ISU Figure Skating Awards

The inaugural ISU Skating Awards ceremony

The Lifetime Achievement Award was set to be the only prize presented at this year’s International Skating Union (ISU) Skating Awards.

Benefitting from a revisited concept and format, the 2023 ISU Skating Awards edition was filmed for the first time in front of a live audience and simultaneously live-streamed on the Skating ISU YouTube Channel. Equally unique is the fact that the ISU Skating Awards was integrated into one special Art on Ice show giving rise to an entirely new set-up, atmosphere and experience. The 2023 ISU Skating Awards’ delivered an exceptional show combining performances by musical acts, professional dancers and renowned Figure Skaters. Hosts Johnny Weir and Elma Smit revealed the winners during a spectacular show of Art on Ice in Zurich (SUI) on Sunday, February 5, 2023.

Staged in Zurich during a thrilling Art on Ice show, the ISU Skating Awards 2024 were presented for the second time live in front of an audience and simultaneously live-streamed on the Skating ISU YouTube Channel – after a successful first live event in 2023, and two online editions in 2020 and 2021. Hosted by the respected sports reporter and TV presenter Elma Smit in duo this year with the four-time World Figure Skating Champion and legend Kurt Browning, the ceremony uniquely combined backstage filming in a studio, exclusive interviews as well as on ice prize-giving to the Award-winning skaters performing during the Art on Ice show (or online for those who were not present). Viewers thus benefitted from the unparalleled opportunity to not only watch exceptional musical and Figure Skating acts, but also glamorous and emotional moments of skaters receiving their ISU Skating trophies.

The International Skating Union (ISU) celebrated the pinnacle of Figure Skating excellence on Sunday evening at the ISU Figure Skating Awards 2025. Following a thrilling ISU World Figure Skating Championships in Boston, the global figure skating family came together to honor the extraordinary athleticism, artistry and talent that shaped this season. For the first time, the awards embraced a bold new format and were livestreamed globally, allowing fans worldwide to experience the glamour, emotion, and excitement. Hosted by Olympic Champion Tara Lipinski and ISU World Figure Skating Championships medalist Johnny Weir, the night was filled with star-studded commentary, heartfelt speeches, and well-deserved recognition. A legendary lineup of presenters, including Vera Wang, Brian Boitano, Katarina Witt, Gracie Gold, Kirsten Moore-Towers, took the stage to honor the sport's finest.

The figure skating community has celebrated the standout achievements of the 2025/26 season at the ISU Figure Skating Awards 2026 in Prague. The awards honored the performances, creativity and dedication that defined a remarkable year on the ice, and recognized the coaches, choreographers and costume designers whose work brought the artistry of the sport to life. Following more than 93,000 votes cast by fans worldwide, a distinguished jury of figure skating experts helped to determine the winners of the Most Entertaining Program, Best Costume, Best Coach and Best Choreographer categories. The evening was hosted by Olympic medalists Ashley Wagner and Ben Agosto, whose expertise and deep connection to the sport set the tone for a memorable celebration of the season’s achievements.