Oppenheimer Festival

09/01/2025

As the festival comes to a close, we reflect on the moments, experiences, and connections that have made this event truly memorable. From thought-provoking films and engaging discussions to immersive tours and shared stories, every experience has contributed to a legacy we will carry forward. Our heartfelt thanks go to every visitor, participant, and supporter who joined us in creating these memories. Together, we’ve explored, learned, and celebrated in ways that will be remembered for years to come

09/01/2025

𝐀 𝐋𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐜𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐌𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫

The festival may be coming to an end, but the memories we’ve created together will last a lifetime. Today, we’re sharing a compilation of some of the moments that have made Oppenheimer Festival 2025 truly unforgettable. Thank you to all visitors, performers, and friends for being part of this legacy—you’ve made it extraordinary!

08/31/2025

𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐔𝐬

As we move closer to the close of Oppenheimer Festival 2025, we’re reflecting on the moments that have brought us together. This collection captures the energy, joy, and community spirit that define the festival. To everyone who’s joined us along the way—thank you for being part of this shared legacy!”

08/31/2025

As August comes to a close, we look back on the memories made and the stories shared. Your photos keep the spirit of the Oppenheimer Festival alive. Capture one last moment, share it, and let your story echo into the future.

08/31/2025

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐞𝐝 𝐡𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲. 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐛𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐢𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐞.

Oppenheimer—featuring local extras—closes Oppenheimer Festival 2025 with a cinematic tribute to innovation, courage, and legacy. Don’t miss this unforgettable finale.

🎟️ SALA Member – Free · Legacy Access – $60 · Single Ticket – $15

Get your tickets: https://tinyurl.com/34pzyejj

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08/31/2025

𝐀 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐌𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬: 𝐎𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐅𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠

As Oppenheimer Festival 2025 comes to a close, we invite you to join us for a special screening of Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer, featuring local extras who were part of this remarkable celebration. This final program is an opportunity to honor the stories, experiences, and connections that have made the festival so meaningful.

Take a moment to reflect on the discussions, films, tours, and shared experiences that brought our community together, and celebrate the legacy of Oppenheimer with us one last time. Every visitor, participant, and supporter has contributed to a journey that will leave lasting memories for years to come.

📍 At SALA Event Center
🕓 4:00 PM
🎟️ Free for SALA Members | $60 Legacy Access | $15 Single Ticket

Get your tickets now: https://tinyurl.com/4bjthjkr

𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲: oppenheimerfestival.com

08/30/2025

𝐀 𝐦𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐋𝐨𝐬 𝐀𝐥𝐚𝐦𝐨𝐬.

Director Livia Bertha shares her reflections with the community as The Most Brilliant Human Mind premieres today at SALA. Hear her words, then join us to experience the story of John von Neumann — a life and legacy that changed the 20th century.

📽️ The Most Brilliant Human Mind: With Director Livia Bertha & Physicist Imre Pazsit
Today • 4:00 PM | Free Showing at SALA Los Alamos Event Center
🎉 Special 6:00 PM reception for SALA Members

🎟️ Get Free Tickets | Reception Included for Members

Get your tickets: https://tinyurl.com/4j4jfp38

08/30/2025

𝐀 𝐦𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐋𝐨𝐬 𝐀𝐥𝐚𝐦𝐨𝐬.

Physicist Imre Pazsit shares a heartfelt note with the community as The Most Brilliant Human Mind takes the screen today. Don’t miss this powerful story of John von Neumann — told by those who knew his legacy best.

📽️ The Most Brilliant Human Mind: With Director Livia Bertha & Physicist Imre Pazsit
Today • 4:00 PM | Free Showing at SALA Los Alamos Event Center
🎉 Special 6:00 PM reception for SALA Members

🎟️ Get Free Tickets | Reception Included for Members

08/30/2025

How did Charles Oppenheimer come to share his story?

Filmmaker Larry L. Sheffield reveals the behind-the-scenes journey that led to this rare interview — opening the door to a conversation that brings new perspective to J. Robert Oppenheimer’s legacy.

Hear more tonight at Oppenheimer After Trinity: A Special Talk with Charles Oppenheimer.

📍 SALA Los Alamos Event Center
🗓 August 30, 6:30 PM
🎟 Tickets are still available — join us for this special evening.

Get your tickets: https://tinyurl.com/5n7bwxee

08/30/2025

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐝𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐰𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐟𝐢𝐥𝐦?

Director Livia Bertha reflects on the unexpected information she uncovered about John von Neumann while creating The Most Brilliant Human Mind. Her insights reveal just how much there is still to learn about one of the 20th century’s greatest thinkers.

📽️ The Most Brilliant Human Mind: With Director Livia Bertha & Physicist Imre Pazsit
Today • 4:00 PM | Free Showing at SALA Los Alamos Event Center
🎉 Special 6:00 PM reception for SALA Members

🎟️ Get Free Tickets | Reception Included for Members

Get your tickets: https://tinyurl.com/4j4jfp38

08/30/2025

𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐎𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐉𝐨𝐡𝐧 𝐯𝐨𝐧 𝐍𝐞𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐧 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐝?

Physicist Imre Pazsit explores the fascinating relationship between two of the 20th century’s most brilliant figures. From Los Alamos to the frontiers of science, he shares why their work remains deeply intertwined — and what it reveals about genius, collaboration, and legacy.

📽️ The Most Brilliant Human Mind: With Director Livia Bertha & Physicist Imre Pazsit
Tomorrow • August 30 • 4:00 PM | Free Showing at SALA Los Alamos Event Center
🎉 Followed by a special 6:00 PM reception for SALA Members

🎟️ Get Free Tickets | Reception Included for Members

Get your tickets: https://tinyurl.com/4j4jfp38

08/30/2025

✨ The Oppenheimer Festival 2025 Draws to a Close This Sunday ✨

Another successful Oppenheimer Festival concludes on Sunday, August 31, at the SALA Event Center in Los Alamos. Don’t miss the final weekend of historic films, talks, and reflections that celebrate the legacies of science, history, and community.

📅 Saturday, August 30
🕓 4:00 PM — The Most Brilliant Human Mind (Free Screening)
With Director Lívia Bertha and Physicist Imre Pázsit.
A powerful documentary on John von Neumann—mathematical genius, pioneer of game theory and digital computing, and key figure of the Manhattan Project.

🕡 6:30 PM — Oppenheimer After Trinity: A Special Talk
Featuring filmmaker Larry Sheffield’s rare interview with Charles Oppenheimer, followed by a live panel with historians and distinguished guests.

📅 Sunday, August 31
🎬 Final day of screenings, conversations, and community events marking the close of this year’s historic festival.

Join us in Los Alamos as we honor the spirit of Peace • Legacy • Explore.

Another successful Oppenheimer Festival draws to a close Sunday, Aug. 31 at SALA Event Center in Los Alamos. Below are the events for Aug. 30 and 31: Saturday · 30 The Most Brilliant Human Mind: Wi…