DOCUTAH International Documentary Film Festival

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Arts & CultureSt. George
DatesDates TBA · Usually FebruaryCheck locally before booking
Duration3 daysListed event span
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forPerformance, exhibitionsWhat distinguishes DOCUTAH is the direct
Language["en"]Currency: USD
CategoryArts & CultureFestival type
The story

DOCUTAH International Documentary Film Festival in St. George

DOCUTAH International Documentary Film Festival fills St. George with screenings followed directly by audience conversations and filmmaker Q&As. Masterclasses give the program a hands-on, teaching-focused side alongside the films, and award winners are recognized as part of the festival weekend, which is hosted through Utah Tech each February.

You step in from the bright Southern Utah light and everything narrows to a screen, a voice, a face enlarged enough to make a whole room hold still.
Your trip starts here
What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

What distinguishes DOCUTAH is the direct line it draws between filmmakers and audiences: nearly every screening is followed by a Q&A, so the festival works as much as an ongoing conversation as a viewing experience

02

The mystery stays covered

Masterclasses add a teaching dimension beyond passive screening, giving aspiring filmmakers direct access to working professionals

03

The city starts moving

The three-day February run, set against Southern Utah's red-rock scenery, gives the festival a distinct contrast between bright desert daylight and the concentrated, dark focus of the theater inside

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

Screenings followed directly by audience conversations and filmmaker Q&As define DOCUTAH's identity as much as the films themselves

Water and renewal

Living ritual

Masterclasses and an awards recognition as part of the festival weekend have become fixed traditions tying the event to Utah Tech's ongoing role as host

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA · Usually February

Getting around

Use the city as a planning base, then confirm the exact venue, route, or meeting point close to the date.

What to wear

Wear quiet, comfortable layers for air-conditioned theaters and Southern Utah's February weather, which can swing between bright sun and cool evenings.

Safety

Keep valuables light, follow local instructions, and watch how residents use the space before joining in.

Where to stay

Stay near the part of the city you will actually use, with a simple return route after the main event.

Tickets/cost

Official ticket link is available. Confirm access rules before booking.

Language/currency

["en"] · USD

Family friendly

unknown

St. George, United States

TransportUse the city as a planning base, then confirm the exact venue, route, or meeting point close to the date.
Stay areaStay near the part of the city you will actually use, with a simple return route after the main event.
FAQ

Quick answers.

When is DOCUTAH International Documentary Film Festival?

DOCUTAH International Documentary Film Festival is listed for Past edition: 26–28 February 2026. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does DOCUTAH International Documentary Film Festival take place?

The festival is listed in St. George, United States. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

3 days is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

St. George, United States

Is it family friendly?

unknown

Sources and editorial review

About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

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Listed datesDates TBA · Usually February
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