Nations' Cup | Gold Cup 2026
April 22-26, 2026

On behalf of the Lansing Sports Commission®, we would like to welcome you to our community! Whether you're a first-time visitor, or a seasoned guest to the area, we're glad to be your host. On this page you will find information on the playing facilities, hotels and restaurants that are offering discounts and other items you may need while visiting. We hope your athlete and family make the most of your time in mid-Michigan when you aren’t competing.
Please bookmark this page and be sure to follow our social channels for all the details you'll need about our community and the event! Best of luck!
Have Questions?
Email nationscup2026@gmail.com.
COMPETITION RINK
- 509 Birch Rd.
- (517) 353-4698
Munn Arena, which was dedicated Nov. 1, 1974, recently received its most extensive expansion to date, as the addition which was completed in the fall of 2022 provides not only a new team dressing room, but also a video theatre, a state-of-the-art weight room, an athletic training…
PRACTICE ICE
UNOFFICIAL AND OFFICIAL
No team may purchase practice ice from any other supplier. Only practice ice sold by Ice House Skating Academy will be available for use by teams from Monday, April 20, to Sunday, April 26.
The LOC is responsible for securing practice ice for all teams.
- 2810 Hannah Blvd.
- (517) 336-4272
The Biggby Coffee Ice Cube East Lansing is the coolest spot in town. Offering programs for everybody, Learn to Skate, Travel Hockey, Adult Hockey, figure skating, public skating, and many different adult leagues. Home of the Lansing Skating Club and Lansing Hockey Club. Located…
Event tickets go on sale February 15, 2026.
Order your 2026 US Figure Skating Theatre on Ice Nations Cup Official Merchandise. A full store setup onsite at the event, offering a larger variety of items available for purchase at the location. Online orders can be shipped directly if you are ordering from the U.S.A. All other online orders will be picked up at the event. View Official Event Apparel
Details regarding the U.S. Figure Skating Theatre on Ice.
TENATIVE SCHEDULE
The official practice ice and competition schedule will be emailed and posted to all coordinators. The schedule will also be available to each team in their confirmation packet upon arrival. The schedule will be released 30 days prior to the start of the competition.
(*Please note that the schedule MAY change due to the number of entries)
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
Unofficial practice sessions will be available.
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
- Unofficial practice sessions
- International Seminar
- Draw Ceremony for Gold Cup teams
- Official’s Dinner
Thursday, April 23, 2026
- Unofficial practice sessions will be available.
- Team Leader Informational Meeting
- Judges Meeting
- Gold Cup – Official practice Adult and Open (CE)
- Gold Cup - Competition Adult and Open (CE)
- Draw Ceremony for Nations’ Cup teams
- Competitors’ Welcome Party
Friday, April 24, 2026
- Unofficial practice sessions will be available
- Gold Cup - Official practice Adult and Open (Free Performance)
- Nations’ Cup - Official practice Novice (CE)
- Gold Cup - Competition Adult and Open (Free Performance)
- Nations’ Cup – Competition Novice (CE)
- Gold Cup – Victory Ceremony Adult and Open
Saturday, April 25, 2026
- Unofficial practice sessions will be available
- Nations’ Cup - Official practice Junior and Senior (CE)
- Nations’ Cup - Official practice Novice (Free Performance)
- Official Practice – Adaptive Teams (ALL TEAMS)
- Exhibition American Adaptive Teams (ALL TEAMS)
- Nations’ Cup - Competition Junior and Senior (CE)
- Nations’ Cup - Competition Novice (Free Performance)
- Nations’ Cup - Victory Ceremony Novice & Adaptive Teams (ALL TEAMS
Sunday, April 26, 2026
- Unofficial practice sessions will be available
- Nations’ Cup - Official practice Junior and Senior (Free Performance)
- Nations’ Cup - Competition Junior and Senior (Free Performance)
- Nations’ Cup - Victory Ceremony Junior and Senior
During the competition, official notices will be found on this website.
All participating teams are required to utilize Champ Sports Travel. Teams that do not utilize Champ Sports Travel will have to pay a $400 fee at the time of registration. View Event Hotels
More information coming soon!
High Caliber is the place to be on Thursday evening for all competitors! Enjoy go-kart racing, arcade games, gellyball blasters, pocket soccer, throwbolwing and more — there is fun for everyone at High Caliber.
Please note: the Rage Room and Axe Throwing activities are for adults only.
Coaches, Team Managers, and Parents — we know from experience that you like to be where the athletes are! To make sure everyone has a great time, we will have a designated “Adults Only” area in the bar, featuring an adult buffet, along with pool tables, darts, and plenty of space to relax and connect. After all, why should the athletes have all the fun?
Cost - Competitors: $30.00 | All Others: $25.00
The venue is approximately 20 minutes from all hotels and Munn Ice Arena.
You can find the sign-up form on the Team Coordinators page.
See you there!
TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
Dean Trailways of Michigan
Dean Trailways has over 50 years of experience getting you where you need to be. Visit the website or contact at TrailwaysSales@deantrailways.com.
Indian Trails
Services include charters, tours, shuttles and scheduled service throughout Michigan. Visit the website or contact Theresa McNamara at 989.723.9606 or tmcnamara@indiantrails.com.
Livestream Video – 828 Studios
Watch the event streamed live at https://828studios.com/nationscup/
Live Results
Information coming soon!
Save the date – April 22-26, 2026
Photographs from previous events taken by Melanie Heany.
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