Your update on city life, tips, and upcoming events in Jena.
Jena, July 27, 2026: The Zeiss-Planetarium Jena invites visitors of all ages on an immersive journey of discovery through the cosmos. The popular science family program ‘Unser Weltall’ transforms the dome hall into a spaceship, combining exciting astronomical knowledge with a visual experience.
Under the motto ‘Experience More Light’, Jenoptik is now presenting a comprehensive product exhibition in the foyer of the Ernst-Abbe-Hochhaus.
Jena, July 27, 2026: The start of the Regionalliga Nordost season is marked by protests against the current promotion regulations to the 3. Liga. Alongside fan actions, FC Carl Zeiss Jena is actively participating in the debate: FCC captain Nils Butzen is demanding greater involvement of players from all divisions.
Patients in psychotherapeutic treatment have clearly defined legal rights. Anyone dissatisfied with their treatment or feeling uncertain can terminate the therapy and seek support from independent advisory bodies.
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.
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.
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.
Weimar, July 26, 2026: During intensified bicycle inspections over the weekend, police in Weimar uncovered several violations. In addition to tampered e-bikes, officers also discovered bicycles that had been reported stolen.
On Sunday morning, a traffic accident involving two cars occurred on a supermarket parking lot in Hermsdorf, resulting in one injury.
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.