Fans of Pokémon all around now is the time to schedule McDonald’s as your next destination! Officially unveiled, the much-awaited McDonald’s Pokémon Happy Meal 2025 presents an interesting experience for enthusiasts. Beginning January 21, this limited-time campaign at several sites blends nostalgia, unique souvenirs, and interactive digital incentives.
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What’s Included in the Pokémon Happy Meal?
Every McDonald‘s Pokémon Happy Meal is bursting with surprises and exclusive goods:
- Pokémon TCG Booster Pack: Every meal comes with a booster pack with four cards at random from a set of fifteen collectible Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) cards.
- Sticker Sheet: Fans may customize their collectible posters with a themed sticker sheet.
- Exclusive Posters: You can choose from four posters featuring recognizable Pokémon, including Charizard, Pikachu, Rayquaza, and Dragonite.
- Pokémon-Themed Happy Meal Box: The meals in the Pokémon-themed Happy Meal Box are packaged in one of four distinctive box designs: Charizard, Rayquaza, Pikachu & Dragonite, and Roaming Moon.
Unlock Digital Rewards in the Pokémon TCG Pocket App
McDonald’s has given the Happy Meal experience this year a digital spin. Consumers who place orders via the McDonald’s app will get an email redeemable 15-digit code. This code accesses in-app goodies including:
- 24 Pack Hourglues
- 12 Wonder Hourglasses
These extras let users open digital booster packs and use the Wonder Pick tool, which generates randomized card selection and therefore increases the interactive and thrilling nature of the game.


Enhance Your Pokémon GO Experience at McDonald’s Locations
Beyond the meal itself, the McDonald’s Pokémon Happy Meal campaign provides better experiences for gamers of Pokémon GO. Sponsored PokéStops and Gyms are McDonald’s restaurants spread over the United States. Weeks of special events run from
- January 20 to January 26
- February 10 to February 16
- March 10 to March 16
Players can come across Pokémon drawn by active Lure Modules during certain times and participate in five-star raids held at McDonald’s Gyms.
Nostalgia Meets New Memories
“Much like they do for McDonald’s, our fans have deep nostalgia and love for the Pokémon brand,” McDonald’s Senior Marketing Director Guillaume Huin said, sharing the company’s delight in this relationship. With the new Pokémon Happy Meal, we are excited to extend those wonderful memories and provide a fresh moment of fun and happiness.
Pokemon x Happy Meal is here. And it comes with a worldwide first, exclusivlye in the US : buying a Happy Meal on the McD app will give you rewards within the Pokemon TCG Pocket App.
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— Guillaume Huin (@HuinGuillaume) January 21, 2025
When and Where to Get the Pokémon Happy Meal
Starting January 21, 2025, the McDonald’s Pokémon Happy Meal will be offered at cooperating McDonald’s outlets all around. Given limited supplies, fans are advised to attend early to prevent missing out on these special collectibles and prizes.
Why the Pokémon Happy Meal Is a Must-Have
McDonald’s Pokémon Happy Meal has something for everyone with its mix of special Pokémon TCG cards, collectible boxes, posters, stickers, and in-app prizes. Don’t miss this chance to both build fresh memories and revisit your early ones. Go to your closest McDonald’s right now to pick a Happy Meal and discover the enchantment of Pokémon!