For MONTHS the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover has been closed for refurbishment.
PeopleMover Closure
We have been keeping a really close eye on this attraction, but month after month, it’s refurbishment period has continued to be extended. Most recently, the refurbishment was extended through January 30th. We saw the attraction being tested in early January and thought it’s refurbishment might be coming to an end. But, we (unfortunately) must share with you that the PeopleMover refurbishment has been extended once again.
As we checked the Disney refurbishment calendar this morning, we saw that the PeopleMover refurbishment now appears to have been extended through February 28th, 2021.
Screenshot of Disney Refurbishment Calendar
When you look at March 1st, 2021, the PeopleMover refurbishment no longer appears on that day.
Screenshot of Disney Refurbishment Calendar
So, it seems we may have to wait a bit longer to ride around Tomorrowland and people-watch from the skies. Of course, this refurbishment schedule is subject to change, so we’ll keep an eye out for more updates and let you know what we find.
What is going on with the PeopleMover? Here’s what we know!
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Have they said when Hall of Presidents might open again/ I am sure the refurbishment is to add President Biden to the group of Presidents.
Joan, to my knowledge they have not said when we can expect it to reopen. Past updates have taken a varying number of months depending on how extensive the update is.
Did they give a reason why the delay is happening? They were testing it just the other day.
Shocker ! The people mover has extended down time again. I’m sure Hall of Presidents won’t take long at all to add Biden and open again. It’s ok. I’m not interested in it anyway.
The reason for the delay is due to “dead zones” in the track. People Mover is one of the oldest rides in Magic Kingdom and during replacement of the electric/magnetic drive system, a few spots are not operating as expected, ergo the extended non-human operational testing you may have observed. Additionally, the track now has sensors throughout, indicating the position of all cars at all times. As with any new system, even on an old ride, there are a few bugs to work out when adding new technology.
The People Mover was always a slow ride, it’s refurbishment seems poetically slow as well.
AJ, I am so sorry to hear about your Dad, he sounded like a great man you and your family have great memories of him keep them close to your heart, and talk about him often.. Love Prayers and blessings for you and your family.
We love , love, love the People Mover! It has been one of our favorite rides since 1973!! Can’t imagine it never, not being there. Hope they get it refurbished by March 2021. And that goes for the railroad all around the Magic Kingdom also!