Designed by the local architectural firm, Pellham Phillips Architects & Engineers, the stadium has been named as one of the most beautiful minor league stadiums in the country. In response, the Springfield Cardinals have enjoyed some of the minor league's highest fan attendance rates since the team relocated to Springfield in 2005.
The band Eagles played the inaugural concert at Great Southern Bank Arena on November 13, 2008, in front of a sold-out crowd of 10,550. In the fall of 2009, the PBR made their first Built Ford Tough Series appearance at the Great Southern Bank Arena. It is located on the campus of Missouri State University and is the home of the Missouri State Bears and Lady Bears basketball teams; it is often referred to by MSU students as "the Q".
Wonders of Wildlife takes you on a journey through immersive habitats that entertain and educate while sharing the story of America's most significant conservationists throughout history and today. The experience celebrates those who hunt, fish and act as stewards of the land and water. Located next to Bass Pro Shops National Headquarters in Springfield, Missouri.
Springfield Little Theatre is housed in the historic Landers Theatre—Missouri’s oldest and largest civic theatre—offering about eight mainstage productions each season in a beautifully preserved 1909 venue. As a nonprofit, volunteer-powered institution founded in 1934, SLT not only entertains but also educates through its Judith Enyeart Reynolds School of the Performing Arts, drawing in all ages for classes, youth troupes, and workshops. Whether you're catching a musical, comedy, or family-friendly show, it's a cornerstone of Springfield's cultural scene—and a proud local tradition.
Fantastic Caverns is a show cave located in Springfield, Missouri. Fantastic Caverns is the only cave in North America to offer a completely ride-through tour, which lasts 55 minutes and is held in a Jeep-drawn tram. The trams drive along the path left behind by an ancient underground river.
Park Central Square was designed by renowned landscape architect Lawrence Halprin and his team in the early 1970s. The space was intended to be, in Halprin's words, "an active space for public assembly, devoted to pedestrians and their needs and comforts."
Throughout much of the 20th century it was the heart of commerce and shopping in southwest Missouri. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in February 2010.
Hotel Vandivort is a stylish boutique hotel housed in a beautifully restored 1906 Masonic Temple in the heart of downtown Springfield, blending historic charm with modern luxury as the city’s only AAA 4‑Diamond property. With 97 uniquely designed rooms across two buildings—including the atmospheric V2—and inviting communal spaces like The Order restaurant and the rooftop Vantage lounge, it offers elevated comfort and vibrant social vibes. Whether you're sipping cocktails under the stars on the rooftop or gathering in chic, art-filled lounges, Vandivort is a downtown gem that feels both immersive and welcoming.
Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World in Springfield, Mo., known as The Grandaddy of All Outdoor Stores®, is a colossal, 500,000 square-foot destination attracting four million visitors annually. This immersive experience offers one of the largest assortments of outdoor gear, apparel, and gifts, featuring aquariums, wildlife displays, and expert assistance for enthusiasts of fishing, hunting, camping, boating, and more, complete with on-site dining options.
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