Skate Canada International is the second competition on the annual ISU Figure Skating Grand Prix. The competition features some of the top athletes in Canada and from around the world as they skate for their place in the ISU Figure Skating Grand Prix Final.
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Skate Canada International is the second competition in the annual International Skating Union (ISU) Grand Prix of Figure Skating® Series. Each skater/team can be assigned to a maximum of two events. Skaters are awarded points based on their placements at their events. The top six from each discipline (men, women, pairs, and ice dance) qualify for the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating Final® being held from December 10-13, 2026, in Chongqing, China.
All competition events and practices for the 2026 Skate Canada International will be held at Prospera Place in Kelowna, British Columbia, from October 30 to November 1, 2026.
At this time, official practices will take place on Thursday, October 29, 2026, with competition beginning on Friday, October 30, 2026. Competition start times are subject to change up to and including the week of the event. The doors open 30 minutes prior to the beginning of the first practice, each day.
- Thursday, October 29 - Official Practice
- Friday, October 30 - 18:00
- Men Short Program, Opening Ceremony, Pairs Short Program
- Saturday, October 31 - 12:30
- Ice Dance Rhythm Dance, Women Short Program
- Saturday, October 31 - 16:40
- Men Free Program, Pairs Free Program
- Sunday, November 1 - 13:00
- Ice Dance Free Dance, Women Free Program
It is always recommended to book your travel after the competition schedule has been finalized. If you are booking prior to the schedule being finalized and you wish to attend all practices on Thursday, you should plan to arrive Wednesday night or early Thursday morning. If you do not plan on attending Thursday practices, plan to arrive Thursday evening in case the competition begins early Friday morning.
The list of competitors will be announced later this summer. Competitors are subject to change up to and including the week of the event. Tickets will not be refunded due to athlete withdrawals.
Single session tickets go on sale to the general public on Thursday, August 20, at 1:00 PM ET. A limited number of single session tickets will be available for purchase. Don't miss out!
Tickets can be purchased online at skatecanada.ca.
You must order your tickets through the same channels as the general public. Members are encouraged to watch for emails with information about special offers exclusive to Skate Canada members, including advance sales on all-event ticket packages.
The all-event ticket package gives you access to the entire event, from start to finish. Your ticket includes admission to all competition events and official practices (Thursday all day, and Friday, Saturday, Sunday mornings).
Please note that there will be no Exhibition Gala this year.
Yes, your seats remain the same for all events with an all-event ticket.
The following tickets are required to attend practices:
- Thursday practices – Thursday event ticket
- Friday practices – Friday evening event ticket
- Saturday morning practices – Saturday afternoon event ticket
- Sunday practices – Sunday ticket
Ticket allocation is based on the best available seating at the time of purchase. You may also use the seat finder tool to select the seat of your choice.
Due to the construction of the two-tiered judges’ stand, commentator platforms, Kiss & Cry, and the installation of television cameras, some seats in these areas may become partially obstructed.
Fans who purchase tickets on the first day of ticket on-sale have the best selection of seats to choose from. To get advance notice on ticketing information, subscribe to our newsletter.
Children under two years of age do not require a ticket if they do not need a seat. If they do need a seat, a ticket must be purchased at full price.
The Kiss & Cry will be constructed in front of Sections 113 and 114.
The judges’ stand will be constructed in front of Sections 108, 109, and 110.
Ticket purchases for this event are non-refundable. The all-event ticket package can be broken down by session and shared; however, no individual event session ticket can be used by more than one person, per session.
The Skate Canada Spectator Camera Policy is in place at events to protect the safety of athletes and to ensure a distraction-free environment for all spectators. Personal photography is permitted by spectators but cannot impact the viewing ability of others. All photos taken during the event must be for personal use only and captured on a small digital camera or mobile device. The following is not permitted at Skate Canada events:
- Flash photography to ensure the safety of the athletes
- Camera bags and large camera equipment, such as tripods
- Professional cameras and/or detachable lenses greater than 6 inches or 200 mm
This policy is in place at events to protect the safety and privacy of athletes and to ensure a distraction-free environment for all spectators. This camera policy falls in line with venue and other sport organization policies.
Gifts and flowers may be offered to the skaters at the end of their performance. Please ensure all items are completely wrapped to protect the ice surface.
Guests are not permitted to bring any outside food or beverages into Prospera Place. Concession stands will be open throughout the event.
Handheld flags and fan signs are permitted in the arena; however, must not obstruct the view of or distract other patrons in the stands. Skate Canada is not responsible for lost or damaged banners.
Airhorns and noisemakers requiring batteries or compressed air are not permitted in the arena. Small handheld noisemakers may only be used following a skater’s program or during ice resurfacing. If flags, signs/banners, and noisemakers become disruptive to fellow fans, Skate Canada will ask that these items be stowed away.
Yes, and it is important to keep your ticket with you to allow re-entry to the building. Be sure to check with the door staff when leaving to ensure your ticket is scanned out for future re-entry.
Prospera Place is a smoke-free building.
To find a list of hotels and restaurants in Kelowna, please visit Tourism Kelowna.
Skate Canada does not offer transportation for spectators. Visit Tourism Kelowna for information on public transportation.
If you have any questions which are not answered here, please forward them to info@skatecanada.ca.
