Concert Highlights in August 2026: Jena, Erfurt, and Weimar
The concert summer in Thuringia enters its peak phase in August 2026. Fans of soul, indie rock, and folk will find a diverse selection of events in Jena, Erfurt, and Weimar.
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Jena: Theresa Wolff returns to the Filmarena at the Theater
Jena, July 20, 2026: The Filmarena invites visitors to a special cinematic experience at the Theatervorplatz today. The popular character Theresa Wolff returns to the big screen with the Thuringian crime thriller ‘CASH’.
Lufthansa Godparent Aircraft: New Dreamliner Flies for Jena
Jena is once again represented on global flight routes with its own godparent aircraft. A state-of-the-art Lufthansa Boeing 787-9 ‘Dreamliner’ will carry the name of the Thuringian university city across the globe.
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.
Jena: Kassandra-Projekt reflects global world disorder
Jena, 13.07.2026 – With its new production of the “Kassandra-Projekt,” Theaterhaus Jena presents a highly topical work that captures the spirit of the times. The play explores the profound shift from historical lightheartedness to contemporary geopolitical instability.
Jena: Beate Debus Sculptures at the Botanical Garden
The Jenaer Kunstverein’s annual sculpture exhibition opens today at the Botanical Garden Jena, featuring works by sculptor Beate Debus.
Jena Fire Department: Realistic Training in Ohrdruf
Ohrdruf/Jena, July 9, 2026 – Firefighter candidates from the current Jena basic training course are currently undergoing intensive practical training at the Ohrdruf military training area. The week-long training under realistic conditions is designed to prepare the prospective emergency personnel for complex emergency scenarios.
Jena: Higher Regional Court trial against suspected IS member begins
Jena, July 9, 2026 – The main trial against a suspected former member of the foreign terrorist organization “Islamic State” (IS) is set to begin at the Thuringian Higher Regional Court (OLG) in Jena at the end of the month.
Missing person Marie W. from Jena found safe
Jena, July 9, 2026 – Good news from the city on the Saale: 15-year-old Marie W., who had been missing for nearly a month, has been located. According to police reports, the girl was found safe and sound.
Apolda: Robbery-theft in a supermarket
Apolda, July 8, 2026 – A shoplifting incident in an Apolda supermarket escalated into a physical altercation on Tuesday. A 32-year-old woman struck a store detective after he confronted her for leaving the checkout area without paying.