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FIRST RESPONDERS DAYS
Complimentary Tram Admission in August for Qualifying First Responders
PALM SPRINGS, CA (July 15, 2024) For the entire month of August, all qualified first responders receive free admission to the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway as part of “First Responders Days.” In addition, up to four of their guests receive 25% off their regular Tram fares.
According to Tramway General Manager Nancy Nichols, “The Tramway is greatly appreciative of the hard-work and dedication first responders put in every day. A day at the Tramway is our way of saying ‘thank you’ and wishing them—along with their family and friends—a relaxing and enjoyable experience.”
Qualifying personnel include (see full list):
- Fire and police personnel
- California Highway Patrol
- County Sheriff Officers
- Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs)
This program runs August 1-31, 2024, with tickets available at the Tramway’s Valley Station on the day of visit.
EXTENDED HOURS FOR FOURTH OF JULY HOLIDAY
Guided Nature Walks Continue Sundays
PALM SPRINGS, CA (June 24, 2024) The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway will operate with extended hours on July 4 and 5 in observance of the Fourth of July holiday. On Thursday, July 4, the first tramcar up will be at 8:00 a.m., the last tramcar up will be at 8:00 p.m. and the last tramcar down will be at 9:30 p.m. On Friday, July 5, the first tramcar up will be at 8:00 a.m., the last tramcar up will be at 9:00 p.m. and the last tramcar down will be at 10:30 p.m.
Join the Mount San Jacinto State Park rangers on a guided nature walk along the 1 ½-mile Desert View Trail on Sunday, July 7 at 11:00 a.m. or the ¾-mile Long Valley Nature Trail loop at 1:30 p.m. (free with Tramway admission). Those interested should meet at the bottom of the cement walkway located just outside the Mountain Station after riding the Tram to the top.
Beat the heat and celebrate the Fourth of July Holiday Weekend in the cool mountain air at the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway!
“MILITARY DAYS” AT THE PALM SPRINGS AERIAL TRAMWAY
U.S. Armed Forces Receive Free Tram Admission Throughout July
PALM SPRINGS, CA (June 20, 2024). During the entire month of July, all U.S. military personnel with valid military identification—active, former, and retired—receive free admission to the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, along with a special gift for “Military Days.” Spouses of deployed military members, as well as military widows and widowers, also qualify for the promotion. Military personnel are encouraged to bring friends and family and receive 25% off regular Tram admission for up to four guests.
While visiting the Tramway, guests can enjoy:
- Over 50 miles of hiking trails in the Mount San Jacinto State Park.
- Guided Nature Walks every Sunday at 11:00 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. through Labor Day Weekend.
- Dining along the skyline at Peaks Restaurant and Pines Café.
- Learning about the plants and animals in the State Park at the Natural History Museum located on the lower level of the Mountain Station.
The Tramway is pleased to continue this annual tradition of showing appreciation to former and current military personnel and their families.