Utah Community Programming
Utah Community
Program

As a mission-driven nonprofit arts organization that’s rooted in Utah, the Sundance Institute hosts local events and programs year-round that aim to:
- Connect local audiences to the Sundance Film Festival
- Introduce local audiences to independent film and immersive media.
- Explore social issues and stories from around the globe.
- Unite audiences and cultures through the power of storytelling.
- Share the filmmaker’s journey with audiences and emerging filmmakers, including students.
October 1, 2023: Community Team Update
We are in planning mode for the 2024 Sundance Film Festival. If you are a Utah teacher for 9-12 grade students, please see the information below re: our Festival student program.
For more arts events happening in Salt Lake and Summit County for both filmmakers and film lovers check out the community events section.
We look forward to seeing you!
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Connect With Us Year-Round
We have activities year-round for Utah Locals, including special events at the Sundance Film Festival. From our free Local Lens screening program to events for local filmmakers, make sure to explore our featured events.
Sundance Film Festival: Local Lens
July 26–29 featuring favorites from the 2023 Sundance Film Festival.
Sundance Film Festival
Gain access to the Festival through free screenings, special events, and discounts on ticket passes and packages.
Festival Screenings for Students
Inspiring the Next Generation of Storytellers within grades 9–12.
Here’s what some #sundancelocals have to say about past events.
Sundance Events for Local Filmmakers
Sundance Events for Local Filmmakers
Filmmaking Deepdive: Pitching your Project
In-person, Salt Lake City, Fri. July 28, 11a.m.-1p.m
Explore Deadlines for Labs, Fellowships, Grants, Programs
Online Learning
Experiences for creators: registration and applications @ Sundance Collab
Online Learning
Experiences for creators: registration and applications @ Sundance Collab
Local Happenings
Check out some events led by our partners and film allies in Salt Lake and Summit County.
You can find more events at Nowplayingutah.com

Independent Film
Davey Foundation: Grants
Park City Film Series, Park City
Salt Lake Film Society Film Screenings, Salt Lake
Utah Documentary Association: Local resources
Utah Film Center Screenings and Events, Salt Lake
Utah Film Commission: Local resources
Utah Film Festival: Film classes and other activities for local filmmakers