Pahrump launches community curated Christmas lights map, boosts local tourism
A new community curated interactive map now helps residents and visitors locate decorated homes and businesses across Pahrump, and the initiative ties into seasonal markets at local wineries. The map aims to increase civic participation and local economic activity while raising questions about traffic management and municipal coordination during the holiday season.
Pahrump introduced a community curated interactive Christmas lights map on December 5, 2025, designed to guide residents and visitors to decorated homes and businesses across the valley. The online map is sponsored by Artesian Cellars and Charleston Peak wineries, and organizers say anyone with a display can register by submitting photos and an address through PahrumpLights.com. Submissions were eligible for judging, and the top display received a one hundred dollar gift certificate.
As of yesterday there were nine locations listed on the map, and the project promotes the Winter Wine Derland market at Charleston Peak Winery as a convenient place to begin a lights tour. The market is open selected December weekends, and the winery sponsorship links the seasonal tasting economy to the community display effort.
The map is significant for local civic engagement because it relies on residents to register their displays and share information. That volunteer reporting creates a crowdsourced directory that can increase foot traffic and vehicle visits to neighborhoods and commercial areas. For small businesses and wineries, the initiative creates an additional draw during a traditionally slower winter period, potentially increasing sales and awareness.
At the same time the map highlights institutional questions for county officials. Increased visitation to clustered displays can strain local roads and parking, particularly on narrow residential streets. Public safety officials and county public works might need to consider temporary traffic controls, parking guidance, and clear signage to prevent congestion and ensure emergency vehicle access. The community curated approach also raises basic data considerations about privacy and address sharing, issues the county could address through guidance for participants.
Organizers framed the map as both a community activity and a modest economic boost tied to seasonal events. Residents interested in registering a display may submit photos and an address via PahrumpLights.com. For more information contact rhebrock@pvtimes.com.
