- 2 upcoming events
- 685 South John Q Hammons Parkway, Springfield, Missouri 65897
- 11,000 capacity
- Opened 2008
- Home of Missouri State Bears and Lady Bears, Missouri State Lady Bears basketball, Missouri State Bears basketball
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Hotel prices near Great Southern Bank Arena from booking sites, via Stay22.
Getting there
Around Great Southern Bank Arena:
- No train, subway or light-rail station within 1 mile — most people drive, take a rideshare or a bus.
- 4 bus stops within 0.3 miles
- 122 public parking lots and garages within 0.6 miles
- Hotels nearby: University Plaza Hotel and Convention Center (0.4 mi), Moxy Springfield Downtown (0.6 mi), Hotel Vandivort (0.6 mi)
Directions in Google Maps · View on OpenStreetMap
Straight-line distances from the venue. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Good to know
What's on at Great Southern Bank Arena this week?
Nothing in the next 7 days. The next event is FIU Panthers at Missouri State Bears Mens Basketball (Sat, Feb 13).
How many people does Great Southern Bank Arena hold?
About 11,000 people at full capacity (Wikidata). The real number depends on the event layout.
Who plays at Great Southern Bank Arena?
Great Southern Bank Arena is home to Missouri State Bears and Lady Bears, Missouri State Lady Bears basketball and Missouri State Bears basketball.
What other names has Great Southern Bank Arena had?
It has also been known as JQH Arena.
Is Great Southern Bank Arena indoors?
Yes. Great Southern Bank Arena is an indoor venue, so the weather only matters for getting there and back.
How do I get to Great Southern Bank Arena by public transit?
There is no train, subway or light-rail station within 1 mile of Great Southern Bank Arena, but there are 4 bus stops within 0.3 miles.
Is there parking near Great Southern Bank Arena?
Yes. OpenStreetMap shows 122 public parking lots and garages within 0.6 miles. Event-day prices are usually higher, and many lots can be booked ahead.