Wilson Logistics Arena is a planned multipurpose arena in Springfield, Missouri located on the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds. The stadium is currently under construction, targeted to be finished by mid-November 2023. The stadium replaces the Corwin Auto Arena.
History
Corwin Auto Arena
Corwin Auto Arena was built in the 1960s and served as a livestock arena until being torn down in November 2022. The area had a seating capacity of 2,200. The Wilson Logistics Arena is currently being constructed on the old Corwin Auto Arena land and is planned to be finished in September 2023.
Wilson Logistics Arena
Wilson Logistics, a trucking company, secured 20-year naming rights for the arena for undisclosed price. The arena is preparing to open in time for the Ozark Fall Farmfest scheduled for October 6-8, 2023.
Although the arena was not completed yet, it was open for Farmfest on October 6-8, 2023.
Arena Usage
Sports
The stadium will host the Ozarks Lunkers in The Arena League, expected to begin in June 2024. The league agreed to a three-year lease with the stadium.
Wilson Logistics Arena is scheduled to host the USA BMX National Championship Series from March 1-3, 2024.
Events
The arena will be able to accommodate all types of events with the ability to have a concrete or dirt floor. The facility will be 100,000 square feet and designed for trade shows, concerts, and competitions.