There are nights when a room full of strangers becomes something more, bound together by songs that have traveled with people through decades of road trips, breakups, late nights, and quiet mornings. That is the kind of evening REO Survivor brings to the stage, built around the catalog of one of America’s most enduring rock bands and delivered with the full weight of live instrumentation and vocal power that the music demands.
On Friday, April 10th, 2026, REO Survivor brings that experience to Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack, and Hotel in Altoona, Iowa. The setting, a sprawling Midwest entertainment destination with the energy of a place where things happen, makes for a compelling backdrop for an evening of arena rock done right. If you have been waiting for a reason to make a night of it, this is a strong one.
Show Details
REO Survivor performs live at Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack, and Hotel, located at 1 Prairie Meadows Dr, Altoona, IA 50009. The show takes place on Friday, April 10th, 2026. For the most current information on ticketing, show times, and any event-specific logistics, check the venue’s official event listing directly.
About REO Survivor
REO Survivor is a professional tribute band dedicated to faithfully recreating the sound, energy, and musicianship of REO Speedwagon’s classic live era. Every performance is built around soaring vocals, melodic guitar leads, rich keyboard textures, and the emotionally charged power ballads that defined an era of American rock.
At the center of the band is Kerry Craig on lead vocals, joined by David Miller on keyboards, synthesizers, and lead vocals, Mike Graci on drums and percussion, Freddie Banner on bass and vocals, and Robert Bussey on lead guitars and vocals. Together they bring the sonic detail and tight ensemble work the material requires.
REO Survivor performs at theaters, festivals, casinos, and concert venues nationwide, drawing audiences who connect deeply with this music. Each show delivers the immersive, full-band live experience that puts you back inside the songs.
What You Will Hear
REO Speedwagon built their following the hard way, logging years on the Midwestern touring circuit before radio and arenas came calling. The songs REO Survivor performs reflect that entire arc, from raw, driving rock to the melodic, hook-driven anthems that became staples of American FM radio.
Expect the kind of night where you might hear “Riding The Storm Out” open a stretch of muscular rock before the room settles into the ache of “Time For Me To Fly.” You might hear the building momentum of “Roll With The Changes,” the radio warmth of “Keep On Loving You,” the push and pull of “Take It On The Run,” the propulsive energy of “Keep Pushin’,” and the full emotional weight of “Can’t Fight This Feeling.” The set moves through driving rhythms, melodic leads, and power ballad emotion in a way that reflects exactly how this band earned their place in arenas.
About the Venue
Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack, and Hotel is one of the Midwest’s most distinctive entertainment destinations. Situated in Altoona, Iowa, the complex brings together more than 85,000 square feet of casino floor, a one-mile thoroughbred and quarter horse racetrack with seasonal live racing, hotel accommodations with an indoor pool, and multiple dining options, all under one roof.
The result is a venue where an evening out can take on its own momentum. Whether you arrive early for dinner, try your luck on the floor, or come straight for the music, Prairie Meadows is built to accommodate a full night out rather than just a single stop.
Plan Your Night
Prairie Meadows is a destination in its own right, so it rewards arriving with time to spare. If you are planning to stay over, booking a hotel room in advance is wise, particularly on a Friday night with a live event on the calendar. The casino requires guests to meet Iowa’s wagering age requirements, so check those details ahead of your visit. For ticketing information, event timing, and any additional logistics specific to this show, visit the official Prairie Meadows event listing before you go.
April 10th is a Friday, which means the weekend is yours. Let REO Survivor take the first part of it.