Weekend Tips: Events in Jena and Gotha
Jena and Gotha, August 13, 2026: The region offers two cultural highlights featuring open-air music for the upcoming weekend.
Kulturarena
Kulturarena Jena kicks off first concert week
Jena, 15.07.2026 – This year’s Kulturarena begins its first regular concert and film week. Following a successful theater opening, visitors can look forward to a diverse program of international music, children’s entertainment, and film highlights starting Thursday.
100 Years of the Zeiss-Planetarium Jena: Anniversary and Summer Tips
Jena, July 15, 2026. The Zeiss-Planetarium in Jena celebrates its 100th anniversary on July 18 and reopens its doors following extensive modernization just in time for the jubilee. The milestone birthday is accompanied by a diverse summer cultural and leisure program throughout the ‘Lichtstadt’.
Jena: Children’s Rock with Raketen Erna at the Kulturarena
Jena, July 14, 2026 – On August 9, the Theatervorplatz in Jena will transform into an open-air stage for the youngest music fans. The Berlin children’s rock trio ‘Raketen Erna’ will perform as part of the Kulturarena 2026 in the ‘City of Light’.
Jena: Record-breaking Summer Spectacle and Outlook for Kulturarena
Jena, July 13, 2026. This year’s Summer Spectacle by Theaterhaus Jena recorded a full capacity of 3,375 guests across all performances. Following this success, the focus now shifts to the upcoming Kulturarena.
Jena: Video Message from Mayor Thomas Nitzsche
Jena, July 10, 2026 – In his latest video message, Mayor Thomas Nitzsche addressed the citizens of Jena with important updates. The focus is on significant infrastructure projects, the city’s digital security, and upcoming cultural highlights.
Summer Theater in Jena: Kassandra Opens Kulturarena
Jena, July 10, 2026. With the premiere of the summer spectacle ‘Kassandra: Coming of Age at the End of the World,’ Theaterhaus Jena has ceremoniously opened this year’s Kulturarena.
Kulturarena Jena: Successful Kick-off with Kassandra
Jena, July 9, 2026 – The Kulturarena Jena successfully launched its new season yesterday evening with a sold-out theater premiere. Theaterhaus Jena captivated the audience on the Theatervorplatz with the production ‘Kassandra: coming of age at the end of the world’.
Jena: Kulturarena 2026 kicks off with “Kassandra”
With the premiere of the play “Kassandra: coming of age at the end of the world,” this year’s Kulturarena opens on the Theatervorplatz in Jena.
Ukulele Death Squad live in Jena: Australian Power at the Kulturarena
The Australian formation “Ukulele Death Squad” will visit the Thuringian university city next summer. On Thursday, August 6, 2026, the band, known for its explosive stage show, will perform an open-air concert as part of the Jenaer Kulturarena.