Jena, July 31, 2026 – Starting today, the Zeiss-Planetarium Jena presents “Dinosaurs – Are They Really Extinct?”, an entertaining educational adventure for the whole family. The brilliant multimedia show offers children aged six and up fascinating insights into prehistoric times and the starry sky.
- Event: Multimedia show “Dinosaurs – Are They Really Extinct?”
- Location: Zeiss-Planetarium Jena, Am Planetarium 5, 07743 Jena (View on Google Maps)
- Start Date: Friday, July 31, 2026 at 11:30 AM (Running until December 28, 2026)
- Recommended Age: 6 years and older
- Duration: approx. 43 minutes (15 min. live starry sky + 28 min. main film)
- Admission: 15.00 Euro / 13.50 Euro reduced (family tickets available)
Educational Adventure Through Space and Time
The story centers on the curious girl Celeste. While preparing a school project about the extinction of the giant reptiles, her mysterious friend “Moon” appears. Together, they embark on an exciting journey through time into the past of our Earth.
On their journey, Celeste and Moon encounter powerful Brachiosauruses, armored Ankylosauruses, and fearsome predatory dinosaurs. The presentation conveys scientific facts about the evolution of species in a child-friendly manner and explains the dramatic cosmic catastrophe that initiated the end of the dinosaur age. At the same time, the show explores the question of whether some descendants of the prehistoric giants have survived to this day.
Astronomy and Family Program
A special educational highlight of the event is the 15-minute introduction before the main show: here, young visitors are given an easy-to-understand explanation of the current starry sky visible during the respective season. Those looking for further educational leisure activities for children during the summer holidays can, for example, find information about a holiday workshop on historical forest professions.
Dates, Ticket Information, and Contact
The performances run throughout the summer and autumn until December 28, 2026. A selection of the next dates in August 2026:
- Friday, 31.07.2026 – 11:30 AM
- Wednesday, 05.08.2026 – 1:00 PM
- Saturday, 08.08.2026 – 4:00 PM
- Tuesday, 11.08.2026 – 10:00 AM
- Thursday, 13.08.2026 – 4:00 PM
- Sunday, 16.08.2026 – 1:00 PM
Tickets are available in advance and at the box office. The team at the Zeiss-Planetarium Jena is available for inquiries and reservations:
- Phone: 03641 885488
- E-Mail: order@planetarium-jena.de
- Website: www.planetarium-jena.de
Source:
Dinosaurs – Are They Really Extinct?
Transparency note: This article was created automatically, editorially reviewed, and expanded with AI support.