2027 World Figure Skating Championships

The 2027 World Figure Skating Championships will take place March 16–21, 2027, in Tampere, Finland, at the Nokia Arena. Official competition begins March 17. Notably, approximately 150 athletes from around 50 nations will compete across four disciplines—women’s, men’s, pairs, and ice dance—making this one of the most diverse and competitive events of the season.

As the premier annual competition sanctioned by the International Skating Union, the championships showcase the highest level of international figure skating. Each year, the event brings together the world’s top skaters to compete for global titles in men’s, women’s, pairs, and ice dance.

Event Details

• Dates: March 16–21, 2027
• Location: Tampere, Finland
• Venue: Nokia Arena
• Tickets
• Level: Senior International
• Disciplines: Men, Women, Pairs, Ice Dance
• Official Site
• ISU Event Page
• Forum Competition Threads

Eligibility

To compete at the World Championships, skaters must meet ISU qualification and eligibility standards. First, each skater must represent an ISU Member federation. Additionally, results from the previous World Championships determine how many entries each country receives, with nations earning between one and three spots per discipline.

• Skaters must belong to an ISU Member federation
• Entries are determined by results from the previous World Figure Skating Championships
• Each country may earn between one and three entries per discipline
• Skaters must have reached at least age 17 before July 1 of the competition season

Furthermore, competitors must meet ISU citizenship and residency requirements. If a skater has previously represented another country, they must obtain an ISU clearance certificate before competing.