DOCUTAH International Film Festival Returns to St. George for 16th Season

January 28, 2026 — The DOCUTAH International Film Festival, recognized by Moviemaker Magazine as one of the "25 coolest film festivals," returns to St. George for its 16th season February 26-28, 2026, at Megaplex Theatres at Sunset.

Founded by acclaimed filmmaker Phil Tuckett, a 30-time Emmy Award winner, DOCUTAH has grown from a local film showcase into an internationally recognized festival that attracts documentary filmmakers and cinema enthusiasts from across the globe.

Three Days of Documentary Film

The three-day festival at Megaplex Theatres at Sunset features curated documentary screenings spanning diverse subjects from social justice and environmental conservation to personal stories and cultural exploration. Each screening is followed by filmmaker Q&A sessions, giving audiences direct access to the creative minds behind the films.

DOCUTAH's mission centers on opening hearts and minds to the world through beautifully crafted stories on film, promoting education while creating an atmosphere of camaraderie and community. The festival has consistently delivered on that promise, bringing award-winning documentaries to Southern Utah that might otherwise never screen in the region.

Utah Tech University Partnership

Hosted by Utah Tech University, DOCUTAH provides students and community members with exposure to professional documentary filmmaking, industry networking opportunities, and educational workshops. The festival serves as a bridge between the academic film community and professional documentary industry.

Attending the Festival

Festival passes and individual screening tickets are available through the DOCUTAH website. The multi-day format allows attendees to build a personalized festival experience, from full-day immersion to individual screenings of specific films. The Megaplex Theatres location provides comfortable viewing with modern projection and sound systems.

DOCUTAH also hosts a special Best of Fest screening series throughout the year at the Center for the Arts at Kayenta, including the recent screening of "Cigarette Surfboard" on February 6.

For the full festival schedule, filmmaker lineup, and ticket information, visit the official DOCUTAH website or check the SGWOM events calendar for screening times and details.

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