Jena: Jenoptik presents ‘Experience More Light’ exhibition
Under the motto ‘Experience More Light’, Jenoptik is now presenting a comprehensive product exhibition in the foyer of the Ernst-Abbe-Hochhaus.
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’.
Stars for Families: Zeiss-Planetarium Jena
Jena, 07/26/2026: The Zeiss-Planetarium Jena offers a family-friendly astronomy program with the show ‘Das Kleine 1×1 der Sterne’ (The ABCs of Stars). The presentation provides children with an accessible introduction to the fundamentals of our universe.
Kunstsammlung Jena: Dual Exhibition Features Fraiman & Gaudlitz
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.
Philosophy You Can Touch: New Exhibition in Jena
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: Interactive Automata Exhibition at the Imaginata
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.
The Olchis at the Zeiss-Planetarium Jena: New 360° Space Adventure
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.
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).
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.
Anatomical Collection Jena: Insights into the Human Body
Jena, July 25, 2026: The Friedrich Schiller University Jena offers fascinating insights into the human body through its permanent exhibition at the Institute of Anatomy. The historical collection spans over 200 years, combining science with cultural history.