Jena and Gotha, August 13, 2026: The region offers two cultural highlights featuring open-air music for the upcoming weekend.
- Jena, Kulturarena: Concerts and family program
- Gotha, Friedenstein Open Air: Benefit and symphony concerts
- Date: Friday, August 14 to Sunday, August 16, 2026
Kulturarena Jena 2026
The Kulturarena reaches its halfway point this weekend. Visitors can look forward to the following program:
- August 14, 8:00 PM: Nouvelle Vague
- August 15, 8:00 PM: Sportfreunde Stiller (sold out)
- August 16, 3:30 PM: Family highlight with “Ich & Herr Meyer” at the theater forecourt
Further details and tickets can be found on the Kulturarena website.
Friedenstein Open Air in Gotha
Two special concerts will take place against the backdrop of Schloss Friedenstein:
- August 14, 8:00 PM: “Thüringen Philharmonie meets… Die Prinzen – Symphonica 2026”
- August 15, 8:00 PM: Benefit concert with Johannes Oerding and the Thüringen Philharmonie
Information about the event is available at friedenstein-openair.de.
Practical equipment for open-air events
To help you enjoy concerts in comfort: Lightweight and compact folding chairs for festivals and open-air events.
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Weekend excursion destinations: Tips for Jena, Gotha, Halberstadt, and Leisnig
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