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31st SCHLINGEL kicks off

From 2 to 10 October, film fans of all ages can look forward to thrilling and moving films from all over the world. A total of 194 films from 60 countries will be screened at various cinemas in Chemnitz.

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Residents’ meeting on 8 October

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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Farewell, Nancy Gibson

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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Chemnitz’s presence at Expo Real

From Monday to Wednesday, 5 to 7 October, the city of Chemnitz will once again be represented at Expo Real in Munich. The international trade fair for property, investment and infrastructure is one of Europe’s most important industry events.

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CITY CYCLING ends with a record result

STADTRADELN 2026 has come to an end and Chemnitz can celebrate a new record result. Between 31 August and 20 September, 4,882 active cyclists covered a total of 762,411 kilometres, thereby avoiding around 125 tonnes of CO₂ emissions compared to travelling by car.

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Successful completion

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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Youth Art Triennial 2027

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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MoKo-Fit: Exercise programme for older people

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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All-clear in Ebersdorf

Public consultation sessions in November and December

In 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.

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Exhibition “Together Against Sexism” from 8 October

From 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.

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Construction site in the Riedbach green corridor remains closed

Construction work on the paths in the southern section of the Riedbachtal green corridor has been completed. However, the construction site will remain closed until the trees and shrubs can be planted in the autumn.

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Information on the 2027 mayoral election

The 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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Construction site service // Traffic


Falkeplatz: Bridge for pedestrians and cyclists

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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CM4: Plans for Leipziger Straße unveiled

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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Zwickauer Straße: Major roadworks

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.

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Chemnitz 2025 - European Capital of Culture


That was the Purple Path weekend

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The book on the Art and Sculpture Trail