Louisville has been eliminated from contention to host the Sundance Film Festival in 2027, as the Sundance Institute announced Boulder, Cincinnati, and Park City/Salt Lake City as the three finalists. Louisville was initially shortlisted as one of six potential host cities after an extensive application process that included over 90 applicants. Mayor Craig Greenberg expressed disappointment but remained optimistic about future opportunities for the city to engage with the Sundance Institute and attract major events. In July, Sundance officials visited Louisville to explore key venues and were welcomed by local leaders and filmmakers. Despite not being selected, the city aims to continue building on the momentum gained during the selection process. The festival has been held in Park City, Utah, for the past 40 years and will transition to a new host city in 2027.