Tinkering Saturday in Jena: Free DIY Activities for Families
Jena, July 25, 2026 – The Ernst-Abbe-Bücherei in Jena offers a regular and free hands-on activity for children and adults called ‘Tüftelsamstag’ (Tinkering Saturday).
City Life & Community
News from Jena’s city life. Information on urban development, the University, local business, and stories about the people shaping Jena.
Planetarium Jena: Holidays under the stars for families
The Zeiss-Planetarium Jena presents the family-friendly holiday program ‘Holidays under the stars – Star adventures at summer camp’.
Karmelitenkloster Jena: Exhibitions & Dates 2026
Jena, July 25, 2026 – The historic Karmelitenkloster will regularly open its doors to history enthusiasts from July to October 2026. With free admission, the building, which was renovated in 2017, offers rare insights into the history of the city of Jena and the Reformation.
Elke Erb Exhibition in Jena at Two Locations
Jena, July 24, 2026: A dual exhibition in Jena is dedicated to the literary work of the renowned poet Elke Erb. The poem ‘Angekommen in Ahrenshoop’ serves as the focal point of this multifaceted presentation.
MUT-TOUR in Jena: Action Day for Mental Health
The nationwide ‘MUT-TOUR’ initiative will make a stop in Jena on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, to promote the destigmatization of mental health issues through a cycling event and an information day.
Glycol leak in Silbitz: Police investigation underway
Silbitz, 24.07.2026 – An incident involving a coolant leak occurred on company premises on Dr.-Maruschky-Straße in Silbitz. The police have initiated an investigation into suspected water and soil contamination.
Jena: Family Holiday Tours at the Phyletisches Museum
During the summer holidays, the Phyletisches Museum in Jena is offering special guided tours for families, providing children and parents with insights into the diversity of the animal kingdom.
Zeiss-Planetarium Jena: New Show ‘Expedition to the Solar System’
The Zeiss-Planetarium Jena launches the immersive full-dome show ‘Planets – Expedition to the Solar System’ starting this Friday, offering a virtual journey through our cosmos based on the latest research data.
Paradiesbrücke Jena: First new tracks being laid
Jena, July 24, 2026 – The comprehensive infrastructure renewal in Jena continues to progress. At the Paradiesbahnhof, the renovation of the central tram line has reached a crucial phase: the first new tracks are currently being laid on the Paradiesbrücke.
Tanita Tikaram delights sold-out Kulturarena Jena
Jena, July 23, 2026: With a sold-out concert by British singer-songwriter Tanita Tikaram, Jena experienced a particularly atmospheric evening at the Kulturarena on Wednesday. Performing before 1,600 spectators, the artist impressed with her warm voice and a great sense of approachability.