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MEDIA ALERT – THE PALM SPRINGS AERIAL TRAMWAY IS OPEN
PALM SPRINGS, CA (February 18, 2026 12:05 p.m.) Please be advised that the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway has opened and is operating a normal schedule. The first car up was at 12:00 p.m., the last car up will be at 8:00 p.m. and the last car down will be at 9:30 p.m.
We look forward to welcoming guests to the Tramway today.
TRAM CLOSED DUE TO HIGH WINDS
PALM SPRINGS, CA (February 18, 2026 9:20 a.m.) Please be advised that the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway is currently closed due to high winds. A confirmed opening time remains unknown, but updates will be provided as information becomes available.
We appreciate Tramway patrons’ understanding and patience.
NANCY STUART ELECTED 2026 CHAIRPERSON OF MOUNT SAN JACINTO WINTER PARK AUTHORITY
PALM SPRINGS, CA (February 16, 2026) Nancy Stuart, a desert resident since 1975, has been elected 2026 Chairperson of the Mount San Jacinto Winter Park Authority, governing body of the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway. Stuart was originally appointed to the Authority by the Palm Springs City Council in 2000 and most recently reappointed in 2023.
For 32 years, she managed financial institutions in the City of Palm Springs including Santa Fe Federal Savings, Downey Savings and U.S. Bank. Stuart served on the board of the Downtown Business Improvement District, a precursor to Main Street, and was on the initial board of the Ruth Hardy (Movie Colony East) Neighborhood Organization. She is a former chamber of commerce liaison committee member with the city council and has served on various committees of the Palm Springs Woman’s Club.
“The Tramway is one of the Coachella Valley’s most iconic attractions,” says Stuart. “For nearly 63 years, it has provided visitors from around the globe with a truly memorable experience. Maintaining safe and efficient operations while being good stewards to the pristine environment within which we operate is our continuing goal. I am very honored to serve as 2026 Chair and help contribute to the Tramway’s ongoing legacy.”
Also elected for 2026 offices are Vice Chair Jonathan Hoy, Secretary Jerry Ogburn, and Treasurer Giovanni Virgen.
In addition to Stuart, the current Authority members are Jerry Ogburn, appointed by the Palm Springs City Council; Jonathan Hoy and Giovanni Virgen, appointed by the Riverside County Board of Supervisors; and Brian Conley, Sandra Magana-Cuellar and Jeff Ohlfs, appointed by the Governor.
