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The internationally acclaimed New York Gospel Stars are bringing their powerful vocals and authentic spirituals to Thuringia. On February 3, 2027, the renowned ensemble will perform a soul-stirring concert at the historic Friedenskirche in Jena.
The historic St. Michael’s Church in Jena is the subject of an upcoming lecture by the Mittwochkreis, focusing on its architectural history, wartime damage, and current restoration efforts.
A European Vega-C rocket successfully launched into space on Tuesday, carrying the FLEX mission, which was significantly co-developed by research institutions in Thuringia.
The telemedicine concept successfully tested in the Smart Quarter of Jena-Lobeda is being adopted as a blueprint for rural regions. With locations in Crossen an der Elster and planned expansion in Langenwolschendorf, digital medical care is being sustainably extended.
Jena, September 15, 2026 – The Thuringian city of light is celebrating one of its greatest sports legends: Peter Ducke, long-time center forward for FC Carl Zeiss Jena, is about to receive an extraordinary honor. On September 22, 2026, the ‘Sternstunden’ event series will dedicate an exclusive tribute to the exceptional player at the Zeiss-Planetarium.
Jena, September 15, 2026 – The city of Jena will commemorate legal scholar and politician Eduard Rosenthal this coming Friday with a high-profile symposium and an exhibition. Due to limited seating capacity at the Historisches Rathaus, the entire event will be broadcast to the public via livestream.
The planned construction of the Osttangente in Jena is sparking controversial discussions between urban traffic planners and environmentalists. The major project aims to consolidate traffic east of the city center and relieve sensitive areas such as the Löbdergraben and Karl-Liebknecht-Straße.
For a decade, the pediatric palliative care team at Jena University Hospital (UKJ) has been providing support and care for seriously and terminally ill children, adolescents, and young adults in Thuringia.
The Committee for Urban Development, Environment, Climate Protection and Sustainability has approved the design plans for the first section of the Saaleweg Mittelwiesen near Burgau, paving the way for construction in 2027.
Jena, September 14, 2026 – The Tanzclub Kristall Jena e.V. is hosting the Open State Championship Standard for the federal states of Thuringia and Saxony-Anhalt this coming weekend. Dance enthusiasts and spectators are cordially invited to cheer on the couples live.