U.S. Synchronized Skating Championships Head to Salt Lake City in 2026
In a thrilling announcement for the skating community, U.S. Figure Skating today confirmed that the 2026 U.S. Synchronized Skating Championships will be held in Salt Lake City, Utah. This esteemed national event will take place from March 4-7, 2026, at the iconic Maverick Center. This eagerly anticipated competition culminates in the crowning of U.S. champions in eight distinct disciplines, ranging from juvenile to masters. Moreover, it will conclude with the naming of the 2026 World Synchronized Skating Team following the senior combined event.
This marks the first time that Utah will host the U.S. Synchronized Skating Championships, making it a landmark occasion for both the state and the event itself. “We are excited to bring the U.S. Synchronized Skating Championships to Salt Lake City for the first time,” stated Matt Farrell, CEO of U.S. Figure Skating. “This event presents a unique opportunity to spotlight the sport in an Olympic-caliber setting, and we’re hopeful to see synchronized skating return to the city in 2034 during the Winter Olympic Games.”
The complete list of competing teams will be unveiled after the sectional finals in January 2026, promising an intense and competitive atmosphere. Tickets for the championships are slated to go on sale in the fall of 2025, generating buzz and excitement among fans and athletes alike.
Clay Partain, chief sports officer of Sports Salt Lake, expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “We couldn’t be more thrilled to welcome the U.S. Synchronized Skating Championships. Taking place at a venue that played a part in the 2002 Winter Games, this event showcases the growth of synchronized skating in our community.”
Jeff Robbins, president and CEO of the Utah Sports Commission, added that this championship would solidify Utah’s reputation as the premier destination for winter sports leading up to the 2034 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. The countdown begins as Utah gears up to host what promises to be an unforgettable celebration of skill, artistry, and teamwork in synchronized skating.
