Good Food, Good Friends, Great Earnings

The holidays are just around the corner, and we know it’s going to be a busy time of the year for you. With weeks of gift shopping, good meals, and gatherings with loved ones ahead, now is the perfect time to put a little extra cash in your pocket. The evening before Thanksgiving is consistently one of the busiest days of the year in Metro Detroit, and we’re here to help you earn.

Check out the guide below for insider tips on how to make the most of your time on the road on Wednesday, November 23rd. Not sure when and where to drive? We’ve broken down the evening hotspots for you.

Wednesday, November 23rd

5pm-9pm

Expect demand to start picking up as folks wrap up work for the week, return from school, and arrive in the Detroit Metro for the weekend. During this time, rides will be spread out across the city as passengers gather for the evening. Anticipated hotspots include Sterling Heights, Rochester, Mount Clemens, Grosse Pointe, Novi, Royal Oak, Ferndale, Birmingham, and Downtown. Notable events in the area during this time include:

• The Pistons game at The Palace of Auburn Hills at 7:30pm
• Morrisey is playing a show at Royal Oak Music Theater 7:00pm

9pm-12am

Demand will start to increase even more around Royal Oak, Ferndale, Birmingham, and Downtown as people head out for the evening to Detroit’s restaurants and bars. 8pm concerts at The Fillmore and Masonic Temple will contribute to additional ride demand Downtown. Expect requests to escalate quickly after 10pm as concerts and sporting events end throughout the city.

12am-3am

Last year, demand peaked between 1am and 2am. These hours are likely to see the highest surge and the best earnings of the night. After midnight, we anticipate demand to be concentrated Downtown and near Royal Oak as passengers look for a safe, reliable way home. When you’ve finished with trips for the evening, you can use use Driver Destinations to get home faster and earn money along the way. Thanks for helping your fellow Detroiters move around the city.

Thursday, November 24th (Thanksgiving)

9am-4pm

Hungry for more? The Lions play on Thanksgiving Day at 12:30pm, and riders will be looking to get to and from Ford Field. Check out info about pick ups and drop offs at Ford Field here.

Final Tips

• In busy areas like Downtown, lots of riders will be looking to get into Ubers. Be sure to confirm your passenger before beginning every trip.
• Take breaks when you need them! Coffee shops, gas stations, and mall parking lots are great places to stop for a few minutes, relax, and get ready to hit the road again.
• We’re here for you. If you encounter any issues, please reach out to us through in-app support or at help.uber.com.
• Check out more five-star tips here.

Thanks – and Enjoy!

When the night is over, we hope you have the chance to put your feet up, gobble up a delicious meal, and enjoy your earnings. We’re so grateful to have you as a partner today and everyday. Thanks for being a part of Uber this holiday season.

-Uber Michigan Team