Sundance Film Festival 2026 Bids Farewell to Park City

The annual independent film event honored its founder and 40-year home before moving to a new location.

Feb. 4, 2026 at 2:23pm

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The 2026 Sundance Film Festival, which took place Jan. 22-Feb. 1 in Park City and Salt Lake City, served as a tribute to Robert Redford and his vision. The festival will move to Boulder, Colorado, starting with the 2027 edition. The Park City Legacy program celebrated the festival's history and shared experiences in Utah through archival screenings, artist talks, and a special community event. Many big-name brands, such as Chase and Canon, returned to host events for the last time on Main Street.

Why it matters

The Sundance Film Festival has been a cornerstone of independent filmmaking and the cultural landscape of Park City for 40 years. The festival's move to a new location marks the end of an era and the beginning of a new chapter, as the event honors its past while looking to the future.

The details

The 2026 Sundance Film Festival featured a variety of events and activations from major brands, including Chase Sapphire Reserve, Canon, Acura, Hyatt, and more. These experiences celebrated the festival's history and legacy, while also providing unique opportunities for filmmakers, artists, and industry professionals to connect. The festival also paid tribute to its founder, Robert Redford, who passed away in 2025 at the age of 89.

  • The 2026 Sundance Film Festival took place from January 22 to February 1, 2026.
  • The festival will move to Boulder, Colorado, starting with the 2027 edition.

The players

Robert Redford

The founder of the Sundance Film Festival, who passed away in 2025 at the age of 89.

Sundance Film Festival

An annual film festival that celebrates independent filmmaking and has been held in Park City, Utah, for the past 40 years.

Chase Sapphire Reserve

A credit card brand that returned to host a variety of events and activations at the 2026 Sundance Film Festival.

Canon

A camera and imaging company that hosted the Canon Creative Studio at the Park City Museum during the festival.

Acura

An automotive brand that returned with the Acura House of Energy activation on Swede Alley in Park City.

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What they’re saying

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

What’s next

The Sundance Film Festival will move to its new home in Boulder, Colorado, starting with the 2027 edition.

The takeaway

The 2026 Sundance Film Festival marked the end of an era for the iconic event, as it bid farewell to its longtime home in Park City and celebrated its rich history and legacy. The festival's move to Boulder, Colorado, signals a new chapter for independent filmmaking and the cultural landscape of the American West.