How to prepare for your trip to the Sundance Film Festival

If you have never been to the Sundance Film Festival, you may not know what to expect. Here are some tips that will keep you in the know.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Warm clothes
• Cash
• Sun Block
• Camera

1. You must book early. Don’t wait till the end of December, as everything will be sold out.
2. If you like a lot of people plan your trip Opening Weekend. If you want to go when it is not as busy go the 2nd half of the Festival. During the 2nd half you can go to the Closing Weekend presentation and have more of a chance to see the films.
3. It is very cold at Park City and temperatures range from 12 degrees to 33 degrees F. A good pair of snow boots is necessary that are broken in as you will need to be able to walk, as there is not much parking. Add gloves and a warm hat. Dress in layers and you will be going in and out of buildings and the temperature will be colder in the mornings and evenings.
4. The altitude at Park City is higher at 6800 to 10000 feet above sea level. The air is thin, so pace your self. It may take you a day or two to get acclimatized. Drinking water helps and drinking it before you get there will give you a head start.
5. Tickets to films are around $15.00 and only $10.00 if you purchase day of show tickets at the Main Box Office or in the Wait List lines. So, plan that expense into your budget.
6. If everything is booked in Park City then get lodging in Salt Lake City. You can avoid the crowds and the motels are cheaper. Plus, many festival films also screen in Salt Lake City. Salt Lake City is a 45-minute drive from Park City, and is closer to the airport. Also, don’t forget lodging in alternate towns in the area like Provo, Sundance Village or Ogden.
7. Other than warm clothes, don’t forget your camera, skis or snowboard, and sun block.

Tips & Warnings

• Dogs are welcome but don’t forget to prepare them for the cold and snow, too.