Your update on city life, tips, and upcoming events in Jena.
Jena, July 4, 2026 – The largest campus party in the city is approaching: “Friedrich tanzt 7.0” will transform the Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena into a massive event venue.
Jena, July 4, 2026 – The city of Jena is initiating the systematic decarbonization of its bus network: in the future, all new fleet acquisitions will consist exclusively of electric buses.
British indie-rock icons The Subways are heading to Thuringia this autumn! Get ready for an electrifying live show at the F-Haus in Jena on Sunday, October 18, 2026. Expect a high-octane performance featuring timeless classics and fresh hits from a band that defines the garage-rock spirit.
Renowned German cabaret artist Dieter Nuhr is coming to the Sparkassen-Arena in Jena on November 12, 2027. With his latest live program, “Nuhr auf Tour,” the master of sharp-witted satire promises an evening filled with humor, philosophical depth, and keen social commentary.
Renowned comedian Paul Panzer is bringing his brand-new show ‘Schöne neue Welt – welcome to hell’ to Jena in March 2027. Get ready for a night of sharp-witted social commentary and hilarious everyday absurdity at the Sparkassen-Arena.
Comedian Bülent Ceylan is bringing his latest solo program, “Diktatürk,” to the Sparkassen-Arena in Jena in the summer of 2027. On Friday, June 18, 2027, the artist will take a humorous look at the obsession with control that permeates our daily lives, politics, and relationships.
The Jena City Council has established the planning requirements for the expansion of the ‘Erlenhöfe’ residential quarter in Wenigenjena.
Comedian Mario Barth is coming to Jena in October 2026! Get ready for his brand-new live program, ‘Männer sind nichts ohne die Frauen!’, as he brings his signature humor to the Sparkassen-Arena for an unforgettable night of comedy.
Jena, July 3, 2026 – Comprehensive renovation work at the Jena leisure pool GalaxSea is proceeding according to schedule. Following the official start of construction in June, key milestones in gutting and demolition have already been achieved.
The 12th Smart Compliant Logistics (SCL) Congress in Jena addressed the digitalization and decarbonization of freight transport, highlighting the challenges for Thuringian transport companies in establishing sustainable supply chains.