The Auestadion was one of two host venues for the inaugural 1965 Athletics European Cup. The European Cup idea had been born by Bruno Zauli, who at the time was president of the International Association of Athletics Federation, to bring together East and West Europe into one athletics event. The men's event was held on 11–12 September at the Neckarstadion in Stuttgart. The women's event was held one week later on 19 September at the Auestadion in Kassel. There were eleven disciplines contested at the women's event including running, hurdles, high and long jump, shot put, discus and javelin throwing. Eastern European athletes dominated the medal tally at the event. Gold medals were given out to athletes from Poland, East Germany, Soviet Union and Hungary. The Soviet Union topped the standings at the end of the event with 59 points. East Germany came second and Poland finished third.