Public City Tour in Jena: Dates & Information
Starting Monday, August 17, 2026, the popular public city tour through Jena will resume, offering insights into the city’s history and modern developments.
Culture & Events
Current event tips, concerts, exhibitions, and cultural highlights in Jena. Find out what’s happening at the Kulturarena, Theaterhaus, and the clubs of the ‘Lichtstadt’.
Experience More Light: Jenoptik Exhibition in Jena
Jena, August 17, 2026 – Under the motto “Experience More Light,” JENOPTIK AG invites visitors to its long-term product exhibition in the foyer of the Ernst-Abbe-Hochhaus.
Space Travel with Galileo at the Zeiss-Planetarium Jena
A special astronomical journey awaits visitors at the Zeiss-Planetarium Jena. The program ‘The Discovery of the Universe’ takes guests into the depths of the cosmos, featuring the astronomer Galileo Galilei as a central character.
Solar System Journey at the Zeiss-Planetarium Jena
Jena, August 16, 2026 – The Zeiss-Planetarium Jena offers an immersive astronomical experience with the show ‘Planets – Expedition into the Solar System,’ allowing visitors to explore distant worlds.
Von Wegen Lisbeth in Jena: Handmade Indie-Pop
On Thursday evening, the Berlin band ‘Von Wegen Lisbeth’ performed an emotional concert for approximately 3,000 fans at the sold-out Theaterplatz in Jena.
9th Jena Women’s Run: Record-breaking event in Paradies
The 9th Progesund Women’s Run in Jena is set to offer a highly motivating atmosphere, focusing on social cohesion and a shared break from daily routines rather than peak athletic performance.
Jena Flea Market: Dates and Stall Allocation
The popular flea market in Jena’s city center offers books, clothing, furniture, and historical rarities. Interested parties can browse for second-hand products or participate with their own stall.
Bleib Modern live at Café Wagner in Jena
Jena, October 9, 2026 – As part of a concert evening at Café Wagner, Bleib Modern will present their latest songs, marking the first time in the band’s career that they have incorporated German lyrics.
Event tips for Jena and Thuringia for the weekend
The upcoming weekend offers numerous excursion and cultural tips in Thuringia. In addition to major festivals in the Free State, Jena is a particular focus with exciting exhibitions.
Aurora at the Planetarium: The Magic of the Northern Lights in Jena
Jena, August 14, 2026: The Zeiss-Planetarium invites visitors to rediscover the phenomenon of the aurora borealis in an immersive show. The production ‘Aurora – Magic of the North’ combines scientific findings with spectacular visual recordings.