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6 Reasons to Visit Pahrump in September – It’s the Perfect Place for the Ultimate Summer Send-Off

There are a million great reasons to visit Pahrump anytime of the year but September is special. Head to “true Nevada” this September for the ultimate summer send-off. Cool off by a lake, head to the speedway for races, enjoy concerts with complimentary wine tastings, and say hello to fall with the 54th Annual Pahrump Fall Festival. 

Stay up to date with everything happening in Pahrump by visiting www.visitpahrump.com or see this month’s featured event information below.

54th Annual Pahrump Fall Festival
One of Pahrump’s biggest annual festivals returns to Petrack Park for four days of hometown fun. The family-friendly event will feature a two-day rodeo, midway games, carnival rides, monster trucks, motocross, several food and craft vendors, a car show, live entertainment, contests, and more.  Admission to the festival is complimentary.

Date: Thursday, Sept. 27 – Sunday, Sept. 30
Time: Times of the festival vary by day
Details: Admission to the festival is free. Unlimited carnival ride bands are $30 at the gate and $25 if purchased Sept. 19. Rodeo tickets are $15 the day of and $12 if purchased by Sept. 19. For more information or to purchase tickets visit www.visitpahrump.com or www.pahrumptickets.com
Location: Petrack Park, 150 State Highway 160, Pahrump NV 89060

Labor Day at Lake Spring Mountain
What better way to send off summer than by hanging by the Lake at Spring Mountain Motor Resort & Country Club. The eight-acre freshwater lake offers a surround sandy beach with lounge chairs, cabanas, and food and drink service. Come for a dip, hydroflight, rent watersport equipment including kayaks, paddleboards, peddle boats, and rafts.
Date: Saturday, Sept. 1 – Monday, Sept. 3
Time: 10 am – 6 pm
Details: Admission is $15 and rentals of paddleboards, peddle boats, kayaks, and rafts are $15 an hour.
Location: Lake Spring Mountain at Spring Mountain Motor Resort & Country Club; 3601 Highway 160, Pahrump, NV 89048

Pahrump Valley Speedway
Race season is in full effect at the Pahrump Valley Speedway. One of the only clay-based, high-banked, quarter-mile dirt tracks remaining in the U.S., Pahrump Valley Speedway promises action and thrills galore. Bring the family for a day of racing and cheer on different classes of cars including Modifieds, Super Stocks, Dwarf Cars, Coupes, Bombers, Mod Minis, and more.
Date: Saturday, Sept. 1; Saturday, Sept. 15; Friday, Sept. 28 and Saturday, Sept. 29
Time: 7 p.m.
Details: Tickets can be purchased at the speedway. General adult tickets cost $10 and children between 6 – 14 years of age are $6. Children age 5 and under are FREE.  Family six packs are available for $30 (two adults and four kids under 14)
Location: Pahrump Valley Speedway; 1881 Grieco Way, Pahrump, NV 89041

Big Horn Sound with Mark Love and Denise Clemente
Mark Love and Denise Clemente baked up by The LS & T Big Horn Band takes over the stage at Sanders Family Winery. The show will encompass the “big horn sound” (similar to ‘Chicago”, Blood Sweat & Tears”). Mark & Denise, both headliners in showrooms in Las Vegas for many years are big time favorites in the community and are sure to entertain and delight.

Date: Saturday, Sept. 8
Time: Gates open at 6 p.m. and show starts at dusk.
Details: Tickets are $25 per person. Call (775) 727-1776 to purchase your tickets.
Location: Sanders Family Winery; 3780 E. Kellog Rd., Pahrump, NV 89061

Adventure in Time with Lynn Peterson & The Phatt Katzz
Lynn Peterson & The Phatt Katzz will take you on a musical journey from the roaring 20s through the big band era, the 50s, 60s, 70s, 80s, and right up to today’s greatest hits. Head to Sanders Family Winery for complimentary wine tastings and this year’s last concert under the stars series and jam out to all of your favorite and classic hits.

Date: Saturday, Sept. 22
Time: Gates open at 6 p.m. and show starts at dusk.
Details: Tickets are $25 per person. Call (775) 727-1776 to purchase your tickets.
Location: Sanders Family Winery; 3780 E. Kellog Rd., Pahrump, NV 89061

Martin Mancuso “The Man with the Singing Saxophone”
Enjoy dinner and drinks on the veranda at Mountain Falls Gold Course while listening to Martin Mancuso ‘The Man with the Singing Saxophone,’ as he plays hit songs by the Beatles, Elvis, Frank Sinatra, Motown, and much more.

Date: Wednesday, Sept. 26
Time: 5 p.m. to 7 p. m.
Details: Tickets are free. Walk-ins are welcome.
Location: Mountain Falls Golf Course; 5001 S. Clubhouse Drive Pahrump, Nevada 89061

About Pahrump
Located an hour west of Las Vegas and an hour east of Death Valley, Pahrump, Nev. is home to big attractions and events, and is “Your Base Camp to Adventure.”  Set in a picturesque backdrop with breathtaking views of mountain ranges, Pahrump is the ideal place to enjoy the best of Southern Nevada. From award-winning wineries and RV Resorts to world-class golf courses and scenic outdoor trails, true Nevada is waiting for you.  For more information on Pahrump visit visitpahrump.com, follow @visitpahrump on Twitter and Like Pahrump on Facebook.

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