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2027 European Figure Skating Championships
2027-01-27 - 2027-01-31 | Vaudoise Aréna, Chem. du Viaduc 14, Prilly, 1008, Switzerland
2027 European Figure Skating Championships
The 2027 European Figure Skating Championships will take place January 27–31, 2027, in Lausanne, Switzerland, at the Vaudoise Arena. As one of the most prestigious events on the international figure skating calendar, the championships bring together the top skaters from across Europe to compete in men’s, women’s, pairs, and ice dance.
As part of the International Skating Union (ISU) championship series, the 2027 European Figure Skating Championships play a central role in the competitive season. In particular, the event allows athletes to earn major titles while also building momentum ahead of global competitions later in the year. At the same time, it serves as a key benchmark for performance at the elite level.
Notably, the championships return to Lausanne, widely recognized as the Olympic Capital and home to the International Olympic Committee. As a result, the event gains added historical and cultural significance, providing a fitting setting for a major international competition.

2027 European Figure Skating Championships Details

Dates: January 27–31, 2027
Location: Lausanne, Switzerland
Venue: Vaudoise Arena
Disciplines: Men, Women, Pairs, Ice Dance
Organizer: International Skating Union (ISU)
Tickets
Official Site
ISU Event page
Forum Competition Threads

Eligibility
To compete at the European Championships, skaters must meet ISU qualification and eligibility standards. First, each skater must represent a European ISU Member federation. Additionally, results from the previous European Championships determine how many entries each country receives, with nations earning between one and three spots per discipline. Skaters must also meet the ISU’s minimum technical score requirements and age eligibility standards.

Skaters must belong to a European ISU Member federation
Entries are determined by results from the previous European 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
Skaters must achieve the ISU minimum technical score requirements at an eligible international competition
Competitors must meet all ISU eligibility and citizenship requirements applicable to international competition

2027 Four Continents Figure Skating Championships
2027-02-09 - 2027-02-14
2027 Four Continents Figure Skating Championships
The 2027 Four Continents Figure Skating Championships will take place February 9-14, 2027, in Astana, Kazakhstan. the event will bring together many of the top skaters from Asia, the Americas, Africa, and Oceania to compete across four disciplines—women’s, men’s, pairs, and ice dance.
As one of the ISU’s premier annual championships, the Four Continents Championships provide a major international stage for elite skaters representing non-European member nations. Each year, the competition showcases some of the world’s best athletes as they compete for continental titles in men’s, women’s, pairs, and ice dance. Established in 1999, the event serves as the counterpart to the European Championships and remains a key highlight of the international figure skating season.

Event Details

Dates: February 9-14, 2027
Location: Astana, Kazakhstan
Venue: TBD
Tickets: TBD
Level: Senior International
Disciplines: Men, Women, Pairs, Ice Dance
ISU Event Page
Forum Competition Threads

Eligibility
To compete at the Four Continents Championships, skaters must meet ISU qualification and eligibility standards. First, each skater must represent an ISU Member federation from Asia, the Americas, Africa, or Oceania. Additionally, skaters must achieve the required ISU minimum technical score requirements and be selected by their national federation. Unlike the World Championships, each eligible federation may enter up to three competitors or teams per discipline.

Skaters must belong to an ISU Member federation from Asia, the Americas, Africa, or Oceania
European ISU Member federations are not eligible to participate
Each eligible federation may enter up to three competitors or teams per discipline
Skaters must have reached at least age 17 before July 1 of the competition season
Skaters must achieve the ISU minimum technical score requirements at an eligible international competition
Entries must be submitted by the skater’s national federation in accordance with ISU regulations
Competitors must meet all ISU eligibility and citizenship requirements applicable to international competition

2027 IceChallenge | Challenger Series
2027-02-10 - 2027-02-13
2027 IceChallenge | Challenger Series
The 2027 IceChallenge will take place February 10-13, 2027, in Graz, Austria. The competition is the final event of 13 competitions in the 2026–27 ISU Challenger Series. It will feature all four disciplines.
The ISU Challenger Series is an annual series of senior international figure skating competitions organized by the International Skating Union (ISU). It provides athletes with additional opportunities to compete at the international level. Skaters can earn World Standing points and improve their international rankings.
All Challenger Series events are conducted under the ISU Judging System (IJS). Competitions follow the current season’s ISU Special Regulations and Technical Rules.

ISU Event Page
Competition Forum

2027 World Junior Figure Skating Championships
2027-02-24 - 2027-02-28 | Arena 8888 Sofia, Asen Yordanov 1, Sofia, 1113, Bulgaria
2027 World Junior Figure Skating Championships
The 2027 World Junior Figure Skating Championships will take place February 24–28, 2027, in Sofia, Bulgaria, at Arena 8888.
Often referred to as “Junior Worlds,” this annual competition is sanctioned by the International Skating Union (ISU) and features many of the world’s top junior skaters competing in men’s, women’s, pairs, and ice dance.

Event Details

Dates: February 24–28, 2027
Location: Sofia, Bulgaria
Venue: Arena 8888
Level: Junior International
Disciplines: Men, Women, Pairs, Ice Dance
ISU Event Page
Forum Competition Threads

Eligibility
To compete at the World Junior Championships, skaters must meet ISU age and eligibility requirements.

Skaters must be at least 13 years old before July 1 of the competition season
Maximum ages vary by discipline:

Singles (Men & Women): must not have reached age 19
Pairs: Women up to 21, Men up to 23 (maximum 7-year age gap)
Ice Dance: both partners must not have reached age 21 (maximum 7-year age gap)

In addition, competitors must meet ISU citizenship and residency rules. Skaters who have previously represented another country or do not hold the nationality of their federation must obtain an ISU clearance certificate.

2027 World Figure Skating Championships
2027-03-16 - 2027-03-21 | Nokia Arena, Kansikatu 3, Tampere, 33100, Finland
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.

2027 ISU World & Junior Synchronized Skating Championships (Synchro9)
2027-04-02 - 2027-04-03 | Motorpoint Arena Nottingham, Motorpoint Arena Nottingham, Nottingham, NG1 1LA, United Kingdom
2027 ISU World & Junior Synchronized Skating Championships (Synchro9)
The 2027 World Synchronized Figure Skating Championships will take place April 2–3, 2027, at the Motorpoint Arena Nottingham in Nottingham, United Kingdom. As the premier international event in synchronized skating, the championships bring together the world’s top teams to compete for the world title. For 2027, the ISU World and Junior World Synchronized Skating Championships will be held as a combined event, bringing together senior and junior teams in a single competition format.
British Ice Skating will host the championships, welcoming elite teams from around the world to one of the United Kingdom’s leading indoor arenas. As a result, fans can expect a high-level competition featuring precision, speed, and intricate team formations that define synchronized skating.

Event Details

Dates: April 2–3, 2027
Location: Nottingham, United Kingdom
Venue: Motorpoint Arena Nottingham
Discipline: Synchronized Skating
Organizer: British Ice Skating
ISU Event Page
