Key facts
- Halloween was the busiest day for Uber and Lyft drivers in 2025.
- Ride volumes on Halloween 2025 were 23% higher than the yearly median, adjusted for day of the week and seasonality.
- The day after Halloween and the day before Independence Day were the second and third busiest days, respectively.
- Uber reported 130 million ride-hailing and delivery trips over Halloween weekend in 2025.
- Lyft CEO David Risher described Halloween 2025 as the company's biggest day and week.
Halloween is the busiest day of the year for Uber and Lyft drivers in the US, surpassing holidays like New Year's Eve and St. Patrick's Day. According to Gridwise data, ride volumes on Halloween 2025 were 23% higher than the yearly median. The day after Halloween and the day before Independence Day were the next busiest, with volumes about 20% above the median. This surge in demand kicks off the peak season for ride-hailing services, which also includes Thanksgiving and Christmas travel. Uber reported a record 130 million trips over Halloween weekend in 2025, while Lyft CEO David Risher called the holiday its biggest day and week.