Something’s gone from the PeopleMover—and if you’ve been riding it for years, you’ll notice the change immediately.The Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover isn’t the flashiest attraction in Magic Kingdom, but it’s easily one of the most beloved. It’s a rare kind of ride that doesn’t need thrills or characters to win people over. It simply takes you on a breezy, elevated tour through Tomorrowland, giving you a moment to relax, recharge, and take in the sights. For a lot of Disney fans, it’s tradition.There’s a kind of retro charm to it all. From the voiceover narration to the smooth gliding track above the crowds, the PeopleMover offers a glimpse into a future as imagined decades ago. But as it turns out, one little piece of that retro past is now officially gone.Credit: Kelly VerdeckA Quiet Change in TomorrowlandThis week, Disney confirmed the permanent removal of the PeopleMover’s entrance turnstile. It’s no longer there—and it’s not coming back.Where guests once had to push through a metal turnstile to board, there’s now a sleek silver box that marks the beginning of the ramp portion of the queue. You’ll just walk right past it and head up the moving ramp. According to Cast Members, this isn’t a temporary adjustment. The turnstile is permanently gone, and for now, Cast Members are using handheld clickers to track the number of riders.Classic Turnstile Removed from Tomorrowland PeopleMover at Magic Kingdom https://t.co/d934QcPACw— BlogMickey.com (@Blog_Mickey) June 16, 2025A New System Coming SoonDisney isn’t stopping at the removal. Plans are reportedly in place to install a new automated guest-counting system in the future—likely at the top of the ramp. The new system will rely on sensors instead of physical checkpoints, streamlining the boarding process and modernizing the flow of traffic through the attraction’s entrance.While this makes sense from an operational standpoint, for longtime fans, it feels like a small piece of Magic Kingdom’s history just quietly disappeared.This isn’t the first time Disney has removed turnstiles from classic attractions. The same thing happened at Carousel of Progress and Country Bear Jamboree in recent years. The PeopleMover’s was one of the last of its kind still standing—a subtle but nostalgic feature for those who remember the park’s earlier days.Credit: DisneyNow, it’s just one more reminder that even the most timeless experiences at Disney are always evolving—sometimes without much notice.So next time you hop on the PeopleMover, take a look around. You’ll still get the same soothing ride and sweeping views of Tomorrowland. But don’t be surprised if something feels a little different right from the start.Even More Changes Coming to Magic KingdomThe updates coming to the PeopleMover are just part of the growing list of changes taking place across Magic Kingdom. Tomorrowland, where the PeopleMover resides, has already seen the addition of TRON Lightcycle / Run in 2023, completely transforming the land’s skyline and energy. And later this summer, Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin is closing for a major refurbishment—one that will redefine the classic shooter ride entirely.But the biggest transformation is happening just across the park in Frontierland. As part of the largest expansion in Magic Kingdom history, Disney is replacing the Rivers of America and Tom Sawyer Island with a brand-new Cars-themed area called Piston Peak National Park. This “mini-land” will bring two new rides inspired by Cars, plus themed areas like a visitor lodge and Ranger HQ. While technically still under the Frontierland label (for now), it’s clear the land is drifting far from its original Western roots.Credit: DisneyWith Tiana’s Bayou Adventure also opened and Big Thunder Mountain Railroad undergoing extended refurbishment, it’s becoming harder to define exactly what Frontierland is anymore—which may be exactly what Disney intends. Even a Villains-themed land is reportedly in the pipeline for a future phase of expansion.The park is in the middle of a transformation that’s both exciting and a little bittersweet. Beloved details—like an old metal turnstile—may seem small, but they’re part of what makes Magic Kingdom feel like home to so many fans. Change is inevitable at Disney, but it’s always worth noting when one era quietly gives way to another.The post Disney Confirms Removal at PeopleMover Will Be Permanent appeared first on Inside the Magic.