What the McDonald's Pokemon Happy Meal Delay Means for UK Co…
UK and Ireland collectors face a longer wait and potential reseller markups, while other regions can start collecting months earlier. The staggered rollout may frustrate fans but keeps global demand h…
UK and Ireland collectors face a longer wait and potential reseller markups, while other regions can start collecting months earlier. The staggered rollout may frustrate fans but keeps global demand h…
Key points - McDonald's Pokemon Happy Meals return in November 2026 for US, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. - UK and Ireland will get the Happy Meals in February 2027, the last region to receive them. - Each Happy Meal includes two Pokemon cards and one of 15 miniature Happy Meal box toys. - The 15 cards are reprints, including some from the 30th Celebration set. - US release starts November 10, 2026; most of South America waits until January 2027.
Timeline - November 10, 2026: US launch of McDonald's Pokemon Happy Meals - December 2026: 42 countries across Europe and Asia receive the promotion - January 2027: Most of South America gets the Happy Meals - February 2027: UK and Ireland finally receive the Happy Meals
FAQ
Q: When can I get a Pokemon Happy Meal in the UK? A: The UK and Ireland won't get the McDonald's Pokemon Happy Meals until February 2027, months after the first global drop.
Q: What comes inside each Pokemon Happy Meal? A: Each box includes two Pokemon cards and one toy. There are three box designs (Pikachu, Umbreon, Torchic) and 15 toys to collect.
Q: Are the Pokemon cards in the Happy Meals new? A: No, they are reprints of existing cards, including some from the recent 30th Celebration set.
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