Sundance isn’t just about the films, it’s also where a lot of the conversations around them happen.

The Sundance Institute has announced the Beyond Film lineup for the 2026 Sundance Film Festival, featuring talks and events with Olivia Wilde, Richard Linklater, Ava DuVernay, Billie Jean King, Salman Rushdie, John Turturro, Nicole Holofcener, Elijah Wood, Ta-Nehisi Coates, James Wan, and more.

The Beyond Film program runs January 23–30, alongside the Festival, which takes place January 22–February 1, 2026, in Park City and Salt Lake City, with select events available online.

New this year is Sundance Institute’s Story Forum: Exploring Art and Innovation, a one-day event on January 26 focused on how storytelling is evolving across creative and technological spaces.

The free public program includes filmmaker conversations, artist talks, and live events like Cinema Café and The Big Conversation, with participants ranging from filmmakers and writers to cultural figures across disciplines.

The 2026 Festival will also spotlight Robert Redford’s legacy through the Park City Legacy program, featuring archival screenings, alumni talks, and community events celebrating Sundance’s history.

Most Beyond Film events are free to attend, with full schedules and access details available at festival.sundance.org.