Royal Gorge Film Commission

07/26/2026

This project aims to keep The Cañon Cinema operating so the community of Cañon City has a local movie theater.

07/26/2026

🎞️📋Work in the film festival scene? We are officially launching the sign-up for our brand-new Film Festival Crew Directory!

Whether you are an event coordinator, tech crew member, venue manager, or volunteer, this directory will connect you with Colorado film festivals looking for your skills.

We are currently building up our database before it goes live to the public. Submitting a profile is completely free! Once launched, festival organizers statewide will be able to browse the directory freely (no registration required) to find the best talent for their upcoming events.

Get your name on the list early and encourage your network to join!

Sign up and submit your free listing today at the link below! 👇
https://co.reel-scout.com/crew_registration.aspx?cl=F

07/08/2026

Royal Gorge Region filmmakers: Mountainfilm’s Commitment Grant and Emerging Filmmaker Fellowship applications are now open.

This is a great funding opportunity for documentary projects that inspire, educate, and tell meaningful stories.

If you have a story worth telling, review the guidelines and apply here:
https://www.mountainfilm.org/mountainfilm-initiatives/commitment-grants/

Funding alert for documentary filmmakers! 📣🎬

The Mountainfilm Commitment Grant and Emerging Filmmaker Fellowship applications officially opened on July 1! This is a fantastic opportunity to secure vital funding and support for projects that inspire, educate, and celebrate the indomitable spirit.

Don't miss your chance to elevate your next project. Click the link below to review the guidelines and get ready to apply! 👇
https://www.mountainfilm.org/mountainfilm-initiatives/commitment-grants/

06/26/2026

Great news for Colorado filmmakers! 🎬

The Independent Film Society of Colorado has announced the new Peak Filmmaker Grant - an annual program designed to support Colorado-based independent filmmakers.

We love seeing more resources being built for storytellers across our state. Royal Gorge filmmakers, keep this one on your radar!

Read more here:
https://www.kktv.com/2026/06/09/independent-film-society-colorado-launches-grant-support-independent-colorado-filmmakers/

The Independent Film Society of Colorado (IFSOC) launched a new grant to help independent Colorado filmmakers.

06/18/2026

If you’re looking for a great film weekend — and maybe a mountain getaway — the Ouray International Film Festival is happening June 18–21 in beautiful Ouray, Colorado (this weekend - starting tomorrow).

While outside of our region - we’re always proud to support Colorado film, filmmakers, and the communities that celebrate them!

🌲📽️ Get ready for an unforgettable weekend in the "Switzerland of America!"

The Ouray International Film Festival runs this week, June 18–21, 2026! Head to the mountains to connect with fellow film lovers and artists for an incredible lineup of screenings, panel discussions, and parties.

Passes are available now. Click the link below to secure your spot! 👇
https://www.ourayfilmfestival.com/

06/18/2026

Lauren Grimshaw Sloan hopes to elevate the state as filmmaking location Lauren Grimshaw Sloan assumed her position as Colorado film commissioner in January — the pivotal year when the Sundance Film Festival transitions to Boulder for its 2027 debut. The independent film festival was named after th...

06/01/2026

Time is running out.

Registration for the 72-Hour “River & Gorge” Film Challenge closes on June 7.

Hosted by the Royal Gorge Film Commission in partnership with the Royal Gorge Film Festival, this place-driven filmmaking challenge gives teams 72 hours to write, shoot, and edit an original short film in Fremont County, Colorado.

Open to beginners, students, hobbyists, emerging filmmakers, and pros.

🤟 Submission Deadline: June 7, 2026
🎬 Challenge Window: June 11–14, 2026
📍 Location: Fremont County, Colorado
🏆 Red Carpet Premiere + Awards: July 17, 2026

If you’ve been thinking about jumping in, now is the time. Build your team, claim your spot, and make something real.

Register through FilmFreeway. Visit our event page for details, rules, and resources.

Enter at the link below:
https://filmfreeway.com/72HourRiverandGorgeFilmChallenge

72 Hours. One Region. Big Stories.
Make the Gorge move.

05/29/2026

The 72-Hour “River & Gorge” Film Challenge is coming up!

Hosted by the Royal Gorge Film Commission in partnership with the Royal Gorge Film Festival, this is a place-driven filmmaking challenge where Fremont County becomes your studio.

From June 11–14, 2026, teams will have 72 hours to write, shoot, and edit an original short film right here in the Royal Gorge region — all leading to a Red Carpet Premiere + Awards Ceremony on July 17.

Open to everyone — beginners, students, hobbyists, emerging filmmakers, and pros.

🤟Submission Deadline: June 7, 2026
🎬 Challenge Window: June 11–14, 2026
📍 Fremont County, Colorado
🏆 Premiere + Awards: July 17, 2026

Registration is now open through FilmFreeway. Visit our event page for details, rules, and resources.

We will share a link to our launch on June 7th in the next few days - stay tuned!

72 Hours. One Region. Big Stories.
Make the Gorge move.

05/05/2026

Join us at the Cañon May 29th for a marathon of some of the best and most exciting paddling films from across the world! Travel from a river deep in the jungles of Gabon to the monster waves of the Indus in Pakistan; from a scientific exploration by packraft in Patagonia to a 1,000-mile canoe trip spanning the Pacific to the Arctic; and from finding freedom on the water after a tragic accident to the workshop of a legendary canoe builder - all presented on a big screen with immersive surround sound. Get your tickets now at https://loom.ly/J0uxzOk.