Thank you, Southwest Missouri!

Save the Date

Thank you to everyone who saddled up with us for the 2026 Cattle Baron’s Ball of Southwest Missouri. Mark your calendar, round up your crew and join us again next fall as we keep working to end cancer as we know it, for everyone.

Cattle Baron’s Ball
Saturday
Oct 9
2027
Wilson Logistics ArenaSpringfield, MO
Relive the night

2026 Event Recap

Take a look back at an unforgettable evening of generosity, music and community, all in support of the American Cancer Society.

Guests line dancing on the lit-up dance floor at the 2026 Cattle Baron's BallCherry & James performing on stageGuests posing at the sequin photo wall
Find yourself in the gallery

Event Photos Are Here

Browse and download photos from the 2026 Cattle Baron’s Ball. Tag us when you share your favorites!

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Lynn and Karen Thompson
Introducing our 2027 Honorary Co-Chairs

Lynn & Karen Thompson

2027 Honorary Co-Chairs

We’re proud to welcome Lynn & Karen Thompson as our 2027 Honorary Co-Chairs! Stay tuned for more details on next year’s Cattle Baron’s Ball.

Thank you to our 2026 sponsors

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With gratitude

2026 Executive Oil Barons

  • Governor Mike & Claudia Kehoe
  • Peter & Jan Herschend
  • Mayor Jeff & Mary Schrag
  • Darrel & Tamira Hopkins
  • Ryan & Jessica Olson
  • Darrel & Lori Wilson
  • Lynn & Karen Thompson
The 2026 Cattle Baron's Ball of Southwest Missouri Cabinet
The team behind the night

Thank you, 2026 Cabinet

We couldn’t make this event happen without our hard-working volunteers, who spent months planning and putting it all together.

World Wide Technology Hope Lodge in St. Louis
Because of you

A home away from home

Every dollar raised at the Cattle Baron’s Ball supports the American Cancer Society, including the World Wide Technology Hope Lodge in St. Louis, a free home away from home for cancer patients and their caregivers during treatment.

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See you next year, partner

Saturday, October 9, 2027

Wilson Logistics Arena · Springfield, MO