Weekend Tips: Street Food in Weimar and Library Night in Apolda
The upcoming weekend in Thuringia offers numerous excursion destinations, including a Street Food Festival in Weimar and the Long Library Night in Apolda.
Jena
New Book: Literature Professor Dirk von Petersdorff Presents Biography in Jena
Jena, April 16, 2026. Jena literature professor Dirk von Petersdorff presents his latest work. Following previous publications in the field of poetry, his new book “Abschied von der Leichtigkeit” focuses on biographical themes, accompanied by a reading in the city on the Saale.
Annette Seemann presents book on Thomas Mann’s daughters at the Ernst-Abbe-Bücherei
Weimar author Annette Seemann visits Jena to present her latest work on the extraordinary lives of Erika, Monika, and Elisabeth Mann.
Up to 5,000 Euros: Studierendenwerk Increases Funding for Cultural Projects
Jena, 16.04.2026. The Studierendenwerk Thüringen is providing financial support to committed students: A significantly increased funding budget of 30,000 euros per half-year will be available for cultural, sporting, and intercultural projects in the future.
Taxi crashes into tree at Teichgraben: Significant property damage to bicycles
On Thursday morning, a taxi crashed into a tree at the central bus hub Teichgraben in Jena. Despite the busy location during rush hour, no bystanders were injured according to current reports.
Bombshell at FC Carl Zeiss Jena: Sporting Director unexpectedly resigns
Unexpected personnel decision at FC Carl Zeiss Jena: The club’s sporting director is stepping down from her position completely unexpectedly. The exact background of this sudden move is currently still unclear.
21-Year-Old from Jena Finds Dream Job: Jonas Hammen Shines as a Plant Mechanic
A school internship laid the foundation for a promising career in the regional craft sector. 21-year-old Jonas Hammen is demonstrating exceptional performance as an aspiring plant mechanic, championing practical dual vocational training.
Anna Axer’s Brace: FC Carl Zeiss Jena U17 Storms into DFB-Pokal Final
The U17 junior team of FC Carl Zeiss Jena has reached the DFB-Pokal final for the first time after a confident 2-0 victory over RB Leipzig.
World Premiere at Theaterhaus Jena: “This is just us” Celebrates Opening Night
Theaterhaus Jena presents the world premiere of the production “This is just us – naked in the face of the world,” exploring a profound friendship between two women from Europe and Africa.
District Festival at Westsportplatz: Jena-West Celebrates Season Opening
Jena, 15.04.2026. With a diverse district festival at Westsportplatz, the district opens the new outdoor season on April 25 and 26. The event combines traditional customs with various sports and participation offers for families and club members.