JOPLIN, Mo. – Missouri Southern Athletics has announced the return of SouthernFest Dinner & Auction, presented by Crossland Construction, on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026. After a one-year hiatus, the annual fundraising event benefiting MSSU Athletics will be held at the Ron Richard Athletic Center with doors opening at 5 p.m.
Registration will officially open on July 17. The deadline to register for the SouthernFest Dinner & Auction is Sept. 4.
SouthernFest Dinner & Auction remains one of the department's premier fundraising events, bringing together alumni, donors and Lion supporters to invest in the success of Missouri Southern student-athletes. Proceeds from the event help provide the resources needed for Lions to succeed in competition, in the classroom and in life.
The evening will feature a silent auction, live auction, dinner catered by Woody's Smokehouse and opportunities to connect with Missouri Southern coaches, staff, student-athletes and fellow Lion supporters.
SouthernFest Dinner & Auction presented by Crossland Construction
Date: Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026
Location: Ron Richard Athletic Center
Doors Open: 5 p.m.
Pricing
Individual Ticket – $50
Reserved Table (10 people) – $450
Sponsorship opportunities are available now.
For more information on registration or sponsorship opportunities, please contact
Ryan Cline at
cline-r@mssu.edu.
Sponsorship Opportunities
The Lion's Share – $300
- Two (2) tickets to SouthernFest Dinner and Auction
- Name/logo on auction site
- Recognition at auction
King of Beasts – $2,500
- Ten (10) tickets to SouthernFest Dinner and Auction
- Logo on auction site
- Rotating ad on videoboard during the event
- Social media post
- Recognition at auction
