Time: 2024-07-20
The prestigious Sundance Film festival is considering a move from its current location in Park City , Utah as the contract with the city is set to expire in the coming years . The nonprofit Sundance Institute has shortlisted six potential host cities for the festival beyond 2027 , with Louisville , Kentucky being one of the contenders . Other cities in the running include Atlanta , Georgia , Boulder , Colorado , Cincinnati , Ohio , Park City / Salt Lake City , Utah , and Santa Fe , New Mexico . The Institute emphasized the importance of maintaining the diverse Sundance community and culture of independent creativity in selecting the future host city.
The director of the Sundance Film Festival , Eugene Hernandez , expressed excitement about the possibility of exploring new locations for the festival . Each finalist city is being evaluated based on its infrastructure , ethos , equity values , and event capabilities to ensure it can support the vibrant Sundance community . Hernandez highlighted the importance of finding the right fit for the festival 's future , considering the needs of both the industry and the artists . The Institute is welcoming pitches and ideas from communities across the country , including those in Salt Lake City and Park City , where the festival is currently held.
Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg expressed pride in being a finalist city for the Sundance Film Festival , citing the city 's rich history of hosting world - class events and its commitment to sustainability . The Mayor emphasized Louisville 's readiness to host the festival , positioning it as an ideal stage for the future of the event . The Sundance Institute is expected to make a final decision on the festival 's relocation by the end of the year or early 2025.
The potential move of the Sundance Film Festival marks a significant transition for the renowned event , which has been held in Utah for over 40 years . As the festival looks towards the future , it aims to secure a sustainable legacy while continuing to support emerging storytellers and showcase innovative works of art . The decision on the festival 's new home will play a crucial role in shaping the next chapter of the Sundance Film Festival.