Springfield, MO venue guide
Check the Great Southern Bank Arena bag policy with an official source, then plan your entrances, parking, and dining in Springfield, MO. Confirm event-specific entry rules before you go.
Bag policy
Bags larger than 8.5 x 11 inches are prohibited, and there is no storage for prohibited items. For Missouri State athletics, a clear-bag policy applies: one clear bag up to 12 x 6 x 12 inches or a one-gallon freezer bag, plus a small clutch up to 5.5 x 7.5 inches. Medically necessary items are exceptions. Bags are searched.
Entrances
The arena is at 685 S John Q. Hammons Pkwy, at Bear Blvd on the Missouri State campus. Gates open 1 hour before most events. Non-university events use only the southeast Main Entrance; athletic events also open the northwest and southwest corners. Guests may be searched, and outside food, drink and coolers are not allowed.
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Bags larger than 8.5 x 11 inches are prohibited, and there is no storage for prohibited items. For Missouri State athletics, a clear-bag policy applies: one clear bag up to 12 x 6 x 12 inches or a one-gallon freezer bag, plus a small clutch up to 5.5 x 7.5 inches. Medically necessary items are exceptions. Bags are searched.
Verified Oct 8, 2026Great Southern Bank Arena — Guest Services
Verified Oct 8, 2026Great Southern Bank Arena — Guest Services
The arena is fully accessible, with accessible seating in the lower and upper bowls. Elevators are at the midpoints of the north and south concourses. Assistive listening devices are at Guest Services, left of the main entrance. Accessible parking is in Lot 25 at 741 S Clay St. Call the ticket office at 417-836-7678 for accommodations.
Verified Oct 8, 2026Great Southern Bank Arena — Guest Services
Policies can change by event. Venue signs, staff, and official event notices are the source of truth at the door.
Getting there
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901 South, Springfield, MO, 65897
John Q. Hammons Pkwy between Grand St and Madison is a transit-only route closed to through traffic. The venue does not list specific bus routes; rideshare uses the designated zone on Bear Blvd.
Verified Oct 8, 2026Great Southern Bank Arena — Parking & Rideshare
Parking
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Official operating notes that apply across events at this venue.
Eight themed concession stands take cards and cash. Beer and wine are sold at MSU athletic events, and spirits only in suites and premium areas. Non-university events may sell beer, wine and spirits, but alcohol is not offered at every event.
Verified Oct 8, 2026Great Southern Bank Arena — Guest Services
Restrooms are on the concourse level only, and all are accessible and have baby-changing stations. Family restrooms are at the midpoints of the north and south concourses.
Verified Oct 8, 2026Great Southern Bank Arena — Guest Services
The Missouri State BearWear Team Store, north of the main entrance, opens 90 minutes before all events. For non-athletic events, tour merch, when sold, is on the concourse inside the main entrance.
Verified Oct 8, 2026Great Southern Bank Arena — FAQ
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