And it'll be the last time we see any Sundance world premieres in Utah, as the festival moves to Colorado in 2027. Hearts will be heavy at the 2026 Sundance Film Festival for at least three reasons: There’s the death of leader Robert Redford , the very recent passing of beloved communications chief Tammie Rosen , and the fact that this January will mark the festival’s last in Utah. It’s moving to Boulder, Colorado , for the January 2027 edition and for the forseeable future. Those sea changes