What age is Tinkering Saturday suitable for?

The offering is designed for children from 6 years old and is child-friendly.

What can families expect on-site?

Children and adults can creatively tinker with construction sets, Kapla blocks, marble runs, and experiments and implement their own ideas.

Is the entrance free?

Yes, the event is free of charge.

Where does the event take place?

In the workshop of the Ernst-Abbe-Library Jena on level 0.

Is the library barrier-free?

Yes, the Ernst-Abbe-Library at Engelplatz 2 is barrier-free accessible.

What are the opening hours for Tinkering Saturday?

Tinkering Saturday runs during opening hours from 10 AM to 5 PM.

Tinkering Saturday in Jena: Children Discover Technology, Build Circuits, and Experience Family Time

Name: Tinkering Saturday
Start: 2026-09-19T12:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-09-19T19:00:00+02:00
Location: Ernst-Abbe-Bücherei Jena

Tinkering Saturday in Jena: Tinkering, Wondering, and Discovering Together for the Whole Family

The Tinkering Saturday at the Ernst-Abbe-Library Jena invites families to a lively hands-on afternoon full of learning fun, children's laughter, and creative discoveries. On 19.09.2026, big and small tinkerers can try out, build, and research their own ideas in the workshop on level 0.

Technology to Touch – Child-Friendly and Age-Appropriate

Here, curiosity turns into a real family experience: With electronics and electrical construction sets, Kapla blocks, marble runs, and other experimental materials, circuits, constructions, and small wonders come to life. According to the library program, the offering is designed for children from 6 years old and is accessible during opening hours from 10 AM to 5 PM.

A Place That Connects Learning and Playing

The Ernst-Abbe-Library provides a clear educational framework for STEM experiences in the workshop. The materials are self-explanatory, allowing children to experiment independently while also benefiting from shared moments of discovery. This strengthens concentration, fine motor skills, problem-solving ability, and self-confidence.

Safety and Family Comfort in Focus

The event takes place in the workshop of the EAB on level 0. The library is barrier-free accessible, has free Wi-Fi, self-checkout machines, and water dispensers. This creates a well-accessible, clear place for families to enjoy a relaxed outing with children.

Why Families Love This Tinkering Saturday

Because children here do not just watch but actively create. Because building together sparks conversations. And because a library visit turns into an active day full of wonder. Those who are looking for a family-friendly hands-on offer with educational value will experience a strong mix of technology, play, and the joy of discovery.

Conclusion: The Tinkering Saturday combines family time with clever learning fun and makes technology tangible for children. Those curious about creative experiments and joint exploration should experience this event live.