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The leadership of the city of Jena has reacted with dismay to the violent attack in the vicinity of the Christopher Street Day (CSD) in Berlin and has condemned the act in the strongest terms. As a sign of solidarity and mourning, Jena has lowered flags on public buildings to half-mast.
Jena, July 27, 2026: The Jena Tourist Information office is offering regular public city tours under the theme ‘Jena – Between History and High-Tech’ from July 27 to September 30, 2026.
Jena, July 27, 2026: The Zeiss-Planetarium Jena invites visitors of all ages on an immersive journey of discovery through the cosmos. The popular science family program ‘Unser Weltall’ transforms the dome hall into a spaceship, combining exciting astronomical knowledge with a visual experience.
Under the motto ‘Experience More Light’, Jenoptik is now presenting a comprehensive product exhibition in the foyer of the Ernst-Abbe-Hochhaus.
Patients in psychotherapeutic treatment have clearly defined legal rights. Anyone dissatisfied with their treatment or feeling uncertain can terminate the therapy and seek support from independent advisory bodies.
Jena, 26.07.2026: Starting today, the Kunstsammlung Jena is hosting a special exhibition tour. Titled “Staging & Identity – Images of Humanity,” the exhibition juxtaposes the works of two distinct artistic positions.
Jena, July 26, 2026: The interactive exhibition ‘Philosophy You Can Touch’ at StadtLab Jena invites visitors to explore complex concepts in a playful and hands-on manner.
Jena, July 26, 2026 – At the Imaginata in Jena, visitors can bring humorous mechanical artworks to life themselves: The special exhibition “Stoccafisso’s Crazy Automata” offers an interactive experience for all ages.
Jena, July 26, 2026: Starting today, the Zeiss-Planetarium Jena is presenting the new 360° children’s adventure ‘The Olchis – The Great Space Adventure’. In this story, written exclusively for planetariums, the iconic green characters travel to the stars for the first time.
Jena, July 26, 2026: The search for a psychotherapy slot is often lengthy. However, some practices in and around Jena are currently reporting available capacities for initial consultations and treatments.