Lime Scooters Are Back in Rochester – Here’s What’s New For 2026

Get ready, Rochester.  Lime e-scooters and e-bikes are officially coming back to the Med City in 2026.  This year, you'll see even more of those around town.

If you aren't happy about that bit of news, you can thank the rest of Rochester for this decision.  Total rides jumped 21% last year, which means, people are loving this way to get around town even more than they did before.  (If you haven't tried it, it is actually really fun too!)

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As many of us know, in the past, there have been some challenges with lime scooters in Rochester and the City of Rochester has made a few new changes - which will hopefully help with those issues.

Below is everything you need to know, including when these green beings will be showing up in Rochester.

Lime Scooters and E-bikes Are Coming Back To Rochester In 2026

Two signs that it is Spring in Rochester:

1 - severe weather hits our area (and we even spot a few tornadoes in Southern Minnesota - if you missed those photos from Monday, check those tornado pics here.)

READ MORE: Storm Chasers Capture Tornado Touchdown In Southern Minnesota on Monday

2 - lime scooters have arrived!  According to the City of Rochester, lime scooters will be showing up at a street near you the week of April 13th.

Lime Scooters Are Back in Rochester in 2026 - Here's What's New This Year

Based on the statement by the City of Rochester, improvements have been made to help ensure a safer and more accessible shared space as Lime Scooters and E-bikes are reintroduced to the Med City.

Here are the changes that have been mentioned that residents will notice in 2026:

No Parking Zones - these will be placed on select shared-use path segments to keep walkways clear for everyone.

Mandatory Parking Zones and Physical Corrals - these will be installed in high-traffic areas and will help keep curb ramps and sidewalks accessible.

Device Clusters At Partner Sites - if you have ever felt like you've had to hunt down bikes so your entire group can enjoy a fun ride, that challenge was addressed as well.  In 2026, you'll find areas where it will be easier to find a scooter for group trips.

Way To Report Misparked Lime Devices - if you notice a spot where a Lime device is parked incorrectly, you can report it to rochestermn.gov/311

Lime returns to Rochester the week of April 13! The City and Lime are rolling out improvements to support safer, more accessible shared spaces. You’ll see new No Parking Zones on key trail segments, more mandatory parking areas and corrals to keep sidewalks and curb ramps clear, and device clusters at partner sites to make group trips easier. Ride where permitted and park responsibly to help keep paths open for everyone. - City of Rochester, MN Facebook page