Beloved Disneyland ride shuts down for first time in 65 years — right before Spring Break crowds

1 hour ago 3

Disneyland hit the brakes on some of its most popular attractions this week just as Spring Break crowds poured in.

The theme park’s famous Monorail — the state’s first daily operating monorail and a park icon since 1959 — went out of service Monday, according to Disneyland’s official refurbishment calendar.

The elevated train has long been a fan favorite for its sweeping views of Disneyland Park and its quick ride between Tomorrowland and Downtown Disney. It was originally built to showcase Walt Disney’s vision for futuristic transportation.

The Disneyland Monorail remains a symbol of the park’s pioneering spirit. Alamy Stock Photo
The Monorail in April 2023. Getty Images

Joining the Monorail on the shutdown list is Roger Rabbit’s Car Toon Spin, which also closed Monday. Disneyland has yet to announce reopening dates for the attractions.

Other fan favorites at the legendary theme park remain offline as well.

At Disney California Adventure, the Grizzly River Run has been closed since January for its seasonal refurbishment, while Jumpin’ Jellyfish remains temporarily out of commission.

Meanwhile, the classic Disneyland Park ride Jungle Cruise has been closed since Feb. 17.

The classic Jungle Cruise has been closed since Feb. 17. Disneyland Resorts via Getty Images
Roger Rabbit Fountain in Toontown Alamy Stock Photo

In total, at least five major attractions across both parks are currently unavailable to visitors.

The Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival, running through April 27, draws big crowds to the park for limited-time eats, drinks and entertainment. Disney has stressed the ride closures are part of routine maintenance and not influenced by the festival.

Grizzly River Run has been closed since January. Getty Images

The Anaheim theme park cycles its attractions through seasonal refurbishments to keep the park in tip-top shape, even if the timing hits during busy period.


Download The California Post App, follow us on social, and subscribe to our newsletters

California Post News: Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X, YouTube, WhatsApp, LinkedIn
California Post Sports Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, X
California Post Opinion
California Post Newsletters: Sign up here!
California Post App: Download here!
Home delivery: Sign up here!
Page Six Hollywood: Sign up here!


Read Entire Article