Sundance 2027 at a glance
Dates
January 21–31, 2027
World premieres
January 21–26
Online programme
January 28–31 in the US
Location
Boulder and the CU Boulder campus
Official sources: Sundance Film Festival, 2027 visitor update.
What changes with the Boulder move
Official theatres include Boulder Theater, Dairy Arts Center, Chautauqua Auditorium, CU Boulder venues and other spaces within roughly a two-mile area.
The festival confirms premieres, artist conversations and special events. A dedicated 2027 New Frontier VR/XR section has not been officially confirmed, so do not plan a trip around it yet.
Passes, packages and single tickets
Sales happen in stages: passes and packages first, then single-film tickets. Check geographic restrictions for online screenings and film-selection deadlines.
Avoid informal social-media sellers. Leave time after premieres because introductions and Q&As can extend the real session length.
Getting there and moving between venues
Denver International Airport is the main gateway. Buses and shuttles connect to Boulder, but winter conditions may lengthen the journey.
Many venues are close, yet snowy walks can be slow. Use the official festival map and avoid consecutive screenings at opposite edges of the cluster.
Where to stay in Boulder
Downtown and Pearl Street suit restaurants and central venues. University Hill and the campus area reduce travel to university theatres.
Boulder is small and festival demand is high. Reserve cancellable lodging early and verify late-night transport if staying outside the centre.
Compare Boulder hotels near festival venues before choosing a non-refundable rate.
Choose the right festival window
January 21–26
World premieres, industry attention and the strongest ticket pressure.
January 27–31
Repeat screenings and a calmer pace informed by early reviews.
January 28–31
At-home programme for eligible US audiences; confirm conditions before purchase.
Sundance and winter Boulder
Alternate two or three screenings with Pearl Street or campus time. Four films back-to-back works only until the first delay.
Place any mountain outing on a separate day with winter-road awareness, never before a non-refundable premiere.
What to pack and check
- Warm layers and grippy footwear matter more than formal festival clothes.
- Save QR tickets, addresses and backup screenings offline.
- Boulder sits at altitude: hydrate and keep the first day manageable.
Before travelling, compare flights to Denver, eSIM and travel insurance.
Build a Boulder itineraryFAQ
When is Sundance 2027?
The festival runs January 21–31, 2027, in Boulder.
Is this the first Colorado edition?
Yes. Boulder becomes the festival’s new home beginning in 2027.
When are world premieres?
The confirmed premiere window is January 21–26.
Will New Frontier return?
A dedicated New Frontier programme for 2027 was not officially confirmed when this guide was checked.