Standing ticket World Cup Speed Skating Qualification Tournament

From 30 October to 1 November 2026, Thialf in Heerenveen will be entirely dedicated to elite speed skating. During the World Cup Qualification Tournament, the best Dutch speed skaters will compete against each other for a coveted starting spot in the ISU World Cups.

The battle for the World Cups

The WCKT is the perfect moment to find out who is already in top form at the start of the new season. Over three days, various distances and events will take place, with a great deal at stake for the skaters right from the outset.

The programme includes:

• The 500, 1,000 and 1,500 metres
• The 3,000 and 5,000 metres for women
• The 5,000 and 10,000 metres for men
• The Mass Start
• The Team Pursuit
• The Sprint Marathon

Cheer from the Sven Kramer bend
With your standing ticket, you will be in the popular Sven Kramer bend. From here, you can watch the skaters race past at high speed and be right in the heart of the famous Thialf atmosphere. Cheer on your favourites and experience the start of the speed skating season up close!

Getting there

Thialf, located in Heerenveen, is easy to reach by car, public transport and, for true Frisians, by bike! Want to avoid traffic jams and parking issues at large-scale events? Then travel to Heerenveen by public transport! For more information about getting there, visit the Schaatsen.nl website.

For more information, visit the Schaatsen.nl website.