey and the Rolling Stones; Heart Alive (tribute to Heart) performs August 3-7, Escape (tribute to Journey) performs August 17-21, and Satisfaction (tribute to the Rolling Stones) performs August 24-28.

For more information on the Fremont Street Experience and a full calendar of events, visit www.vegasexperience.com.

LAS VEGAS SHAKEDOWN
The Las Vegas Country Saloon, the Brass Lounge and Beauty Bar are co-hosting the Las Vegas Shakedown August 13-15. The “rock ‘n’ roll weekend” features performances from The Nekromantix, The Zeros, The Mau Maus and many more, as well as burlesque performances and an art show by Leviathan. All events are for ages 21+. Music begins at 4pm each day.

For more information on Las Vegas Shakedown and a full musician lineup, visit www.lasvegasshakedown.com.

THIRSTY THIRD THURSDAY PUB CRAWL
As you stroll down Fremont Street, survive the heat with a cold beverage from one of downtown’s hip neighborhood bars – or six of them, for that matter. This month’s Thirsty Third Thursday Pub Crawl kicks off at 7pm at Hennessey’s Tavern on August 19, and throughout the evening, makes the rounds to Gold Spike, Side Bar, Hogs & Heifers, Mickie Finnz and the Brass Lounge. The cost is $20 and includes five drinks and half-priced food. Call (702) 382-4421 to RSVP.

Photo: Blue Oyster Cult