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As part of the Wippertusfest, a flea market is taking place this Sunday in Brückenstraße, Jena, offering a wide range of vintage items, antiques, and household goods for collectors and bargain hunters.
Jena, 17.05.2026. Today, the City of Light attracts visitors with a shopping Sunday. Numerous shops in Jena are open this Sunday, inviting citizens and visitors to enjoy a relaxed shopping experience.
Jena, May 15, 2026 – This coming Sunday, a flea market held on the occasion of the Wippertusfest will attract bargain hunters to Brückenstraße. We summarize the most important details for the weekend.
On June 1, 2026, the GalaxSea leisure pool in Jena will host a major farewell party before closing for extensive renovations, offering guests a 50 percent discount on admission.
The Jena Spring Market has officially opened its gates, bringing a festive atmosphere to the center of the City of Light. Highlights include the iconic Ferris wheel and a spacious layout for visitors.
Jena, May 7, 2026. Tomorrow, Friday, the traditional Frühlingsmarkt in the Jena city center opens its doors. Visitors can expect a ten-day program of live music, culinary offerings, and a fair for the whole family.
Jena, 06.05.2026. The popular Strand 22 in Paradiespark opens its doors for this year’s summer season on May 9. Visitors can expect a diverse program of electronic music, relaxation on the banks of the Saale, and special activities.
On Saturday, May 9, 2026, the spring edition of the Wagnergassenfest will take place in Jena’s city center. Visitors can expect a diverse program of music and culture, while drivers must prepare for closures around Johannisplatz.
In Jena and its surrounding districts, the tradition of maypole raising remains a highlight. A total of 15 trees will be erected around May 1st to ceremoniously welcome spring.
The upcoming weekend in Thuringia offers numerous excursion destinations, including a Street Food Festival in Weimar and the Long Library Night in Apolda.