Sundance Institute Explores New Locations for Iconic Film Festival

The Sundance Institute has announced six finalist cities in its search for a new host location for its film festival, starting in 2027. After 40 years in Park City, Utah, the festival is exploring new venues to support its growth. Cities under consideration include Atlanta, Cincinnati, Boulder, Louisville, Salt Lake City, and Santa Fe.

The Sundance Institute has revealed six finalist cities in their quest for a new host location for the influential film festival. After four decades in Park City, Utah, they're considering alternatives across the country for festivals starting in 2027 when their current contract expires.

The selected cities—Atlanta, Cincinnati, Boulder, Louisville, Salt Lake City, and Santa Fe—were chosen after a competitive proposal phase that began in May. These finalists will be evaluated on infrastructure, accessibility, venues, and alignment with Sundance's values.

'As we very carefully consider this important decision for our Festival, we believe these six finalists allow us the best opportunity to not only secure a sustainable future for our Festival but also to build upon its legacy while continuing to support the next generation of storytellers and highlight bold new works of art,' said Sundance Institute board chair Ebs Burnough and acting CEO Amanda Kelso. The final decision is expected in early 2025, with site visits to each city in the coming weeks.

(With inputs from agencies.)