Tier 3
Ouray, United States
Last verified 12 June 2026
Film festivals were founded with a specific purpose in mind: to support the success of film and filmmakers from beyond the mainstream. Some of the most beloved movies of all time got their start at film festivals. Without the infrastructure, support, and community of film festivals, these movies might never have become a part of our collective artistic culture. Our festival stands in this legacy of support. We bring in films from around the United States and across the globe to expose audiences to material they’re unlikely to see on streaming platforms or in theaters. Our filmmakers are established artists in the industry and new voices making their first films; regardless, the movies we screen come from independent spaces that sometimes challenge our conventional notions of what a movie is or can be. At OIFF, we celebrate that independence through films that challenge and inspire. We also support filmmakers, academics, and programmers through our film lab, the Ouray Film Sabbatical. This retreat-like experience offers a fully funded experience to restore, rethink, and rededicate along the creative journey. We also univocally stand with artists and audience members who bring diversity and difference to our communities. We believe these principles create the best environment towards deepening our understanding and compassion towards each other and ourselves. We embody this commitment through the films we program, the discussions we start, and the diverse range of artists t
The main submission deadline for Ouray International Film Festival is around 22 March 2027. Confirmed for the current edition.
Submitting to Ouray International Film Festival costs from USD 15 as a rough guide. Entry fees usually rise closer to the deadline and vary by category.
No premiere requirement. Ouray International Film Festival accepts films that have screened elsewhere.
Ouray International Film Festival takes place in Ouray, United States.
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