2023 Four Continents tickets

[Debbie S]

I'm out. I decided it was too many days to take off in a short period of time, esp since I decided to go to Nats on Tues instead of Wed. 4CC is right after (like the day after) our big trade show that is all-hands on deck. My boss was OK with it, but I still feel bad, plus the show is 2 weeks earlier next year and could have the same situation with Nats (anyone know the dates?), so I would feel doubly bad if I took off 2 years in a row.

And since USFS waited so long to give us any ticket info, airfare home has gone way up and the Doubletree is now blocked on those dates on my credit card rewards site.

So I'll be watching C/B, Ilia, Shoma and M/K (I believe K/F are doing Art on Ice?) from home.

 

[nguyhm]

FYI - if you plan on staying 5 days or more for the competition Fairfield Inn on Geiser st (10 minutes walk from the arena) is having a special "Long term stay" starting at $99/night.

 

[ice coverage]

2023 Four Continents event page has been added to USFS site:

ISU Four Continents Figure Skating Championships 2023 | U.S. Figure Skating

www.usfigureskating.org

Event information should start becoming available there -- sooner ? or later.

 

[azcalder]

FYI - if you plan on staying 5 days or more for the competition Fairfield Inn on Geiser st (10 minutes walk from the arena) is having a special "Long term stay" starting at $99/night.

I think it's a Marriott thing. I'm staying at the Four Point Sheraton at the San Jose Airport and they have a similar deal for five days.

 

[kevinsstelly]

Oh, I love figure skating in Colorado Springs! I often go there and enjoy this competition

 

[RAReinecke]

Thank you all! I just booked the La Quinta In case anyone is looking for a walking partner. There is a count down going for ticket sales: noon tomorrow eastern time And I hope they are not too pricey. Hoping the weather holds too….is that too much to ask?

Anyone have thoughts about the camera policy? The last time I was at this event, at this venue, Emily Hughes was competing and I got my 70-200 lens in until the last day. I have smaller options, but camera policies have gotten stricter. If it’s not worth carrying it, I’d prefer to leave it at home.

 

[Debbie S]

Anyone who needs a presale code, it's 4CC2023.

 

[YukiNieve]

Which side is the judge side?

 

[TanithandBenFan]

The presale started for FOFS members and the ticket prices are $358 for first two rows, $258 for other lower bowl seats, and $158 for second level.

 

[Debbie S]

Which side is the judge side?

Probably the side that is grayed out and not for purchase, unless that's going on sale on Thurs.

Looks like the first 2 rows in the center sections are $358, rest of rows $258, and $158 on the sides and 2nd level.

Prices aren't bad, but at this point, I'll be watching from home.

 

[kates8]

What are people's thoughts on whether or not this event will sell out? I don't want to buy tickets until I'm sure we can come which may be a month or so from now.

 

[Rhumba d’Amour]

What are people's thoughts on whether or not this event will sell out? I don't want to buy tickets until I'm sure we can come which may be a month or so from now.

It’s reportedly a big arena, lots of seats, but remember that Japan and Korea will most likely be sending their top stars. if you are not fussy about where you sit, I am sure you will be fine.

 

[YukiNieve]

Probably the side that is grayed out and not for purchase, unless that's going on sale on Thurs.

Thanks. I did not notice the note on the map.
So seats on the judge side will not be on sale?

 

[Debbie S]

Thanks. I did not notice the note on the map.
So seats on the judge side will not be on sale?

The side on sale could be the judges side...I was just randomly speculating. it looks like there are a couple rows ahead of the seats on sale, could be the judge platform?

It does seem odd to only sell on one side so the other side may be going on sale on Thurs.

ETA: @YukiNieve The seat map has been updated. The grayed-out side is the judges side and the skaters entrance is to the right of the seats currently for sale.

 

[Cayuse]

Thanks. I did not notice the note on the map.
So seats on the judge side will not be on sale?

Most likely the seats (grayed out) are reserved for coaches, officials and other VIPS in the very center section above the camera block out. The seats to the left and right of center are probably already sold to tour groups from the US, Canada and Japan. Just my guess, but judging from past experience attending these kinds of events.

 

[Debbie S]

Most likely the seats (grayed out) are reserved for coaches, officials and other VIPS in the very center section above the camera block out. The seats to the left and right of center are probably already sold to tour groups from the US, Canada and Japan. Just my guess, but judging from past experience attending these kinds of events.

Possibly. I was thinking that since they put tix on sale so late and may not be expecting a lot of people to attend, they want all the spectators on the other side to look good for TV (since that's the side that gets shown).

 

[Cayuse]

Possibly. I was thinking that since they put tix on sale so late and may not be expecting a lot of people to attend, they want all the spectators on the other side to look good for TV (since that's the side that gets shown).

That could also be true! Last time I went to a competition in Colorado Springs, so many athletes were not used to the elevation and were extremely tired by the end of their programs. Anything can happen.

 

[nguyhm]

If anyone is interested in purchasing an all session ticket in section 106 row C at $258 please pm me. I'm trying to get mine but it only allows to buy 2 tickets (in pair).

 

[Ena Grins]

I got lucky, I didn't have a problem buying just 1 ticket - but I chose one of the side sections because, well, I haven't sat there before during a competition and wanted to try something new.

 

[tutuchat]

USFS has yet to announce when tickets will go on sale (ETA that an event page has yet to be created on USFS' website).

Link to the 4CC Announcement with the preliminary schedule (Tuesday, February 7 to Sunday, February 12, 2023) at the end: https://www.isu.org/docman-document...nships-colorado-springs-usa-announcement/file

 

[livetoskate]

I bought my individual events tickets last night and there are still lots of tickets available! The prices were cheaper than expected. With tax, my tickets turned out to be less than $36 each. For some events, the closest seats in the middle 2 sections are sold out but there are still plenty of great seats left. I'm really looking forward to watching a live skating competition again!

 

[Sylvia]

JPN:
Koshiro Shimada [S2], Shun Sato [S4/GPF4], Kao Miura [S6/GPF5]
Rinka Watanabe [S12/GPF4], Hana Yoshida [S6/JGPF6], Mone Chiba [S5/J2]
Riku Miura/Ryuichi Kihara [GPF1]
Kana Muramoto/Daisuke Takahashi [S1], Misato Komatsubara/Tim Koleto [S2]

KOR (based on the top 3 in the ranking competition in early December):
Junhwan Cha, Sihyeong Lee, Jaeseok Kyeong
Haein Lee, Yelim Kim, Chaeyeon Kim

AUS:
Darian Kaptich
Victoria Alcantara, Vlada Vasiliev
Anastasia Golubeva/Hektor Giotopoulos Moore
Holly Harris/Jason Chan, India Nette/Eron Westwood

NZL:
Douglas Gerber (posted on his Instagram on 12/15 that he will be at 4CC); Jocelyn Hong (based in NJ) and Charlotte Lafond-Fournier/Richard Kang In Kam (based in Montreal) have the minimums.

 

[Moto Guzzi]

"Onsale: Fri Dec 16, 2022 - 10:00 AM," per AXS website.

https://www.axs.com/events/458549/isu-four-continents-figure-skating-championships-2023-tickets

Time zone not specified.

I get a "Are you a real fan?" screen when I try to buy tickets. I use Firefox as my browser and live chat is not compatible so I'm unable to get a response. Are the tickets sold only through the AXS app downloaded on one's phone?

 

[Sylvia]

Entries were published today (minus Team USA since Nationals are next week) and I've copied them out here for those who are still considering buying tickets: https://www.fsuniverse.net/forum/th...s-potential-real-entries.110224/#post-6368188

Event info for attendees: https://www.usfigureskating.org/event/isu-four-continents-figure-skating-championships-2023

 

[clairecloutier]

Dance is looking like the premiere event here, although it's a shame Hawayek/Baker won't be competing.

As to the singles disciplines .... I hope Korea reaps rewards for sending its A-team.

 

[Lanie]

I put this in the wrong thread. D'oh.

I'm sad Haw/Bak won't be there

 

[flyingsit]

I haven't bought a ticket yet, and I think I'm going to cancel my hotel reservation. It's in driving distance but I am really apathetic about skating at the moment.

 

[MacMadame]

Oh, keep your hotel reservation. It doesn't cost anything and gives you the opportunity to change your mind!