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The well-known comedian and presenter Wigald Boning will perform his program “Bade-Boning tunkt ein!” at the F-Haus in Jena on October 7, 2027, sharing humorous insights into his daily outdoor swimming ritual.
The 2026 Thuringian festival season promises a diverse program. In addition to the local Kulturarena in Jena, numerous major events such as the Rudolstadt Festival or the “SonneMondSterne” festival will attract music fans from across the Free State in the coming months.
The summer season in Jena is casting its first shadows ahead: The Jenaer Bädergesellschaft invites you to the first “FeierAbend” at the Strandschleicher in early May. Visitors can expect a relaxed start to the warm season directly at the Schleichersee with culinary and musical accompaniment.
In the week leading up to Easter, numerous events are attracting visitors across Thüringen. A special highlight for the city of Jena is the action day celebrating the 125th anniversary of Jenaer Nahverkehr.
Starting in 2026, Jena’s municipal museums will offer free admission on the last Sunday of every month to promote cultural participation and make exhibitions accessible to a wider audience.
Jena offers a diverse literary program this week, featuring TV star Roland Jankowsky, poetic readings in Jena-Ost, and regional fairy tales in Bürgel.
A new event format combining physical activity, electronic music, and social gathering starts today at StadtLab Jena under the title “After Run Beats x Techno Ping Pong.”
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.
Explore Jena’s vibrant cultural scene this February! From the fascinating world of biominerals at the Friedrich-Schiller-Universität to inclusive art at the Ernst-Abbe-Bücherei, there is plenty to discover before the winter holidays begin. Our guide covers everything from local museum highlights to exciting day trips across Thüringen, ensuring you make the most of the season despite the gray weather.