Great Southern Bank Arena
Springfield, MO
685 South John Q Hammons Parkway 65807
VENUE GUIDE
Great Southern Bank Arena
Plan more than your event at Great Southern Bank Arena. Jump to our Your Opening Act or Your Encore lower on this same venue page.
Tickets & Events
Upcoming games, concerts, shows & live events
Before & After
Venue Details
Indoor • Fixed Roof
STAY NEAR THE ACTION
Stay Near Great Southern Bank Arena
Make the event easier by staying close to Great Southern Bank Arena and the surrounding Springfield area. Compare nearby options for the night before, the night of, or after your event.
Tru by Hilton Springfield Downtown
0.4 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.4 (652 reviews)
University Plaza Hotel & Convention Center
0.4 mi from the venue • Google rating 3.9 (3,549 reviews)
Hotel Vandivort
0.6 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.5 (1,903 reviews)
Moxy Springfield Downtown
0.6 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.2 (253 reviews)
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VENUE & SURROUNDING AREA
About Great Southern Bank Arena & the Area
Great Southern Bank Arena is an event venue in Springfield, MO. Use this venue guide to plan where to stay, what to do before and after the event, and how the venue connects with the surrounding event destination.
BEFORE THE EVENT
Your Opening Act
Ideas near Great Southern Bank Arena for late morning, lunch, the afternoon and the hours leading up to your event.
Restaurants
Subway
0.2 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to Great Southern Bank Arena.
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (191 reviews)
Blair-Shannon Dining Hall
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 3.8 (91 reviews)
Kimbrough Asian Cuisine Cafe
0.3 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Great Southern Bank Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (153 reviews)
Tacos El Champu
0.3 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Great Southern Bank Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (405 reviews)
Gilardi's Ristorante
0.3 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (460 reviews)
Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
0.3 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Great Southern Bank Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (26 reviews)
Eye-Openers & Cocktails
The Flea
0.3 mi from the venue
A nearby stop for drinks before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (424 reviews)
THE SPOT
0.3 mi from the venue
Grab a drink before heading to Great Southern Bank Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (35 reviews)
MudLounge
0.6 mi from the venue
A convenient drinks stop near the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (518 reviews)
J.O.B. Public House
0.6 mi from the venue
A convenient drinks stop near the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (293 reviews)
Coffee & Cafes
Starbucks Coffee Company
0.3 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (54 reviews)
Q-Street Perk
0.4 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (37 reviews)
The Potter's House
0.4 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (398 reviews)
Travellers House Coffee & Tea
0.4 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (194 reviews)
Museums
Calaboose Museum
0.8 mi from the venue
Spend part of the day exploring before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (11 reviews)
Historic City Hall
1.1 mi from the venue
An easy cultural stop to add before Great Southern Bank Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (11 reviews)
Wonders Of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium
1.6 mi from the venue
Spend part of the day exploring before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (17,274 reviews)
Archery Hall of Fame
1.7 mi from the venue
An easy cultural stop to add before Great Southern Bank Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (10 reviews)
Route 66 Car Museum
1.7 mi from the venue
Spend part of the day exploring before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (1,034 reviews)
Railroad Historical Museum
1.8 mi from the venue
An easy cultural stop to add before Great Southern Bank Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (88 reviews)
Attractions
Jenny Lincoln Park
0.5 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (380 reviews)
Craft Axe Throwing
0.5 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (796 reviews)
Discovery Center of Springfield
0.5 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to Great Southern Bank Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (1,504 reviews)
Brightspeed Ice Park
0.6 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (408 reviews)
Jordan Valley Park
0.6 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to Great Southern Bank Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (789 reviews)
Colorful Vibes
0.7 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (61 reviews)
Shopping
Wedgewood Shopping Center
1.4 mi from the venue
Shop nearby before heading to the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (696 reviews)
Sunshine Corners
1.5 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Great Southern Bank Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (832 reviews)
Glen Isle Center
1.6 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (429 reviews)
Sunshine Shopping Center
1.7 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Great Southern Bank Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (29 reviews)
Plaza Towers Center
1.9 mi from the venue
Fit in some shopping before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (175 reviews)
Plaza Shopping Center
1.9 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (1,147 reviews)
AFTER THE EVENT
Your Encore
Evening and post-event options near Great Southern Bank Arena. Hours can vary by day, so confirm current hours for your event date.
Restaurants
Subway
0.2 mi from the venue
Keep the night going with a meal after the event.
Today: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (191 reviews)
Kimbrough Asian Cuisine Cafe
0.3 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at Great Southern Bank Arena.
Today: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (153 reviews)
Tacos El Champu
0.3 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (405 reviews)
Gilardi's Ristorante
0.3 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (460 reviews)
Chick-fil-A
0.3 mi from the venue
Food near Great Southern Bank Arena for after the show or game.
Today: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (222 reviews)
Firehouse Subs Campus Plaza
0.4 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at Great Southern Bank Arena.
Today: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (652 reviews)
Bars & Nightlife
The Flea
0.3 mi from the venue
Keep the night going after the event.
Today: 12:00 PM – 1:30 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (424 reviews)
THE SPOT
0.3 mi from the venue
An option for a nightcap after the event.
Today: 4:00 – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (35 reviews)
MudLounge
0.6 mi from the venue
Keep the night going after the event.
Today: 4:00 PM – 1:30 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (518 reviews)
J.O.B. Public House
0.6 mi from the venue
Keep the night going after the event.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (293 reviews)
Getting to Great Southern Bank Arena
Parking
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Rideshare
Uber, Lyft and local taxi service are common transportation options for visitors to Great Southern Bank Arena in Springfield, MO. Event-day pickup and drop-off restrictions may apply, so check your rideshare app for the current designated location and instructions.
Transit
Regional Transit • CU Transit serves Springfield, MO. Check the agency for current routes, schedules and event-day service near Great Southern Bank Arena.
Valet
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Parking & Event-Day Details
PARKING PRICES
Rates Can Change by Event
Great Southern Bank Arena can have event-specific garage, lot and street-parking restrictions. Prepaid parking, ADA access and garage closing times may vary. Check the venue's official event information before arrival.
TAILGATING
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Tailgating, grilling, alcohol and parking-lot gathering rules at Great Southern Bank Arena have not been venue-verified. Policies can differ by team and event. Check the venue's official event-day rules before arrival.
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