The ISU Grand Prix 2026/27 Season Kicks Off
A Guide to the World Figure Skating Tour
The most prestigious season in world figure skating is here. From August to December 2026, thirteen international events will take place across three continents – and audiences will once again watch ice whose quality determines the performances of the world’s best athletes.
Two Series, One Goal
The 2026/27 season consists of two parallel series. The ISU Junior Grand Prix kicked off on 20 August in Xi’an, China, and over eight weeks will visit seven destinations across Asia and Europe – including Batumi, Georgia, in late September, hosted at an arena delivered by ICE Professional.
From 23 October, attention shifts to the senior circuit. The ISU Grand Prix comprises six events across three countries and three continents, where roughly 150 of the world’s best figure skaters compete for points and a place in the final.
Complete Senior Series Schedule
Event | Dates | Location |
Grand Prix de France | 23–25 October | Angers |
Skate Canada | 30 October – 1 November | Kelowna |
Cup of China | 6–8 November | Shenzhen |
Skate America | 13–15 November | Everett, USA |
Grand Prix Finland | 20–22 November | Helsinki |
NHK Trophy | 27–29 November | Tokyo |
Grand Prix Final | 10–13 December | Chongqing |
The series will be followed by the European Championships in Olympic host city Lausanne (January 2027) and the World Championships in Tampere, Finland (March 2027).
Why Watch This Season
Around 150 athletes, Olympic and world champions alongside a new generation of talent – including junior world champions Mao Shimada and Rio Nakata of Japan, now moving up to the senior stage. The 2026/27 season is the first full season following the Milan-Cortina Olympics, raising its significance for qualification toward future major events.
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