Open dialogue to promote a calmer atmosphere, greater particiinclusion and fewer distractions in shops and public facilities

How can public spaces be made accessible and pleasant for everyone? Whether it’s loud music, narrow aisles or flashing advertising hoardings: many people quickly feel uncomfortable in noisy and crowded places. The ‘Quiet Hour’ deliberately creates space for more peace and participation: in supermarkets, public facilities or at a town festival—music, announcements and other stimuli are reduced for a set period of time. Many people can benefit from this.

At our OpenFORUM as part of Mental Health Week, we’ll be providing information about the ‘Quiet Hour’ concept and engaging in discussion with interested members of the public, those affected and local businesses. Who does the ‘Quiet Hour’ help? What experiences have there been so far, and where is there a need for more peace and quiet and greater inclusion in Jena?

Join us and have your say.

Admission is free. Find more information here.

 

WHEN: Oktober 26, 2026 ; 5- 7 pm

WHERE: Ernst-Abbe-Bücherei (Engelplatz 2, 07743 Jena); Helene-Petrenz-Saal

Hands-on Science

On November 20, 2026, the Long Night of Science in Jena invites you to rediscover science, research, and innovation in Jena. From exciting experiments and hands-on activities to lectures, guided tours, and special insights, a diverse program invites you to experience science firsthand. The Long Night of Science is the city’s largest science event. More than 50 partners—including universities, research institutes, companies, and other scientific institutions—will open their doors. This offers an opportunity to experience science up close, talk with researchers, and take a look behind the scenes of their current work.

This year marks the 10th edition of the Long Night of Science in Jena, coinciding with the 35th anniversary of the Ernst Abbe University (EAH). The opening event will therefore take place this year in the EAH auditorium and will tell the story of a city shaped by science, as well as the story of a university that has been creating knowledge, inspiring people, and shaping the future for 35 years.

Further information about the event is available on the event website. To get to the program, click here.

Tickets for the event will be available starting in October at the Jena Tourist Information Office, the Unishop at Friedrich Schiller University Jena, or the online ticket shop.

 

WHEN: November 20, 6:00 p.m.–midnight

WHERE: Various locations in Jena; opening at 5:00 p.m. in the auditorium of the Ernst Abbe University of Applied Sciences (Carl-Zeiss-Promenade 2, Building 4, 07745 Jena)