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McDonald’s Sets Oct. 21 Return for Boo Buckets With New Cat and Zombie

McDonald’s leans on seasonal nostalgia to drive traffic, with rivals launching their own Halloween promotions.

Overview

  • The collectible pails roll out nationwide on Oct. 21, 2025, available only with Happy Meals and only while supplies last.
  • This year’s five designs bring back Ghost, Pumpkin and Goblin and add Cat in black and Zombie in red.
  • The pails replace the standard Happy Meal box and include varied facial expressions plus Halloween sticker sheets for customization.
  • McDonald’s confirmed the lineup after an early social media preview by food blogger Markie Devo circulated images of the buckets.
  • The promotion aligns with the chain’s broader nostalgia push, including the revived Monopoly game, as Burger King and Wendy’s field their own Halloween offerings.