Sundance Film Festival | Utah.com Sundance Film Festival Park City Main Street Park City Main Street In 1981, Robert Redford, one on Utah’s resident celebrities, helped to form the Sundance Institute, an organization dedicated to enhancing the artistic quality of films. He has since been instrumental in one of Utah’s major tourist attractions, the Sundance Film Festival. This festival is held every January. It is centered in Park City and has events Salt Lake City, Ogden City, and at Redford’ s Sundance Village. Each year the Festival programming team reviews thousands of independent films from all across the world. These films span nearly every language known to man, broach any and all topics one could imagine, and represent many different genres — from animation to indigenous works to cult films. The mission of the programming team is to find features and documentaries that “ inspire, challenge, delight, startle, move, and thrill” viewers. Each year thousands of fans and artists alike eagerly greet a line-up of revolutionary and thought provoking productions. Many of these films eventually make their way into mainstream society, but their bragging rights stem from their claim of independence from big-budget studios.

The Sundance Film Festival is open to the public, with tickets going on sale in advance; locals can even buy their tickets two days ahead of the rest of the world. Tickets are only $20 per show, but when you see a show at Sundance, you get to sit in on a Q&A session with the director and some of the cast members as well! For those who are not able to obtain any of the highly-prized advance tickets, a Wait List Line is always a likely way for stragglers to be able to participate in at least one film or venue. For those who do not want to wait in lines or venture out into the cold, the committee recently announced the launch of its Sundance Online Film Festival, where patrons can pay a small fee to gain access to many short, animation, and new-form projects on the internet. Aside from the film venues, the Sundance Film Festival boasts several other locations — the Filmmaker Lodge, the Music Café, the Digital Center, and the Sundance House — where people can immerse themselves in festival culture, hobknobb with industry forerunners, and enjoy the benefits of time away in an area that prides itself on being a whole other world.

The Festival also features a Film Music Showcase and a Film Music Roundtable, where composers and directors speak and demonstrate the logistics of creating a film’s soundtrack. The Sundance Film Festival Daily, the official Festival newspaper, provides up-to-date info about events, including last minute changes. Pick up a copy at any venue. Current information is also posted on the Festival website. Organizers encourage attendees to come prepared. The Festival is held in the rugged mountain climate of Utah, where the average daytime temperature in January is between 12° and 33° degrees F. The average snowfall during the month of January in Park City and surrounding areas is approximately 30 inches, and organizers suggest dressing in layers and bringing warm coats, gloves and hats. Visitors should also be prepared for the high altitude that accompanies the beautiful scenery. At 6,800 to 10,000 feet above sea level, one should drink plenty of water and be careful not to overexert. The Sundance Film Festival is an ideal way to acquaint yourself with the world of independent film, whether you are an aspiring writer, actor, director, or simply a fan of good cinema.

1000+ images about Sundance in Park City on Pinterest | Robert redford, Main street and Products Go to the Sundance Film Festival, but if you ski or board, stay ski in ski out right at the lifts of Park City Mountain Resort so you can maximize your runs between films See More Sundance Film Festival | Utah.com Sundance Film Festival SEE LOCATION ON THE MAP Shorts Program QA at the Egyptian The Sundance Film Festival is an annual event in Utah that unites storytellers together with discerning audiences for dramatic and documentary films, shorts, performances, panel discussions, and music events. Since 1985, hundreds of films launched at the Festival have gained critical recognition, received commercial distribution, and reached worldwide audiences eager for fresh perspectives and new voices. Year after year, the Festival pursues new ways to introduce more people to the most original and authentic storytelling. Sundance Film Festival Guide - Local Getaways - TravelChannel.com Sundance Film Festival Guide Park City Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau By Erica Walsh Utah United States North America Local Getaways Arts and Culture The Sundance Film Festival is a 10-day event held every January in Park City, UT, highlighting independent movies from the US and overseas.

While the festival is named for Robert Redford's character in "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid," the renowned actor and former Utah resident did not found the festival. He was, however, the inaugural chairman and served an integral role in building the festival's notoriety and reputation. The festival continued to grow over the next few years, and in 1985, what was once a fledging film festival, partnered with Robert Redford's Sundance Institute and the event began its prosperous and profitable run. Sundance 101 The 10-day festival is broken into 2 parts: the first 5 days and the last 5 days. All films are screened at least once during each period, and ticket packages and festival passes follow this same division. Sundance is normally busiest during the first 5 days, and tickets are a bit harder to score. However, if you want to go to the awards ceremony, you'll definitely want to pick up tickets for the second 5 days of the festival. There are opening ceremonies and parties in addition to the closing galas and award ceremonies. So no matter which 5 days of the festival you choose to attend, you're guaranteed a good party.

Make sure you purchase your party ticket early! While the majority of screenings are held in Park City, the festival's popularity has led to scheduling screenings in nearby Salt Lake City, Ogden and the Sundance Resort. However, transportation to all these venues can be arranged and the majority of films continue to show on Main St. in Park City. The films show in 10 separate genres or categories, which can be helpful to viewers when trying to determine which tickets to buy. The Independent Feature Film Competition is considered the main event at Sundance, and consequently, films that show here are those that tend to get the most media attention. Other categories at Sundance include: American Spectrum, Frontier, World Cinema, Native Form, Park City at Midnight, Premieres, Shorts, From the Sundance Collection, and Special Screenings. Explanations of all these categories, including past winners, can be found here . Attending Sundance While it may seem that a festival backed and attended by so many stars is a red carpet only event, one of the greatest thing about Sundance is that it's open to everyone. Whether you're a studio boss, media agent or super-fan, everyone has a pretty equal chance of attending a screening.

No registration information is required; if you want to see a film, access an official venue or attend a festival event, simply purchase a ticket (individual or package) or a festival pass through the Sundance box office . Another way to experience the Sundance Film Festival is to volunteer. If you can't afford a festival package or pass, volunteer to help out. Bring your warmest clothes though, as the festival always occurs during winter and many of the volunteer positions involve taking tickets, guiding attendees or line maintenance. However, the upside is that you'll witness the inside workings of the festival and attend screenings for free. Sundance Travel and Lodging Park City, UT, is approximately 45 minutes from Salt Lake City, so festival-goers should arrive via Salt Lake City International Airport and hop a shuttle bus to Park City. Among many others, 2 shuttle companies offering this service are Park City Shuttle and All Resort Express . The biggest challenge for festival-goers is lodging. Park City isn't huge, so the best advice we can offer is book in advance. There are several hotels near Main St. and at the bases of the Park City Mountain Resort and The Canyons .

If you're a skier or snowboarder, mountainside condos at both these mountains can be booked with ski-in/ski-out access to the slopes and shuttle service to Main St. Sundown at Sundance After you've had your fill of independent film talent, hit the town for miles of swag and sponsored events. At the Town Lift, a ski lift right in the middle of Park City, you'll find several official Sundance sponsors and events. In past years, parties have included the Stella Artois Cutting Room and TAO Lounge where A-listers started off the night. Other events that have attracted celebrity interest were the Rock Band Lounge, where celebs can shred some serious solos. The Sky Lodge on Main St., a luxurious boutique hotel, hosts a bevy of celebrity-infused parties during the week and is definitely worth checking out. While meandering Main Street, Park City, you'll see a plethora of food and dining opportunities. Cisero's on Main Street serves fantastic Italian, including Park City's best pizza. After dinner, head downstairs for a great bar scene, live music and pool tables. Ask the bartenders about when Air Supply used to rehearse there.

Festival-goers should make reservations at Grappa , found at the peak of the Main St. hill, for a romantic fireside dinner. But for the best brews on the mountain, pull up a stool at the Wasatch Brewery and order their signature Polygamy Porter. The Hot List Park City, Utah - Best of the Road Park City, Utah 2013 Best Small Towns in America Contest ends: September 3, 2013 4 Votes - "Most Fun" Add Photo Description Park City, Utah was founded in 1869, originally as a silver-mining town. It only took a few decades for the town’s population to boom to 10,000 residents in the early 1900s. The Park City Museum offers historic walking tours for those interested in the town’s rich mining history. Park City hosted the 2002 Winter Olympics, where Main Street was the place to be with boundless entertainment. Thousands of locals volunteered to take part in the event. Recreation-wise, Park City has the basics and more covered.

In addition to its several wooded trails, its golf course is consistently ranked as one of the best in the region, while an ice arena and racquet club draws both residents and visitors. Skateboard parks and multi-use recreational parks are also an option. The spot is also known for the Sundance Film Festival, which has been held in Park City for almost 29 years. This festival takes place every January and lasts for 10 days. Summers are popular in Park City, when free outdoor concerts are plentiful. There are also international biking competitions in warmer months, as well as a Park City Marathon. Arts and music festivals are great for family-friendly entertainment. No matter the season, the Park City website assures “you’ll never run out of things to do here.” Reviews Write Review Why is it part of every everyone of my visits home, hmmm, depending upon the time of year I can snowmobile, snowboard, enjoy the greatest snow on earth for skiing - cross country and downhill, snowshoeing, take horse-drawn sleigh rides. In the warmer months there is hiking, mountain biking, play golf, horseback rides, zip lines, hot air ballons, boating, sailing, fishing.

As I've gotten older, I've transitioned into enjoying the arts festivals, outdoor concerts, and great restaurants from hole in the wall type to five star quality . And when the day is done the night life and fireworks will still keep you in town. The best part is that its only 45 minutes from home in Salt Lake City. Reviewed by twzf8 on September 17, 2012 Summers in Park City have the most breathtaking views from hiking trails in the mountains. I've never seen a bluer sky, and the vibrant reds, pinks, and oranges of the flowers on the mountainsides make you realize that, wow, places like this really do exist. Reviewed by amyparkcity on September 17, 2012 Park City is a great place for people of all ages. It has so much to offer for families, outdoor adventures, and people looking to relax. During the winter, Park City offers world class skiing at 3 resorts, and during the summer there are incredible trails for hiking and mountain biking. Main Street offers some of the best restaurants in Utah for dining. During the summer, you can spend all day outdoors including picnicing at the town's free concerts!

Perfect weather (mild temps and 0 humidity) make this mountain town one of the best places to visit in the country. Reviewed by caitbird23 on September 17, 2012 Outstanding town! Great dining , accomodations, and activities all in a laid back casual atmosphere. One of the best ski towns in America. Reviewed by billmalone on September 17, 2012 The four season climate is beautiful. Green in the summer, white in the winter and bursting with color in the fall. Cool temperatures in the summer make it a great place to escape the heat with entertainment every night of the week.

Reviewed by cbethburke The Four Seasons of Park City The Four Seasons of Park City park city, sundance, sundance film festival, things to do in park city, dining in park city, eating in park city, park city travel, park city hotels, historic park city man jogging in wood man jogging in wood 01/13/16 man jogging in wood Your Life The Four Seasons of Park City Park City offers so much more than the Sundance Film Festival—all year long By Jeryl Brunner Posted: 01/13/16 Updated: 01/13/17 Chase Sapphire Preferred® is a presenting sponsor of the 2017 Sundance Film Festival, an independent film exhibition in the United States. Launched in 1981, the Festival showcases new movies, music events, panel discussions and more each January in Park City, Utah. Anyone who knows of Park City, Utah likely associates it with the Sundance Film Festival, the 10-day event celebrating independent filmmaking from around the world. But the city itself has so much more to offer—all year round. Scott House moved from Michigan to Park City because he loved the winters there.

But he soon discovered endless activities stretching beyond that season. "I spend most of the spring, summer and fall on my mountain bike," says House who works with the outdoor retailer jans.com and with White Pine Touring. "I love the diversity of activity available to me. There is always something to do outside, which is really special." Yes, Park City is very much a four-season town. Just look at all there is to enjoy throughout the year. Winter Located in the Wasatch Mountains of Utah, Park City is home to two acclaimed ski resorts, Deer Valley and Park City Mountain Resort—both listed by Ski magazine as top ski resorts in North America. Of course, many people ski, but there are so many other things to do. You can go on a guided snowshoe tour, trekking through the local mountains where you can take in the scenery. Or, you can just rent snowshoes and walk on your own. Up in the mountains, the majestic Lost Prospector trail is within walking distance to downtown Park City. "It's unique because it gives you a bird's eye view of Main Street and the Deer Valley and Park City Resorts," says House.

"But you're up in a woodsy area amid scrub oak and Aspen trees with moose and elk." The Iron Canyon and Round Valley trails are also scenic. Looking to move a little faster? Visit the Utah Olympic Park, which hosted several 2002 Olympic events. Ride the bobsleigh, luge and skeleton tracks or test out the official 2002 Olympic Sliding Track with a bobsled pilot. "Not many winter destinations have an Olympic class bobsled track and ski jumping facility that the public can train on and use," notes House. Outside the Park, you have even more winter sport options. You can go ice-skating at the Park City Ice Arena or watch the Curling Club there work their brooms. If you're an adrenaline junkie, try snow biking—like mountain biking, but on snowy trails. And finally, snow tubing at Gorgoza Park, just outside Park City, "is an ideal snow-play environment and fun for everyone in the family," notes Meisha Lawson Ross, a resident of Historic Park City. Spring The season is different each year. "You never really know what you're going to get," says Lawson Ross.

"Spring skiing is celebrated as we peel off layers and enjoy warmer temperatures and longer days. It's common to enjoy a multi-sport day with skiing in the morning followed by biking or hiking in the afternoon." Spring is a great season for exploring on road bike. While the landscape may be snowy, many of the country roads are clear. "Picture a 55 degree sunny day," says House. "While the snow is melting, you can cruise around and see great views without walking in mud or slush." Another two-wheel option: Mountain bike through a mountain area called Round Valley. "The area is lower in elevation and receives more sun," says Lawson Ross. "Since the snow melts faster, you can bike there earlier in the year." There's fun to be had indoors, too. Head to Jupiter Bowl, Park City's modern bowling alley with a video arcade and full service bar and restaurant. Or, play basketball or volleyball and try the indoor golf simulator at the Basin Recreation Fieldhouse. And if you're up for some indoor rock climbing, there's always The Mine Bouldering Gym. Finally, with temperatures rising, you may just want to stroll along Main Street, which is filled with local galleries, boutiques and restaurants.

"Summer is considered a secret season. People knew us for skiing but Park City is on the map now for summer." Meisha Lawson Ross, Historic Park City Resident Summer Ever heard the saying, I came for the winter but stayed for the summer? "Summer is considered a secret season," explains Lawson Ross. "People knew us for skiing but Park City is on the map now for summer." One reason: With nearly 500 miles of trails, the International Mountain Bicycling Association has given Park City accolades for its top-notch mountain biking, which is accessible from downtown. Even the free city buses allow bikes. "There are bike parks and dirt jumps—every possible aspect of mountain biking is covered here," says House. "You could spend ten hours a day riding five days straight and not overlap." The diverse terrain includes everything from high desert to aspen groves and dense pine forests. It's not uncommon to see fox, moose, wild turkeys and grouse. Hiking trails also access those biking trails. Feeling the need to chill? Free live music outdoor concerts, like the Wednesday night Deer Valley summer concert series, are held nearly every night of the week and perfect for picnicking.

And if you're longing for water, the Jordanelle Reservoir has a sandy beach and offers paddleboard rentals. Or go water skiing or wakeboarding there. "The view of Mount Timpanogos from the water is absolutely breathtaking," says House. "It looks as if it's straight out of Switzerland." Fall "What I really like is that we are a four-season town," says Lawson Ross. Fall is a time for viewing the incredible fall foliage on the Aspen and Cottonwoods trees and their vibrant yellows, oranges, and reds. "Because of the different tree types that change at different times, we typically have foliage for about a month," says Lawson Ross. "And the temperature, especially during the day, is perfect." (A good reason to enjoy dining on the restaurants' outdoor patios.) Leaf-watching aside, there are other amazing sights to see. The Autumn Aloft hot air balloon festival is held in September. Arrive early and see the balloons take flight. For the active types, fall offers another opportunity to take in the views while cycling.

You can ride a mountain bike on the Wasatch Crest Trail, which traverses the crest of the Wasatch Mountain Range and passes the rugged Uinta mountain range, Big Cottonwood and Little Cottonwood Canyons. Finally, you can hike up Iron Canyon and see the sunrise. Or watch the sunset from atop the Wasatch Crest, or from the top of Park City or Deer Valley Resorts. "You don't have to hike the entire Wasatch Crest Trail," House says. "Just go to the top. The beautiful sunset over the mountains just west of the Salt Lake valley with its many colors is such a special time of day." The bottom line: Park City truly is an all-year destination now. "People knew us for skiing and they didn't come for the other seasons, like summer, as much because they pigeonholed Park City as a ski destination," says Lawson Ross. But now Park City is on the map for all seasons. Read more about all that Festival has to offer on chase.com/SapphireOnLocation.

Jeryl Brunner is a journalist and author of "My City, My New York," and "My City, My Los Angeles." She is also a Parade.com columnist and has contributed to O, The Oprah Magazine, Travel + Leisure and In Style. Screen Reader Users: To load more articles, scroll down the page, or click the list of articles. Park City (Utah) – Travel guide at Wikivoyage Understand[ edit ] Main Street in Park City Long before Park City became a world class mountain resort and venue for the 2002 Olympic Winter Games, it was famous as a silver mining town, and boasts a lively and colorful past. Founded by prospectors in the late 1860s, Park City continued to mine silver until the early 1970s. From approximately 1850, when small settlements were forming, until the railroad lines were laid throughout the West in the 1890s, stagecoach travel was the main form of transportation. There was even a stagecoach business in Park City! William Kimball, a Park City resident, started his stagecoach business in 1858 competing with Brigham Young for United States mail contracts.

He was sent to England on a Mormon church mission and when he returned, he started the Park City-Salt Lake City Route. The Kimball Brothers Stage Line operated from 1872 until 1890, when the railroad made its way into the West. Moving quicker as well as transporting more people and mail, the railroad easily put the stagecoach out of business. Between 1880 and 1920 when Park City mines were the most organized, productive and active, they produced more than 20 million tons of ore including lead, zinc, copper, silver, and a small amount of gold. These were the years of Park City's mining renaissance. The mining company, Park City Consolidated Mines, started the ski business in 1963, when they built the first lifts on what was then called Treasure Mountain. The Park City area now has three world class resorts: Park City Mountain Resort , Deer Valley Resort , and the Canyons Resort . In 2002 Park City was a major host site for the Salt Lake City Winter Olympics.

175 city volunteers contributed more than 6000 hours to the Games, or the equivalent of 750 workdays (and this doesn't even count the public safety volunteers). Tourist Information Park City's visitor information centers offer maps, brochures and other information. Park City Museum , 528 Main Street, ☎ +1 435-649-6100 . M-Sa 10AM-7PM, Su Noon-6PM (closed Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.) Located on Historic Main Street in Park City, the Museum recently underwent a $9 Million renovation. Stop by the Museum Store to get tips and guest information from the Visitor Bureau's Visitor Information Specialists. Park City Visitor Info Center , 1885 West Ute Blvd, ☎ +1 435-649-6100 . M-Sa 9AM-5PM, Su 10AM-7PM. Currently located in the lobby of the Richens Building & Summit County Library. A new Visitor's Center, which is located next door, is under construction and will be completed in late 2012.

By car[ edit ] Interstate 80 runs east from Salt Lake City through Parley's Canyon into Park City. Take the Kimball Junction exit (#145) onto SR-224. Park City is also accessible from US-40 to the east from Keetley Junction on SR-248. By bus[ edit ] Utah Transit Authority Bus Route 902 runs from Salt Lake Central via Utah State University to Canyons Transit Hub and Park City. Get around[ edit ] Park City has a year-round free city-wide transit system. The bus routes connects historic Main Street, Kimball Junction, Prospector, Deer Valley, Park City Mountain Resort and The Canyons Resort. Traveling with skis or snowboards on public transit is not a problem. Over 75% of public parking is free of charge in the historic area of Main Street. Most feasible parking is $1.50 an hour with a 3-hour time limit. There is also free parking in alley lots, Chine Bridge Garage Levels 1-3, and the Upper Level Gateway Garage.

See[ edit ] Alf Engen Ski Museum Alf Engen Ski Museum , 3419 Olympic Parkway (The Utah Olympic Park is accessible eastbound and westbound from I-80, about 28 miles east of downtown Salt Lake City.), ☎ +1 435 658-4228 . 9AM to 6PM. The Alf Engen Ski Museum is in the Joe Quinney Winter Sports Center at Utah Olympic Park, four miles north of town. It contains more than 300 trophies, medals, uniforms, scrapbooks, skis, boots, photos, films and other collectables that span some 70 years in the career of the Engen family. The museum's educational component gives school children a skiing-based foundation to study subjects such as the water cycle, physics and Utah's colorful history. FREE. Kimball Art Center , 638 Park Ave, ☎ +1 435-649-8882 . Weekdays 10AM-5PM; Weekends 12PM-5PM. The Kimball Art Center is non-profit center for the arts committed to inspiring experiences through education, exhibitions and events.

The Kimball Arts Festival is the signature annual event hosted in early August each summer. Egyptian Theater during the Sundance Film Festival Park City Mountain Resort The Park City area has three world class resorts: Park City Mountain Resort , Deer Valley Resort , and Canyons Resort . The winter offers great opportunities for skiing, snowboarding, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, ice skating, snowmobiling, sleigh rides, tubing, shopping and dining. Summer activities include hiking, mountain biking, road biking, horseback riding, golfing, shopping and dining. Sundance Film Festival . Started in 1978, the largest American independent film festival is held every year in Park City and surrounding areas. The 2011 version will be taking place from January 20–30 and provides a great opportunity to see films and stars. This festival is widely recognized as the premier showcase for American and international independent film and has grown to include film culture events, panel discussions, youth programs, an online exhibition, and live music for its 45,000 yearly attendees. Kimball Arts Festival .

The three-day festival is set to offer a newly programmed multi-sensory artistic experience for its anticipated 45,000 attendees, including visual-art exhibitions, live musical performances, cuisine-related activities, art-focused film screening, as well as its largest fundraising event, The Park City Kimball Arts Festival Opening Night Gala and Auction. Egyptian Theatre Company , 328 Main St, ☎ +1 435-649-9371 . Park City's Historic Egyptian Theatre was built in 1926 and is home to a professional theatre company that puts on several musicals and a play every year in addition to hosting concerts and the Sundance Film Festival. $10-$40. White Pine Nordic Ski Center , Park Avenue and Thaynes Canyon Drive, ☎ +1 435-649-6249 . 20 kilometers of groomed cross-country ski tracks are maintained by White Pine Touring in the winter for classic and skate skiers. The 3k, 5k and 10k+ loops wind through the base of Park City's scenic Wasatch Mountains. Lessons and rentals are available for all levels and ages of cross-country skiers.

$8-$20. Buy[ edit ] Resort shopping areas such as the Resort Center at Park City Mountain Resort, Silver Lake Village at Deer Valley Resort, and the Resort Village at The Canyons, make it easy to browse between runs. Gallery Mar , 580 Main St, ☎ +1 435-649-3001 . Gallery MAR welcomes both emerging and seasoned collectors and feature fine contemporary art spanning from detailed still life works to abstracted landscapes and whimsical figurative pieces. The gallery seeks out non-commercial artwork and specializes in individualized customer service for private and public collections, as well as designers and decorators. Media include oil and acrylic paintings, mixed media, bronze sculpture, and ceramic. From vast canvases to intimate smaller works. Painting starter sets, art supplies, and fine art books available. Jans , 1600 Park Ave, ☎ +1 435-649-4949 . Jans' flagship store on Park Avenue carries a large selection of alpine and Nordic skis, mountain bikes, road bikes, fly fishing equipment, apparel, footwear and accessories for year-round mountain recreation.

Their expert guides offer local knowledge of Park City's best recreation spots, and their shop technicians are skilled for all types of gear repairs. Terzian Gallery , 309 Main St, ☎ +1 435-649-4927 . Terzian Galleries represents established and emerging artists with a contemporary spin. The gallery is located in the historical Bardsley Building in Old Town Park City, Utah. With over twenty years of experience and eight years of being in business, Terzian Galleries brings solid art knowledge to Park City's art scene. Splurge Over $200 Expect hotel prices to be 2-3 times higher during ski season; shop around for bargains from June through September. During Sundance expect every hotel within thirty miles of town to be booked, so make plan far in advance. If visiting in the summer be aware that ski lodges and condo units will be operating with significantly less staff, meaning that you may be picking up your key from a lockbox rather than the front desk and may not be able to quickly resolve any problems with your room; hotels will not have this problem.

Budget[ edit ] Best Western Landmark Inn , 6560 N Landmark Dr, ☎ +1 435-649-7300 , fax: +1 435-649-1760. Check-in: 3PM, check-out: 11AM. A 100% smoke-free hotel with 106 rooms that is located just off of I-80, several miles from downtown Park City. Amenities include an indoor pool and hot tub, a tiny exercise room (three pieces of equipment), free cookies, expansive lobby with fireplace, complimentary buffet breakfast, HBO, and wireless internet. The Best Western is comparable to the nearby Holiday Inn Express, and while not as nice as the pricier resort hotels it is a good value for the money with a comfy lobby and friendly staff. $50-$150. Chateau Apres Lodge , 1299 Norfolk Ave, ☎ +1 435-649-9372 . Private rooms start at $100 per night, dorm-style beds start at $35 per night..

Holiday Inn Express , 1501 Ute Blvd, ☎ +1 435-658-1600 , fax: +1 435-658-5059. Check-in: 3PM, check-out: 12PM. Like the Best Western and Newpark Hotels, the Holiday Inn Express is located just off of I-80, a few miles from the ski resorts and downtown Park City. It is a smoke-free hotel that offers the expected functionality of most of the hotels in this chain: free breakfast, fitness center, pool, free cookies, clean room, HBO, wireless, and good service. The soundproofing leaves a bit to be desired - if you have moderately noisy neighbors you'll hear their every word - but the staff is responsive to complaints. For those choosing between this hotel and the Best Western, the Holiday Inn has a better fitness area and slightly nicer rooms, while the Best Western offers a better breakfast, high-def TVs, and cosier common areas. $70-$120.

Mid-range[ edit ] Marriott Park City , 1895 Sidewinder Dr, ☎ +1 435-649-2900 . One mile from downtown by complimentary town shuttle. Newpark Resort , 1456 Newpark Blvd, ☎ +1 435-649-3600 , toll-free: +1-877-649-3600 , fax: +1 435-615-7767, e-mail: reservations@newparkresort.com . Eco-friendly rooms feature a fireplace, couch, luxury linens, expansive bath, and flat-screen television. Hotel amenities include an indoor/outdoor pool, workout room, and several common areas with fireplaces. Downtown Park City is several miles away making a vehicle a necessity, and the location is caddy corner to a mall, but it's quiet, extremely clean, and a good option for those looking for an upscale place to spend the night. Rooms from $159/night. Westgate Resort & Spa , 3000 Canyons Resorts Dr.

An all seasons mountain resort with ski-in/ski-out lodging accommodations and a spa. Year-round activities from hiking to fishing. Park City, UT - Park City, Utah Map & Directions - MapQuest {{::location.tagLine.value.text}} Sponsored Topics Park City is a town in Summit and Wasatch counties in the U.S. state of Utah. It is considered to be part of the Wasatch Back. The city is 32 miles (51 km) southeast of downtown Salt Lake City and 19.88 miles (32 km) from Salt Lake City's east edge of Sugar House along Interstate 80. The population was 7,558 at the 2010 census. On average, the tourist population greatly exceeds the number of permanent residents. After a population decline following the shutdown of the area's mining industry, the city rebounded during the 1980s and 1990s through an expansion of its tourism business. The city currently brings in a yearly average of $529,800,000 to the Utah Economy as a tourist hot spot. The city has three major ski resorts: Park City Mountain Resort, Deer Valley Resort, and Canyons Resort.

The Park City and Deer Valley ski resorts were the major locations for ski and snowboarding events at the 2002 Winter Olympics. Although they receive less snow and have a shorter ski season than do their counterparts in Salt Lake County, such as Snowbird resort, they are much easier to access. Additionally the city is the main location of the United States' largest independent film festival, the Sundance Film Festival, home of the United States Ski Team, training centre for members of the Australian Freestyle Ski Team, the largest collection of factory outlet stores in northern Utah, the 2002 Olympic bobsled/skeleton/luge track at the Utah Olympic Park, and golf courses. Some scenes from 1994's Dumb and Dumber were shot in the city. Outdoor-oriented businesses such as backcountry.com, Rossignol USA and Skullcandy have their headquarters in Park City. The city has many upscale luxury retailers, clubs, bars, and restaurants, and has nearby reservoirs, hot springs, forests, and hiking and biking trails. Park City is also the original home of the Mrs. Fields Cookies chain.

Sundance Film Festival 2017 in Park City, UT | Everfest About This Festival Two Festivals in One It’s hard to imagine that this late January film “feast” was once a September event called the Utah/U.S. Film Festival. Ever since director Sidney Pollack suggested in 1981 to Robert Redford that the Hollywood crowd would more likely come to his fledgling festival if it was during mid-ski season, Sundance has become the U.S. film industry’s annual winter mecca. This 10-day festival is really two festivals. The first weekend is glamorous, full of industry parties, sponsor-led celebrity events, and world premieres. Alcohol flows widely (be careful given the altitude) and you may be invited to a late night hot tub party. Unless you’re a big-wig, we don’t necessarily recommend you attend the first weekend as it’s easy to feel like you’re on the other side of the velvet rope. Things relax a bit during the weekdays and then the second weekend is when you can try to catch whatever film has gotten lots of buzz.

And, on the final Sunday, you can try to get last minute tickets to the award-winners of the festival that are announced on Saturday night. Sundance specializes in documentaries and typically has more than 100 films being screened so there’s a wide array of choices that means it’s a great festival for a family or group of friends who have varied tastes. Go solo to see the films you really want to see and then connect with your tribe later to compare notes and make recommendations. A Variety of Venues Virgin Sundance attendees are sometimes surprised by the lack of glamour of where the films are shown. You might be in a gymnasium, a high school auditorium, or a tiny sliver of a theater that had better days half a century ago. When you have to fit 50,000 attendees into a small town for a film festival, you have to be resourceful but that adds to the charm of Sundance. Yes, it’s got a certain sex appeal given its Hollywood credibility, but you might be sitting next to an as-of-yet unknown actor in a gym as you watch an indie film that’s generating a serious buzz. The populist nature of the festival is part of its appeal, especially during the second week.

Part of the soul of Sundance is its history of supporting and creating a competition for independent American filmmakers and, ironically given how industry-focused its become, a place to highlight rebel filmmakers who’ve worked outside the Hollywood system. At the time of its 1978 founding, the only major U.S. film festival featuring American-made films was the USA Film Festival in Dallas. Sundance has become so successful that there’s now a festival in London, a TV channel with its name, and a chain of arty movie theaters dotted in some of the more cosmopolitan spots on the planet. If you feel Sundance has sold out and become too connected to the Hollywood studio system, there are many alternative festivals going on in the Park City area around the same time, from Slamdance to Slumdance and Lapdance to Nodance. Figure out how to fill your dance card accordingly. Sundance has also responded to the rumor that it has "sold out" by creating a “NEXT” programming category with more innovative, cutting-edge filmmakers. It’s often easier to get tickets for those films than the blockbusters that premiere at the festival. More than Movies Park City is a quaint little town with great restaurants, shops, and lots of live music venues.

While there’s a general hyper quality to Sundance attendees as they rush from venue to venue packing as many as four films into a day, it’s worth spending a little extra time in Park City to enjoy the vibe. In fact, some of the most fun you’ll have is meeting some strangers who just left the same film with you and grabbing a drink with them and debating about what you just saw on the big screen. Consider going to a few film panels as well if you’re interested in eavesdropping on interesting conversations of actors or directors. Additionally, if you love skiing or snowboarding, you have three great resorts within close proximity (Park City Mountain Resort, Deer Valley, and Canyons Resort), although Deer Valley is old school and doesn’t allow snowboarders. In sum, the Sundance Film Festival is deservedly one of the most celebrated film festivals in the world and its location makes it perfect for a long weekend visit in the winter. About Park City, Utah - Resorts West Park City Information About Park City, Utah Once a quaint mining town, Park City has become a world-class destination for skiing, mountain biking, live entertainment and film.

Guests from across the world visit Park City to enjoy three major ski resorts, a vast network of biking trails, a unique Olympic Park and the internationally recognized Sundance Film Festival. Park City, Utah is home to two world-class ski resorts: Deer Valley , consistently voted one of the top three resorts by the readers of SKI Magazine and Park City Mountain Resort , now the largest ski resort in North America and home to the additional base access areas of Main Street and Canyons Village . The Sundance Film Festival, now the largest celebration of independent film in the world, began in Park City in 1985. Park City hosts several arts, music and community festivals throughout the summer, including the Kimball Arts Festival , the weekly Park Silly Sunday Market , the Big Stars Bright Nights series and weekly Farmers' Markets. Several World Cup events take place in Park City each season, including alpine racing, ski jumping, bobsleigh, skeleton and luge. The Utah Olympic Park allows visitors to try many winter Olympic events. Park City offers just as much excitement in summer as in winter, with horseback riding, hot air balloon rides, fly fishing and boating.

Several actors, entertainers and professional athletes all consider the area their second home and take full advantage of the accessiblity of this Utah vacation destination. Your Park City Adventure E-mail one of our vacation specialists or call 1-877-214-0102 to learn more about Park City lodging, dining and recreation. Guests who stay with Resorts West can ask their local Private Concierge for advice, suggestions and tips to make the most of their Park City vacation. Park City Lodging Park City luxury lodging options have become as recognizable as its recreation. Deer Valley, voted number-one in lodging by SKI Magazine readers, is home to the widely publicized SKI Dream Home (a 14,000 square-foot mountain chalet built to epitomize the luxury ski experience), an abundance of ski-in/ski-out lodges and an elite inventory of private homes, all professionally managed by Resorts West.

Question: What film festival is held in a Utah ski town?
Answer: Sundance