Space Tour: Music Show at the Zeiss-Planetarium Jena
The Zeiss-Planetarium Jena presents ‘Space Tour’, a new format combining astronomical education with a curated music show.
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’.
Beate Debus: Sculpture Exhibition at the Botanical Garden
Jena, August 10, 2026 – This year’s sculpture exhibition by the Jenaer Kunstverein has opened at the Botanical Garden of the University of Jena.
Jena: Special Exhibition ‘100 Years of the Umspannwerk Nord’
To mark the centenary of the Umspannwerk Jena Nord, Imaginata is hosting an interactive special exhibition detailing the site’s technical significance for regional energy supply.
Astronomy for Children at the Zeiss-Planetarium Jena
The Zeiss-Planetarium Jena offers a special experience for young space fans with its introductory program ‘The ABCs of the Stars’.
Program Change at the Filmarena Jena
Jena, August 9, 2026 – Due to technical reasons, the program for today’s Filmarena must be adjusted at short notice. Instead of the announced film ‘The Devil Wears Prada’, ‘Legally Blonde’ will be shown at the Theatervorplatz.
Queen Heaven: Music Legends at the Zeiss-Planetarium Jena
Jena, 09.08.2026 – The music legends of Queen return to the Zeiss-Planetarium Jena. With the production ‘Queen Heaven – The Original!’, the planetarium offers an immersive music show that brings the life’s work of these exceptional artists under the dome.
Kinderarena Jena: Raketen Erna hosts concert
The Kinderarena at the Theatervorplatz hosts a special concert experience today. The Berlin-based trio ‘Raketen Erna’ will present a mix of rock, pop, and blues, specifically designed for a young audience, starting at 3:30 PM.
Expedition into the Solar System at the Zeiss-Planetarium Jena
The Zeiss-Planetarium Jena presents ‘Expedition into the Solar System,’ an immersive show offering a journey to distant celestial bodies in a 360-degree environment.
Neugassenfest in Jena: Family Event on August 8th
Jena, August 8, 2026: The city center celebrates this year’s Neugassenfest today, Saturday. Visitors can expect a diverse program for all age groups from midday until the evening.
Anatomical Collection Jena: Insights into the Human Body
The Friedrich Schiller University Jena offers regular insights into its Anatomical Collection at the Institute of Anatomy, featuring historical specimens and models.