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Cincinnati named as one of 3 finalists to host Sundance Film Festival

www.citybeat.com Cincinnati Finalist to Host Future Sundance Film Festivals

Cincinnati has been named one of three finalists to host the Sundance Film Festival beginning in 2027. The decision follows a thorough evaluation by the Sundance Institute, which highlighted Cincinnati’s arts dedication and community spirit. The final host city will be announced in 2025.

Cincinnati Finalist to Host Future Sundance Film Festivals

On Thursday, the nonprofit Sundance Institute announced the final phase of its Request for Proposal (RFP) process to host the Sundance Film Festival starting in 2027. Cincinnati, as well as Salt Lake City/Park City, Utah, and Boulder, Colorado, were chosen to move forward in this process. The winner will be announced sometime in early 2025, after the 2025 Sundance Film Festival has concluded.

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