The Holstenhalle in Neumünster was originally built in 1939 as a livestock auction hall, but was then used as an aircraft assembly hall. The entire complex consists of several interconnected halls. Hall 1 forms the cornerstone of the exhibition centre and offers space for around 5,000 people on a floor area of 3,800 m². The same number of people can be accommodated in Hall 5. Hall 6 (auction hall) with adjoining stables is mainly used as an animal auction hall and offers space for around 800 people. The Holstenhallen is one of the largest concert and event centres in Schleswig-Holstein and promises great musical experiences at the SHMF.