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Your update on city life, tips, and upcoming events in Jena.
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’.
Theaterhaus Jena honors the life and work of writer Günter de Bruyn with a ‘Long Night’ on March 14, 2026, featuring prominent guests and a preceding film screening at Schillerhof.
Jena (16.02.2026) – For students in Thüringen, the most beautiful time of winter has begun: a week off school. But while the children cheer, parents often face the challenge of keeping their offspring meaningfully occupied in the wet and cold February weather. Fortunately, the region around Jena offers a diverse program this year that prevents boredom from arising in the first place.
Jena offers a diverse program for the winter holidays, ranging from the musical “Aladin” at the Volkshaus to a rustic campfire experience in the Jenaer Forst.
Jena and the surrounding area offer a diverse program for the start of the week, including outdoor activities in the Jenaer Forst and cultural highlights like the Aladin musical, perfect for the winter holidays.
Jena (16.02.2026) – Thüringen often prides itself on its high density of cultural institutions. However, away from the major landmarks like the Wartburg or the Weimarer Klassik sites, the reality often looks bleak. A research project at the Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena is now addressing this very issue.
Lord Mayor Dr. Thomas Nitzsche reviews a multifaceted week in Jena, covering economic highlights at Jenoptik, the local carnival season, and social dialogue at the Seniorenbüro.
The 2026 flea market season in Jena begins on February 21. Organized by JenaKultur, the monthly events in the city center offer a wide range of second-hand goods, vintage items, and antiques.
The wait is over for treasure hunters and vintage fans. Jena’s flea market season officially begins on February 21, 2026, in the city center. Whether you are looking for second-hand furniture or planning to clear out your cellar, our comprehensive guide covers all monthly dates and essential vendor information for the upcoming season at Löbderstraße and Kollegiengasse.
Looking for unique finds and vintage treasures? This Saturday, February 14, Jena-Isserstedt hosts a major flea market at the GLOBUS SB-Warenhaus. From second-hand fashion to rare collectibles, the event offers something for everyone while promoting sustainability. Discover why these local markets are trending and get expert tips for a successful hunting trip in our latest community guide for Jena.
The renowned travel and photography festival Lichtbildarena returns to Jena from November 13 to 15, 2026. Under the theme ‘Goosebump Moments,’ the Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena will host emotional live reportages from across the globe. Featuring new interactive formats and a historic cinema bus, the event remains a cornerstone of the city’s cultural calendar, bringing international perspectives and breathtaking visuals to the heart of Thuringia.