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Chemnitz 2025, the European Capital of Culture, reached around 3.5 million people, significantly exceeding its original target of two million visitors. The new brochure, ‘25 Achievements and Impacts’, summarises the key outcomes of the year in which the city held the title.
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On Thursday, 8 October, all interested residents of Chemnitz are invited to the Town Hall from 5 pm for the second residents’ meeting of the year. In the first part of the meeting, Lord Mayor Sven Schulze, the Mayor and the other mayors will provide an update on current developments, events and key projects.
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After 17 years at the helm of the Chemnitz Municipal Music School, Nancy Gibson is stepping down. In her final week at work, she looks back on her time there and also looks ahead.
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Mo-Ko is a motor-cognitive exercise programme for older people who wish to maintain their fitness and mobility as they age. Chemnitz University of Technology and the Public Health Department have given a positive interim assessment – and are looking for more participants.
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Mayor Thomas Kütter has officially opened the restored communal urn memorial, known as the ‘Monopteros’, at the municipal cemetery. The structure is an architecturally significant rotunda situated not far from the entrance to the municipal crematorium.
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On Thursday, a ceremony was held to congratulate the apprentices and students from the city of Chemnitz who joined in the 2022/2023 intake and have now successfully completed their apprenticeships and degrees.
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Young people have until 14 January 2027 to create and submit up to two pieces for the competition. The major competition exhibition will be on display at the Neue Sächsische Galerie from 10 April to 23 May 2027.
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The city of Chemnitz will once again be represented at Expo Real in Munich until Wednesday. The international trade fair for property, investment and infrastructure is one of Europe’s most important industry events.
moreIn November and December, residents of Chemnitz will once again have the opportunity to speak with the Lord Mayor, the Deputy Lord Mayor and the mayors at public consultation sessions. The deadline for registration is Monday 19 October.
moreFrom Thursday 8 October, an exhibition on sexism will be on display in the exhibition space on the ground floor of the Town Hall. It explores questions such as ‘Where does sexism begin?’ and ‘How do we encounter it in everyday life – and what can we do about it ourselves?’. The exhibition is being presented by Franziska Herold, the City of Chemnitz’s Equal Opportunities Officer, and was developed by the “Together Against Sexism” alliance.
moreBetween 1 October 2026 and 28 February 2027, 123 trees will be felled in public green spaces. Without exception, this work involves urgent measures designed to maintain or restore road safety.
moreThe election of the Mayor for the term of office from 2027 to 2034 will take place on Sunday, 5 September 2027. Any necessary second round of voting will be held on Sunday, 26 September 2027. Further information, as well as guidance and documents for those submitting nominations and candidates:
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Crossing the Falkeplatz construction site is now more convenient, safer and cleaner for pedestrians and cyclists: a tarmac path, complete with an extra bridge over the River Chemnitz, has now been opened for use.
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Stage 4 of the Chemnitz Model envisages the construction of a railway line to Limbach-Oberfrohna. The second of five planning approval stages (PFA) involves the redevelopment of Leipziger Straße in Chemnitz. VMS, CVAG and the City of Chemnitz presented the so-called preferred option on Wednesday.
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On Monday 21 September, extensive construction work will begin on the Zwickauer Straße project. Work will take place in the Kappel district, on the section between Schillstraße and Am Feldschlößchen, and will be divided into five construction phases. The project is expected to be completed by mid-2028.
moreInternational Film Festival for Children and Young Audiences
Autumn is calling: Chemnitz Kite Festival 2026
the Chemnitz Federal Police Station
Six clubs from Chemnitz, one joint ticket.
At last, ice skating in the open air again!
Funny and interesting facts from the castle's history with the AHA effect. Participatory tour, therefore minimum number of 2 people
Fun and interesting facts about the castle’s history, with that ‘aha’ moment. This is an interactive tour, so a minimum of 2 people is required.
