How to Fest
Attending Events
Check back soon for information on live Q&As, Beyond Film events, and voting!
When to Arrive
All ticketholders and eligible passholders must be in the appropriate line at least 15 minutes before a film’s screening start time. All Festival tickets are now digital; we will not be issuing physical tickets for in-person screenings.
Ratings
The majority of projects in our Festival program have not been rated. We curate bold and creative films that can be provocative and are not suitable for all audiences. Please read the film description in our Festival Program Guide prior to reserving a film to ensure the film is appropriate for all viewers in your group.
Notes on Sharing
Please read our Anti-Piracy Statement for information about attending in-person screenings and events.
Lodging
From travel to lodging to exploring the wonders of gorgeous Utah, plan ahead to get the best deals and make the most of your trip.
Enjoy Special Perks When You Book Through Us
Book lodging through our partner to receive the best rates as well as one of the following perks:
- Two free film tickets
- Lyft credits
- Airport transportation
Discounted Flights to Sundance Film Festival With United Airlines
United Airlines, the Official Airline of the 2024 Sundance Film Festival, is offering all in-person Festival attendees an exclusive discount for flights into Salt Lake City.
Click here to book your flight soon and lock in great prices.
Terms below:
- Offer is valid for travel dates January 16–30, 2024.
- Discounted fares on International and Domestic United flights traveling to SLC International Airport (round trip or one way to SLC).
Festival Map & Shuttle
Updates on both coming soon.
Find your way around the Sundance Film Festival with our digital map and easy-access free shuttle services (updates on both coming soon).
Festival Map
More information coming soon.
Plan ahead and estimate your travel time using the Festival map, which includes details on theaters, venues, parking, bus and shuttle routes, and more. Please note that printed maps will not be available this year.
Shuttle Services
More information coming soon.
Parking is unavailable at Park City theaters and venues, so we recommend you use the free Festival shuttles. Shuttles stop at every Festival theater and venue in town.
Accessibility
All Sundance shuttles are ADA accessible (see our Accessibility resources for more information). If you need assistance, volunteers are always waiting at all main shuttle stops. For questions about paratransit services, please email accessibility@sundance.org.
Sign Up for Text Alerts
More information coming soon.
To stay up to date on Park City conditions, text FILMFEST to 888777 for alerts about traffic incidents, road closures, weather conditions, and other emergencies (standard text-messaging rates apply).
Festival Information Booths
Our volunteers are ready to assist you at Festival theaters, venues, main shuttle stops, and the following designated information booth location:
Festival Headquarters
Address: 1895 Sidewinder Dr., Park City
Lost & Found
If you lose an item, first check the place where you think you left it. If you cannot find it, file a claim (we will provide instructions on how to do so closer to the Festival). Any unclaimed items will be donated to charity after the Festival. For items lost at non-Festival locations, contact the venue directly.
Theaters, Rules, & Regulations
At Sundance Institute, we believe in the magic of the cinematic experience. Nothing can match the feeling of discovering a new filmmaker or movie alongside other independent-film lovers. To honor our filmmakers’ craftsmanship, all of our theaters are outfitted with Dolby Digital Sound and projected with Barco D-Cinema projectors.
Theater Rules & Regulations
All Festival patrons must adhere to the following rules, which will be posted at each theater or venue:
- Ticketholders and eligible passholders must be in the appropriate line at least 15 minutes before a film’s published start time to give you the best chance of admission.
- The use of cameras, cell phones, or other recording equipment during screenings is strictly prohibited.
- By entering the theater, each patron consents to be photographed/filmed and grants Sundance Institute and its successors and partners — including credentialed members of the press, carrier stations, network station(s), sponsor(s), advertising agents, and their affiliated entities — the right to record and use their likeness, voice, and name worldwide in perpetuity for any purpose whatsoever. In addition, each patron releases the above parties from any and all liability for loss or damage to person or property while they are at or around the theater.
- All cell phones and electronic devices must be turned off prior to the start of the film.
- No babies in arms or strollers are permitted in theaters.
- Pets (except for service animals) are prohibited.
- Attendees must take all personal belongings and litter with them upon exit. Any items left behind may be disposed of.
- The Sundance Film Festival reserves the right to search the personal belongings of any patron inside or around the theater and/or venue premises.
- All attendees agree to comply with all published and stated rules and regulations.
Theater-Specific Access
In-person attendees who require accessibility-related accommodations, such as a wheelchair space or an assistive listening device, should speak with a Festival staff member as soon as they arrive. Please see Accessibility Resources for more information.
Lost & Found
If you lose an item, first check the place where you think you left it. If you cannot find it, please file a claim (include what, when, where, and your contact) as soon as possible. Any unclaimed items will be donated to charity after the Festival. For items lost at non-Festival locations, contact the venue directly.
2024 Festival Apps
There will be a new mobile app for this year’s 2024 Festival. It’s free and available in the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. More information coming soon.
Important: Festival apps from previous years (2023 and earlier) will not work for the 2024 Festival.
How to Join a Waitlist
Please stay tuned for details on waitlists for in-person screenings.
Festival Health & Wellness Tips
The health of Sundance Institute’s artists, audiences, staff, and volunteers remains of the utmost importance to the Institute. If you feel sick, we ask that you stay home. While masks are not required, you are welcome to wear them. Masks will not be provided to all attendees but will be available upon request.
Health Tips
We recommend being especially diligent about taking care of your own health and wellness. Here are some health tips for taking care of yourself before and during the Festival:
- Get your annual flu shot and COVID-19 booster prior to the Festival.
- Cover your mouth when sneezing or coughing.
- Sanitize or wash your hands frequently for at least 20 seconds with soap and warm water (hand-sanitizing stations will be placed at all venues).
- Keep an eye on how you’re feeling — even if you think you have just a little cold, please stay back from in-person events until you feel healthy again.
- Test yourself for COVID-19 if you feel unwell.
- Avoid shaking hands and making unnecessary physical contact with others when possible.
Wellness Tips
Here are some wellness tips to help you feel your best leading up to and during the Festival:
- Staying hydrated is critical to your health when in a location with an increased altitude like Park City. Plan to drink an extra 1 to 1.5 liters of water daily. Carry a water bottle and fill it up at our water stations at theaters and venues.
- Continue your mental and physical routines while at the Festival. Take time to rest, stretch, meditate, and recharge to stay feeling your best.
- Fuel your body with healthy food, keeping high-protein snacks on hand and avoid skipping meals.
- Sleep is crucial in keeping your immune system at its best. Make sure you are prioritizing quality sleep during the Festival to avoid burnout.
Community Support & Resources
As we continue to innovate toward a more equitable and accessible future, we recognize that a collective commitment is foundational to the success of our Festival. With that, we ask that everyone do their part in creating an environment that is welcoming, safe, and inspiring by reviewing and committing to abide by our Community Agreement. Please reach out to conduct@sundance.org or use this link to report a Community Agreement violation.
In support of our community and commitment to belonging, we have provided some essential mental health, wellness, crisis, and intervention resources below.
Crisis Intervention and Support
For crisis intervention or support, we suggest reaching out to University of Utah Health, our Official Health & Wellness Sponsor, and Huntsman Mental Health Institute at Community Crisis Intervention & Support Services.
The Utah Crisis Line offers free, confidential support 24 hours a day for suicidal crisis or emotional distress. You can also use SafeUT to chat with a licensed counselor at Huntsman Mental Health Institute. Please select “Sundance” as your school.
A Safe Place to Get Advice
We are committed to providing an experience where everyone feels respected and has a sense of belonging.
tEQuitable is an independent third party that provides a confidential, neutral, and impartial resource available to everyone. There are no minimum requirements to make an appointment to speak to a tEQuitable Ombuds. If what you experienced felt inappropriate or made you feel uncomfortable, or if you have questions about our Safety and Belonging efforts here at the Festival, please reach out at tEQuitable Ombuds.
Hotlines
Below are additional resources that are immediately and/or consistently accessible for free or of little charge:
- National Domestic Violence Hotline 24/7
- (800) 799-7233
- (800) 787-3224 (TTY)
- LGBT National Hotline
- (888) 843-4564
- The Trans Lifeline “Dedicated to the Wellbeing of Transgender People”
- (877) 565-8860 (US)
- Mental Health Crisis Hotline
- (800) 273-TALK
- National Suicide Prevention Hotline
- (800) 273-8255
- National Safe Place (Youth Resources)
- (888) 290-7233
- SAMHSA’s National Helpline (Substance Abuse)
- (800) 662-HELP (4357)
Other Meditation, Mindfulness, & Support Services
- Insight Timer
- An app and online community with 60,000 guided meditations, music, and talks (Teachers of Color is a favorite feature).
- Sad Girl’s Club
- A community committed to bringing girls who are battling mental illnesses together.
- Resources for Anti-Racism Work
- Compiled by Sundance Institute staff, these anti-racism resources include organizations that accept donations of time or money, mental health resources for BIPOC, reading lists for self-education, and resources for becoming a stronger ally.
