PALM SPRINGS, CA (April 5, 2019) On Sunday, April 7, Rotary Club of Palm Springs presents “Breakfast On the Mountain,” at the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway’s Mountain Station starting at 10:00 a.m.

This event features a buffet breakfast followed by a Tramway history panel discussion moderated by KGX radio personality Joey English. Panelists include Steve Nichols, whose family donated the land where the Tram’s Valley Station now sits, and James Landells, whose family’s aviation company performed the more than 23,000 helicopter trips required for the Tramway’s construction. There will also be a special performance by the Encore High School for the Performing Arts Madrigals.

According to Chapter Incoming President Jerry Ogburn, “With the Tramway’s reopening this week, we thought this would be the perfect time for Rotary to look back at the Tram’s 56-year history, as well as look forward to all the exciting improvements in the coming years.”

Tickets are still available and may be purchased for $75 each at https://rotaryps.ticketleap.com

PALM SPRINGS, CA (April 1, 2019) Today at 10:00 a.m., the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway welcomed its first visitors since the storm-related closure on February 14.

Tram guests started lining up early to purchase tickets to be among the first to ride after the extended closure due to the unprecedented weather event. According to daily tram rider and annual passholder Mark Gautiello, “It’s been the longest six weeks of my life! I’ve missed my Tram family and my daily hike.”

Tramway General Manager Nancy Nichols adds, “It’s been a long six weeks for everyone, but today we are delighted to finally welcome back Tram visitors. On behalf of the entire Tramway staff, we are thrilled to be back open for business and truly appreciate the community’s support throughout our closure.”

The Tramway has now returned to its regular schedule with the first tram up Monday through Friday at 10:00 a.m., and Saturdays and Sundays at 8:00 a.m. Tickets are now available at the Tram’s Valley Station starting 30 minutes before opening and will be available online beginning April 8.

PALM SPRINGS, CA (March 28, 2019) One of the most spectacular places to watch the sunrise on Easter is at the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway’s Mountain Station, elevation 8,516 feet. On Sunday, April 21, beginning at 5:30 a.m., celebrate Easter Sunrise Service with songs of faith, hope and joy by Abie Perkins and Natasha Carian … along with a special inspirational Easter message by Pastor Robert Sneed.

The first tram car up that morning is 4:45 a.m. Reduced tram fares will be in effect until 7:30 a.m. with round-trip $15.50 for adults and seniors, and $12.25 for children ages 3-10.

Beginning at 6:30 a.m., breakfast will be served in Pines Café until 10:00 a.m. If purchased by 7:30 a.m., the cost for the Ride ‘N’ Breakfast combination, which includes round-trip tram fare, is $25.95 for adults and seniors, and $16.95 for children ages 3-10. The breakfast menu is also available separately until 10:00 a.m. for $12.95 + tax.

Tickets to the Sunrise Service and Ride ‘n’ Breakfast are now available for advance purchase by visiting the Tramway’s Valley Station or by calling 760-325-1449 during normal business hours. (Note: These purchase options are only available for tickets redeemed 4:45-7:30 a.m. on April 21, 2019.) Tickets may also be purchased Easter morning upon arrival at the Tram’s Valley Station.

Normal Tram fares will be in effect after 7:30 a.m. with admission $25.95 for adults, $23.95 seniors 65+ and $16.95 for children ages 3-10.

Easter dinner will be available from 11:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. in Pines Café, a cafeteria-style restaurant. Cost for the Holiday Ride ‘N’ Dine combination is $36.00 for adults and seniors, and $23.50 for children ages 3-10. Reservations are not taken and tickets go on sale at 8:00 a.m.

Peaks Restaurant will serve regular lunch and dinner menus during normal operating hours.