REO Speedwagon tour has only 2 Florida stops. Here’s where, when, and how you can get tickets

Samantha Neely and Charles Runnells, USA TODAY NETWORK - Florida
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You won't have to fight your feelings for classic rock any longer.

REO Speedwagon will be headlining two shows in the Sunshine State this spring, giving Floridian fans a chance to hear their hits live for the first time in nearly a decade.

The band's last album was 2007’s "Find Your Way Home," featuring the Billboard-charting single, “I Need to Fall.” The album was released through the band’s own label, Speedwagon Recordings.

Who is REO Sweedwagon?

REO Speedwagon lead singer Mike Murphy, left, bassist Gregg Philbin and lead guitarist Gary Richrath are performing before a disappointing crowd of about 4,000 that braved high winds and poor accommodations at the Tennessee State Fairgrounds on Nov. 24, 1973. Five bands play at the show that ran eight hours.
REO Speedwagon lead singer Mike Murphy, left, bassist Gregg Philbin and lead guitarist Gary Richrath are performing before a disappointing crowd of about 4,000 that braved high winds and poor accommodations at the Tennessee State Fairgrounds on Nov. 24, 1973. Five bands play at the show that ran eight hours.

REO Speedwagon is a rock band that saw a following in the 1970s and saw significant commercial success throughout the 1980s. Formed in 1967, REO Speedwagon has sold more than 40 million records and has 13 Top 40 hits, such as "Keep On Loving You" and "Can't Fight This Feeling."

While founding keyboardist Neal Doughty announced his retirement from touring last January, frontman Kevin Cronin is continuing to tour, alongside bassist Bruce Hall who joined the band in 1977.

Which two Florida cities are REO Speedwagon performing in?

Wednesday, April 3, at The St. Augustine Amphitheatre

Saturday, April 6 at Estero's Hertz Arena

Where can I buy tickets for the concerts?

Tickets for upcoming April shows go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, Jan. 26 at Ticketmaster and reospeedwagon.com/tour.

How much are tickets for REO Speedwagon's concerts?

Tickets for the Hertz Arena show start at $39.50, Hertz Arena assistant general manager Randy Klinck told the Fort Myers News-Press. Ticket prices for the St. Augustine show haven't been posted yet.

Is there a presale for the REO Speedwagon concerts?

Fans of the band need to be aware of these presales before the general sale on Friday:

  • Official Platinum Presale: Tuesday, Jan. 23 at 10 a.m.

  • FOSAA Sponsor: Thursday, Jan. 25 at 10 a.m.

  • FOSAA Member: Thursday, Jan. 25 at 10 a.m.

  • REO Speedwagon presale: Tuesday, Jan. 23 at 10 a.m.

  • Support Presale: Wednesday, Jan. 24 at 10 a.m.

  • AEG Presale: Thursday, Jan. 25 at 10 a.m.

What can I bring inside the amphitheaters?

St. Augustine

The approved bags allowed at the amphitheater are:

  • Bags smaller than 6" x 6" x 6"

  • Tote or purse smaller than 12" x 6" x 12" (as long as all items are loose)

  • Clear plastic bag smaller than one gallon

  • Seat Cushion with no pockets, arms or zippers

  • Diaper Bag

  • Medically Necessary Bags (permitted after proper inspection)

Backpacks and drawstring bags are not allowed inside. Audio and video recording equipment is not allowed either, as well as cameras with detachable lenses.

Estero

The only bags allowed are clear plastic tote bags, clear freezer bags and purses or clutch bags smaller than 6.5 inches by 4.5 inches (or approximately the size of your hand).

The exceptions are diaper bags — if an infant is present — or "medically necessary items." Both of those require inspection before entry.

Cameras and recording devices of any kind are not permitted inside Hertz Arena. No outside food or beverages. A variety of concessions are available throughout the concourse.

Will there be an opener?

Cheap Trick opens for Rod Stewart at Footprint Center in Phoenix on Friday, Aug. 4, 2023.
Cheap Trick opens for Rod Stewart at Footprint Center in Phoenix on Friday, Aug. 4, 2023.

Rock band Cheap Trick will be joining REO Speedwagon on the road for their tour. Formed in 1973, they are most known for their hit songs "I Want You To Want Me," "The Flame," and "Dream Police."

This article originally appeared on Fort Myers News-Press: REO Speedwagon is coming to Florida. Here's how to get tickets