24 Events in Weekend in Jena - Weekend Events & Activities

Fresh seasonal goods, Thuringian specialties, and artisanal quality: Discover the Jena Farmers' Market on October 16 for free at the marketplace. #Jena

Jena's photographic memory comes alive: Historical images, GDR photo circles, and social media images tell stories of everyday life, memory, and community. Discover now! #Photography

Twelve roll-ups, an extraordinary Jena life: Discover Eduard Rosenthal's traces between law, democracy, reading culture, and civic spirit. Free admission. #JenaKultur

Brushes, colors, and fascinating natural objects: Children aged 10 and over discover botany in Jena with watercolor and microscopy. Free admission, already fully booked. #FamilyTime

Own characters, exciting game ideas, and plenty of learning fun: Children aged 10 and up program their own game for free with Scratch at the Lobeda community library. #Jena

Stories, children's laughter, and great imagination: Read Aloud! invites families on October 16th for free to the children's library in Jena. #ReadAloud

Listen to stories, marvel, and laugh together: Reading for children from 3 years in Lobeda on October 16, 2026 at 4 PM – free and without registration. #FamilyExperience

Experience Jena with new eyes and an open palate: Discover landmarks, local history, and four culinary stops on October 16, 2026. Book now! #Jena

Visit Deaf Row Fest XI at Kassablanca Jena on October 17, 2026. An atmospheric festival with an international line-up.

Experience international acts from Metal to Post-Punk at the Deaf Row Fest XI on October 17, 2026, at Kassablanca Jena.

On October 17, the Jena city center transforms into a large flea market. Immerse yourself in the world of vintage and second-hand!

On October 17, 2026, the established Jenaer Kernberglauf will take place in Jena and surroundings. Details about location and participation will follow.

Several hundred reenactors reenact the Battle of Jena in the village triangle of Cospeda–Lützeroda–Closewitz. There will also be a camp, exhibitions, and a family program.

Laura N. Junghanns’ award-winning play „The Blue House“ comes to the Theaterhaus Jena on October 17, 2026.

The Jena Philharmonic plays works by Korngold, Mozart, and Strauss. Georg Fritzsch conducts, Luis Manuel Lorite López is the horn soloist.

Fresh fruits, fragrant baked goods, Thuringian specialties, and colorful plants: Discover Jena's regional market culture on October 17. Free admission! #Jena

Build circuits, test marble runs, and realize own ideas: On Invention Saturday, families in Jena experience creative learning time filled with wonder. Free entry! #InventionSaturday

Black and white photography makes dementia, closeness, and volunteering visible: Discover a quiet, moving artistic experience in Jena – admission free. #EncounterDementia

Jena's photographic history comes to life: historical images, GDR photo circles, and social media pictures open new perspectives on everyday life and memory. Discover now! #Photography

Twelve roll-ups, a dynamic life, and Jena's education history: Discover Eduard Rosenthal at the Ernst-Abbe-Library and experience history up close. #JenaKultur

Experience Jena in the fateful year 1806: Follow in the footsteps of Napoleon and Goethe through the city center and discover local history up close. On October 17, 2026, at 10:30 AM. #Jena1806

Experience Jena between medieval old town, university, and high-tech: exciting stories, famous personalities, and central sights on October 17, 2026. Secure your ticket now! #Jena

Viennese waltzes, Mozart's horn, and Strauss' grand sound drama: Experience the Jena Philharmonic live on October 17 at Volkshaus Jena. #JenaerPhilharmonie

Don't miss the exciting concert of The Subways on October 18, 2026, at F-Haus Jena. Get your tickets now!