ISU Figure Skating European Championships 2026: Everything You Need to Know
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With the ISU Figure Skating European Championships 2026 starting in just a few days, here’s your complete guide to a huge week of figure skating on home ice in Sheffield — including who’s representing Team GBR, when they’ll be competing, and how to watch.
The basics
When: 13–18 January 2026
Where: Utilita Arena Sheffield
What: Medals will be awarded across Men’s Singles, Women’s Singles, Pairs, and Ice Dance - and with the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 just around the corner, the stakes (and the atmosphere) are sky high.
Tip: Tuesday 13 January is the Official Practice Day — competition begins from Wednesday.
Team GBR: who’s competing
British Ice Skating is proud to confirm the skaters selected to represent Team GBR in Sheffield:
Ice Dance
Lilah Fear & Lewis Gibson
Phebe Bekker & James Hernandez
Pairs
Anastasia Vaipan-Law & Luke Digby
Women’s Singles
Kristen Spours
Nina Povey
Men’s Singles
Edward Appleby
When Team GBR will be skating at European Championships 2026
All times below are UK local time. Exact skate order (and therefore exact “on-ice” times) will be confirmed closer to each event - but these are the sessions you’ll want in your diary.
Wednesday 14 January
13:00–16:00 — Pairs Short Program (Vaipan-Law / Digby)
16:15–16:45 — Opening Ceremony
17:00–22:00 — Women’s Short Program (Spours, Povey)
Thursday 15 January
13:00–18:00 — Men’s Short Program (Appleby)
19:00–22:00 — Pairs Free Skating + Victory Ceremony (Vaipan-Law / Digby)
Friday 16 January
12:00–17:00 — Ice Dance Rhythm Dance (Fear / Gibson, Bekker / Hernandez)
18:00–22:00 — Women’s Free Skating + Victory Ceremony (Spours, Povey)
Saturday 17 January
13:00–17:00 — Men’s Free Skating + Victory Ceremony (Appleby)
18:30–22:00 — Ice Dance Free Dance + Victory Ceremony (Fear / Gibson, Bekker / Hernandez)
Sunday 18 January
15:00–17:00 — Exhibition of Champions Gala
How to watch (UK)
If you can’t make it to Sheffield in person, you can still follow every twist, turn, and personal best from home:
ISU YouTube (available in the UK): Watch on the Skating ISU YouTube channel (live and on catch-up).
BBC: Selected coverage will be available via BBC platforms (availability can vary by session — check BBC listings for the most up-to-date schedule).
Visiting Sheffield: getting there and getting around
Sheffield is ready to welcome fans from across Great Britain and beyond — with the arena accessible by public transport and the city centre easy to explore between sessions. For travel, transport, accommodation, and local tips, head to the official Sheffield visitor guide for Europeans.
Final call: book your tickets
We’re in the final days before Europeans begins — if you want to experience the roar of a home crowd and see Team GBR take on Europe’s best in person, book now while remaining seats last.
Europeans Fan Zone: Where Sheffield Comes to Skate
Whether you’ve got tickets for the arena or you just want to soak up the atmosphere, the official Europeans Fan Zone brings the Championships into the heart of the city with a free-to-use outdoor artificial rink, a big screen, and plenty of family-friendly fun.
Where: Sheffield Peace Gardens (city centre)
Dates: Saturday 10 January – Sunday 18 January 2026
Opening times
Mon–Fri: 14:00–20:00
Sat–Sun: 10:00–20:00
What to expect
Outdoor rink: Free public skating sessions with skate hire included, plus themed sessions every day.
Big screen: Watch live coverage, highlights, and entertainment throughout the week.
Food stalls & entertainment: Hot drinks, street food, local vendors, and activities for all ages.
Sustainable set-up: The rink uses an artificial surface to reduce energy use while keeping the experience accessible to everyone.
As we head into the final days before the ISU Figure Skating European Championships 2026 begin, this is your chance to be part of a once-in-a-generation moment for the sport in Great Britain — cheering on Team GBR, welcoming Europe to Sheffield, and helping create an atmosphere our athletes will never forget. If you haven’t secured your seats yet, now’s the time: book your tickets today and be there when the action starts.