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Germany’s most famous relationship comedian, Mario Barth, is bringing his hit tour ‘Männer sind nichts ohne die Frauen!’ to Jena. On October 15, 2026, the Berlin entertainer will turn the Sparkassen-Arena into a stage for his hilarious, no-holds-barred analysis of everyday life.
Jena, August 31, 2026 – As part of the ‘Adern von Jena’ project, a monthly workshop series is launching. Individuals aged 50 and older are invited to collaborate on developing and actively shaping a space for peace in the Saaleaue.
This summer, an unusually high number of butterflies are attracting attention in Jena’s gardens. Known as migratory moths, these insects hover in front of flowers like small hummingbirds to feed on nectar.
FC Carl Zeiss Jena suffered a late setback against Chemnitzer FC. Following a goal conceded in the seventh minute of stoppage time, the match ended in a 1-1 draw. While the late goal caused disappointment, the officiating team became the primary focus of criticism.
Jena, August 30, 2026 – The Jena State Police Inspectorate reported several incidents over the past weekend, including a fraud case, a large-scale search for a missing person, and a pursuit involving a driver under the influence of alcohol.
The Zeiss-Planetarium Jena is now offering an immersive journey through our solar system. The new show ‘Planets – Expedition into the Solar System’ combines scientific findings from current space missions with stunning 360-degree projections under the large dome.
Jena, August 30, 2026 – On Friday afternoon, an incident occurred at the Bodelschwinghstraße terminus involving a public transport passenger. A 62-year-old passenger attacked a 59-year-old bus driver, causing minor injuries.
The Zeiss-Planetarium Jena invites families to a special journey of discovery. In the award-winning 360° production ‘The Secret of the Trees,’ young visitors learn fascinating facts about the world of plants.
The Kunstsammlung Jena offers a dual guided tour providing an in-depth look at two current exhibitions featuring the works of Zohar Fraiman and Frank Gaudlitz.
The 5th Thuringian Ukulele Festival concludes this Sunday with an open, informal musical gathering at the Zeiss-Planetarium in Jena.