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- Springfield, MO
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About Great Southern Bank Arena Parking Lots
Welcome to the Great Southern Bank Arena Parking Lots page. Located at 685 S. John Q. Hammons Parkway in Springfield, Missouri, the arena hosts Missouri State basketball, national touring concerts, and events like the Harlem Globetrotters and PBR Team Series Missouri Thunder. Whether you’re attending a concert, a basketball game, or a touring show, we’ve got you covered with seating insights, parking options, transit details, and trusted nearby hotel and restaurant recommendations to make your visit smooth and straightforward.
Note: The venue was formerly known as JQH Arena and was renamed in 2022 after naming-rights agreements with Great Southern Bank. The arena offers a modern, family-friendly setting with accessibility features, ample parking, and easy access to services on and around the Missouri State University campus.
Parking is available in on-campus MSU lots adjacent to the venue, including Bear Park North and Bear Park South. ADA and donor parking options are available, and there is a rideshare zone on Bear Boulevard for convenient drop-offs and pickups. The campus also provides Bear Line shuttle service and city transit options, with parts of John Q. Hammons Parkway designated as transit-only segments to help move crowds efficiently. For full accessibility and arrival planning, arrive early, secure your seats, and consider our affiliate partner recommendations for hotels and dining near the arena to complete your visit.
Nearby hotels offer a range of comfortable stays with easy access to the arena, including University Plaza, Holiday Inn Express & Suites, Vandivort Hotel, DoubleTree by Hilton, and Ramada Oasis. These partner properties provide curated suggestions and special rates for events when you book through our network. Explore the listings, secure your seats, and enjoy a hassle-free trip to Great Southern Bank Arena.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 685 S. John Q. Hammons Parkway, Springfield, MO 65807.
- Capacity: 11,000 total seats (basketball); approximately 10,542 max for concerts with end-stage.
- Parking: on-campus MSU lots adjacent to the venue; Bear Park North and Bear Park South parking facilities; ADA and donor parking options exist; rideshare zone on Bear Boulevard.
- Transit: campus shuttles (Bear Line) and city transit options; John Q. Hammons Parkway is a transit-only route at certain segments.
- Nearby hotels: University Plaza, Holiday Inn Express & Suites, Vandivort Hotel, DoubleTree by Hilton, Ramada Oasis.
- Renamed: originally JQH Arena; naming rights purchased by Great Southern Bank in 2022, venue renamed to Great Southern Bank Arena.
- Notable events: annual Missouri State basketball, national touring concerts (e.g., Eagles inaugural show at the arena in 2008), Harlem Globetrotters, PBR Team Series events (Missouri Thunder since 2024).