The Chicago Divvy ridership record passed 1 million trips in July 2026, including a new single-day high. Five lakefront stations have opened near beaches, downtown parks and Lincoln Park Zoo as the city expands bike-share capacity and tests more orderly parking.
Chicago’s Divvy bike-share system recorded more than 1 million trips in July 2026, its first million-ride month since launching in 2013. Riders also completed more than 47,400 trips on Saturday, July 11, setting a single-day record. Through July 31, Divvy had logged more than 4 million trips in 2026 and was on pace to surpass its record 2025 total of 6.8 million.
Five new Divvy lakefront stations
Chicago, the Chicago Department of Transportation and Lyft opened five stations at DuSable Lake Shore Drive and Jackson Drive, DuSable Lake Shore Drive and Balbo Drive, North Avenue Beach, the North Avenue Beach Pedestrian Bridge and Lincoln Park Zoo.
The additions are intended to improve bike availability near beaches, parks and attractions while supporting one-way trips to and from the Lake Michigan waterfront.
Chicago bike-share expansion continues
The city has installed 124 Divvy stations in 2026, including 21 charging stations, raising the citywide charging total to 51. Officials said 59 existing stations have also been upgraded to add capacity in busy areas.
Divvy offers classic bikes, electric bikes and scooters. Riders can locate and unlock them through the Divvy or Lyft app and return them to a station or approved parking area.
Lakefront parking pilot begins
An advisory parking pilot began Monday, August 3, between the North Avenue Beach Pedestrian Bridge and Navy Pier. Riders are directed to end trips at Divvy stations, overflow corrals or designated public bike racks. No violation fees are being issued during the advisory period, but fees may apply after enforcement begins.
Divvy pricing and passes
A single classic-bike ride costs $1 to unlock plus 20 cents per minute. A $19.90 day pass includes unlimited classic-bike rides of up to three hours each within 24 hours. Annual membership is $143.90, with a limited $99 offer for eligible new members.
The record ridership and station expansion reflect rising demand for shared transportation along Chicago’s lakefront. The parking pilot will test whether the system can handle that growth while reducing clutter and improperly parked vehicles along the busy recreational corridor.
