Sundance Boulder
2027
Films. Tickets. Venues. Hotels. Food. Transportation. Everything you need for Sundance’s first year in Boulder.
Plan your Sundance
Start with the decision blocking your trip. Compare lodging, tickets, venues, transportation and first-timer essentials using verified 2027 information.
Where should you stay?
Compare hotels by venue access, cost and car-free options.
Compare Stay Areas →Venues
11 screening theaters across downtown Boulder and CU.
Explore guide →Live03AccessTickets
Prices, passes and sale dates are confirmed. See what to buy.
Explore guide →Jan 21–3104TimelineDates & Timeline
Key dates from lineup announcement to closing night.
Explore guide →Planning05LogisticsGetting Around
Airport buses, local transit, and a park-once strategy.
Explore guide →January06Plan aheadWeather
January temperatures and what to pack.
Explore guide →Start here07New here?First-Timer Guide
How Boulder differs from Park City, and mistakes to avoid.
Explore guide →Open now08Get involvedVolunteer
How to apply for a 2027 volunteer shift.
Explore guide →Festival Pulse
Sources: Sundance Institute, City of Boulder. Last verified September 14, 2026.
Explore Sundance Boulder
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Click a pin to see details. This is a schematic zone map, not a GPS accurate map. Always confirm addresses before you travel.
Positions are grouped by zone (Downtown vs CU Boulder), not exact coordinates.
Reference map
A real Google Map of the downtown Boulder and CU Boulder area, for orientation only. Use the schematic map above to browse venues, hotels, food, parking, and transport by category.
Map data © Google. Always confirm exact addresses and routes before you travel.
How a Sundance Day May Work
A realistic day structure, not a confirmed schedule. Exact film times and venue assignments are set by Sundance closer to the festival.
Find your best Sundance base
Booking-site convenience with editorial judgment behind it.
Scores are editorial estimates from 1 to 10, not guest review averages. Walkability/Venue Access: 10 = under 10 minutes on foot to the nearest venue cluster, 5 = 20–30 minutes or a short transit ride, 1 = 45+ minutes or car-dependent. Dining/Value/Budget: scored against Boulder-area average nightly rates and walkable dining options at time of last review. Commute: scored against drive time to the nearest venue cluster in typical January conditions.
🍸 Festival Atmosphere
Best for restaurants, socializing, and late nights.
Explore Area →💰 Save Money
Best for visitors prioritizing accommodation cost.
Compare Areas →🚗 Road Warrior
Best for visitors who want a car anyway and are comfortable with a January commute.
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