SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — To mark the beginning of the upcoming National Letter of Intent signing period, Missouri State football has announced plans to host its annual Signing Day Party at Springfield Brewing Company.

The event, which will be held at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 1 -- the first day of the spring NLI signing period -- at Springfield Brewing Company (305 S. Market), will feature Missouri State head coach Dave Steckel, as well as dinner and drink specials. Stec and his staff will review MSU's 2017 signing class and will discuss the Bears' recruits, show highlights and answer questions.

The signing day party is free and open to the public. No advance RSVP is required.

In addition to on-site parking, free parking will be available at the College Station Car Park, located adjacent to Springfield Brewing Company at the corner of McDaniel St. and Market Ave.