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The 9th Progesund Women’s Run in Jena is set to offer a highly motivating atmosphere, focusing on social cohesion and a shared break from daily routines rather than peak athletic performance.
Jena mourns the loss of a significant figure: Dr. Rüdiger Grunow passed away on July 31, 2026, in Closewitz at the age of 86.
Jena, 06.07.2026 – Next weekend, Jena will become the center of East German rugby: The renowned “Beast from the East 7s” tournament will take place on July 11 and 12, 2026, featuring around 25 teams competing for key rankings.
At the East Thuringian Gymnastics Championships in Jena, athletes from ASC 2000 e.V. celebrated significant successes, with Leonie Müller securing the title in performance class 4.
On May 28, 2026, the modernized skate and BMX park in Jena’s Paradies was officially opened, offering optimized conditions for athletes of all levels.
Science City Jena has received the license for the upcoming easyCredit Basketball Bundesliga (BBL) season without any conditions, ensuring their place in Germany’s top flight for 2026/2027.
Jena, May 5, 2026 – Athletic and loud: The running group “Run Club Paradise” regularly draws attention in the Jena city center with techno beats. The community combines physical fitness with music and a positive atmosphere.
On Friday afternoon, popular sports in Jena were once again dedicated to charity. At the 19th edition of the Jenaer Teamlauf, hundreds of teams took to the track to compete and raise donations.
Jena, April 05, 2026. The female footballers of FC Carl Zeiss Jena narrowly missed a sensation in the DFB-Pokal. In a dramatic semi-final against the heavy favorites VfL Wolfsburg, the team from Thüringen was only defeated in the decisive penalty shootout.
In the semi-finals of the Women’s DFB-Pokal, FC Carl Zeiss Jena will face record champions VfL Wolfsburg on April 2, 2026. The match will be broadcast live on Das Erste.