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This January, Sheffield will host one of the biggest events in the international skating calendar as the ISU Figure Skating European Championships 2026 arrive in the city.
For Tickets for Good, this is more than a major sporting moment. It is an opportunity to help local communities experience a world class event on their doorstep and to show how access to live events can inspire the next generation.
Some sporting stories capture exactly why access to live events matters. This Championships brings one of those stories back to Sheffield and puts it centre stage.
In 2012, Luke Digby took part in the European Championships in Sheffield as a flower boy. Thirteen years later, he returns to the same arena as one of Team GB’s leading figure skaters.
Alongside his partner Anastasia Vaipan-Law, Luke recently achieved Britain’s highest European pairs finish in more than 30 years. Competing on home ice, in front of a home crowd, makes this Championships a particularly meaningful moment in his journey.
It is a powerful reminder that seeing elite sport up close can have a lasting impact, especially when those experiences happen early.
Large international events can sometimes feel out of reach, even when they are hosted locally. This partnership is designed to change that and to help more people in Sheffield feel part of the Championships.
We have partnered with the event organisers to ensure more people can experience the European Championships live.
An initial free allocation of tickets was taken up within days, showing the level of local appetite for the event. A new batch of discounted tickets is now available exclusively for Tickets for Good members.
By reducing financial barriers, this partnership helps ensure the Championships feel connected to the city and the people who live here.
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The 2026 European Championships arrive at a significant moment for figure skating in the UK, with growing interest and strong international performances.
Recent results have helped shine a spotlight on the sport, including a World Championship bronze medal for Lilah Fear and Lewis Gibson and a top five European finish for Luke Digby and Anastasia Vaipan-Law.
With Olympic qualification places on the line, the Championships in Sheffield promise high level competition and a strong home crowd. For many people, this may be their first opportunity to see Europe’s best skaters compete live just weeks before the Winter Games.
At Tickets for Good, we believe that attending live events can have a real impact on wellbeing and connection. This partnership reflects that belief in practice.
Bethany Rutt, Head of Business Operations at Tickets for Good, said:
“As someone local to the region, it is really special to see the European Championships come to Sheffield. Luke’s journey from flower boy to elite athlete is a lovely example of what early exposure to live sport can do. We are proud to be part of making that kind of experience more accessible and we hope this event sparks something in the next generation too.”
If you are planning to attend or want to find out more, here are the key details.
Location: Utilita Arena Sheffield
Dates: 13 to 18 January 2026
It is a rare chance to see Europe’s elite skaters compete live in the UK at a moment that could shape the road to the Winter Games.
If you're already a member, discounted tickets are available now through the Tickets for Good platform.
If you work in the NHS, education or charity sector, or if you have been affected by the cost of living, you may be eligible to join Tickets for Good. Learn more here about who can sign up and access this discounted offer.
From inspiring young fans to celebrating homegrown talent, the European Championships returning to Sheffield is about more than competition.
We are proud to help open the doors and support an event that has the potential to leave a lasting legacy in the city.