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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’.
Jena, 29.04.2026 – A sold-out house, plenty of laughter, and a clear message: At the “Female Open Mic” by Provinz Comedy in Jena’s “Spacement,” only women took the stage on Saturday evening. The goal of the new concept is to create more female visibility in the stand-up scene.
On Friday afternoon, popular sports in Jena were once again dedicated to charity. At the 19th edition of the Jenaer Teamlauf, hundreds of teams took to the track to compete and raise donations.
The outdoor pool season in Jena is imminent. Right on time for the public holiday on May 1st, the Südbad opens its gates, while the Ostbad follows suit two weeks later.
After around three decades of intensive renovation work, the medieval Lobdeburg castle ruins are once again open to the public. On Friday, the historic structure above the city of Jena was officially inaugurated.
Jena, April 24, 2026. This year’s “Trucker for Kids” rally successfully launched in Jena on Friday. A large convoy of 63 trucks is taking seriously ill children and their families to Erfurt for a carefree day.
Jena, April 24, 2026 – The Japanese cherry blossom is currently transforming parts of the Jena city area into a sea of pink blossoms. Those wishing to admire this natural spectacle must hurry, however, as the floral splendor on the trees usually only lasts for a few days before the rain of blossoms begins.
On Saturday, April 25, 2026, the Winzerla district invites visitors to its popular flea market at Flößerbrunnen, featuring a wide range of second-hand goods and sustainable finds.
On Wednesday, April 29, 2026, the Universitätsklinikum Jena (UKJ) will focus on the life-threatening condition of sepsis. Prof. Dr. Michael Bauer will explain the symptoms and the necessity of rapid medical intervention.
On April 29, 2026, Ernst-Abbe-Hochschule Jena will host the 21st Jenaer Akustik-Tag, offering free lectures and laboratory tours on noise research, wind power, and modern measurement technology.
On Friday, April 24, 2026, the Protestant Congregation of Jena will host an information evening regarding the practice and ethics of church asylum, featuring experts and personal insights.