Events for Film

Sundance Film Festival: Local Lens Screenings

Sundance Institute's annual free summer screening series returns July 17–19 for 12 free screenings of favorites and award winners from the 2025 Sundance Film Festival before they are released. Don’t miss these exciting three days in Utah, including an event for local artists, events, film intros and Q&As with artists in attendance, and more. RSVP at sundance.org/local-lens



12th Annual Utah Dance Film Festival

The 12th annual Utah Dance Film Festival will screen 26 films from 9 countries, including 6 films made in Utah. All the films feature dance as a storytelling medium, and film styles include documentaries, narrative works and experimental pieces. Many types of dance are represented, including ballroom, break dancing, ballet, folk dance and contemporary. Audience members who have an interest in filmmaking or choreography will enjoy these singularly unique works from across the globe. The festival also offers a Tahitian dance workshop, and a free awards showcase. Short filmmaker Q and A sessions will follow each screening. Most films will also screen online for free the weekend of the event. Tickets and event schedules on our website, utdancefilmfest.com SATURDAY, AUGUST 16 11:00 AM - Free Tahitian Dance Workshop 7:30 PM - Screening 1, Filmmaker Talk SUNDAY, AUGUST 17 3:00 PM - Screening 2, Filmmaker Talk 6:00 PM - Screening 3, Filmmaker Talk 7:30 PM - Free Award Showcase



12th Annual Utah Dance Film Festival

The 12th annual Utah Dance Film Festival will screen 26 films from 9 countries, including 6 films made in Utah. All the films feature dance as a storytelling medium, and film styles include documentaries, narrative works and experimental pieces. Many types of dance are represented, including ballroom, break dancing, ballet, folk dance and contemporary. Audience members who have an interest in filmmaking or choreography will enjoy these singularly unique works from across the globe. The festival also offers a Tahitian dance workshop, and a free awards showcase. Short filmmaker Q and A sessions will follow each screening. Most films will also screen online for free the weekend of the event. Tickets and event schedules on our website, utdancefilmfest.com SATURDAY, AUGUST 16 11:00 AM - Free Tahitian Dance Workshop 7:30 PM - Screening 1, Filmmaker Talk SUNDAY, AUGUST 17 3:00 PM - Screening 2, Filmmaker Talk 6:00 PM - Screening 3, Filmmaker Talk 7:30 PM - Free Award Showcase



12th Annual Utah Dance Film Festival

The 12th annual Utah Dance Film Festival will screen 26 films from 9 countries, including 6 films made in Utah. All the films feature dance as a storytelling medium, and film styles include documentaries, narrative works and experimental pieces. Many types of dance are represented, including ballroom, break dancing, ballet, folk dance and contemporary. Audience members who have an interest in filmmaking or choreography will enjoy these singularly unique works from across the globe. The festival also offers a Tahitian dance workshop, and a free awards showcase. Short filmmaker Q and A sessions will follow each screening. Most films will also screen online for free the weekend of the event. Tickets and event schedules on our website, utdancefilmfest.com SATURDAY, AUGUST 16 11:00 AM - Free Tahitian Dance Workshop 7:30 PM - Screening 1, Filmmaker Talk SUNDAY, AUGUST 17 3:00 PM - Screening 2, Filmmaker Talk 6:00 PM - Screening 3, Filmmaker Talk 7:30 PM - Free Award Showcase



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2025 FilmQuest Film Festival



2025 FilmQuest Film Festival



Utah Queer Film Festival

Utah Queer Film Festival (formerly known as Damn These Heels) returns on October 24-26, 2025 at the Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center in Salt Lake City! Get ready for a weekend packed with bold, beautiful stories of queer joy, connection, and celebration back to the big screen—with the very best in local, national, and international LGBTQIA+ cinema. This year’s events also feature workshops, panel discussions, parties, special performances, and more!

https://utahqueerfilmfestival.org/



2025 FilmQuest Film Festival



2025 FilmQuest Film Festival