ST JAKOBSHALLE

Basel, Switzerland

ABOUT THE ARENA

The St. Jakobshalle is owned by the Canton of Basel-Stadt. Located in the middle of a Park and recreation area, the St. Jakobshalle offers a variety of rooms on more than 22,000 m². The multifunctionality of the halls allows events of all kinds. From 2016 to 2018, the St. Jakobshalle was completely renovated and modernized. A large foyer, new multi-purpose rooms, state-of-the-art event logistics and, above all, the expansion of the arena’s capacity to over 12,000 spectators are important components of the renovation.

Facts:

  • Capacity (largest event room): 12,800
  • Number of events per year (in the largest event room): 80
  • Number of events (total): 120
  • Number of spectators/participants per year (in the largest event room): 380,000
  • Number of viewers/participants per year (total): 420,000

European Arenas Association
Ahoy-weg 10
3084 BA, Rotterdam
The Netherlands