SAN FRANCISCO — The Sundance Institute is considering moving locations after its current partnership with Park City, Utah expires in 2026. The city of San Francisco will be applying to be the new host.
Filmgoer and publicist Karen Larsen says she’s not sure that’s a good idea.
“I think San Francisco has too many festivals already,” Larsen said. “There’s a festival for everything here, including dogs.”
The Sundance Institute opened a “request for information” this month, asking cities to submit proposals explaining why they should host the festival beginning in 2027.
San Francisco is expected to be one of many cities applying for the role but Larsen believes that Park City is part of the allure of the festival.
“I thought it’s odd because Sundance was started in Utah. That was the whole point of it. It was a destination festival like Telluride so it was kinda surprising news,” Larsen said.
She understands why they may consider other options. She used to attend Sundance but hasn’t gone in recent years.