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McDonald’s Disney Villains Boo Bucket promotion

Overview

Reports initially suggested that McDonald’s would launch a Disney Villains themed Boo Bucket Happy Meal promotion for the October 2026 Halloween season. The collection was expected to feature five color-coded buckets representing Maleficent, Jafar, Scar, Cruella de Vil, and Ursula, each including character-specific stickers.

McDonald’s subsequently confirmed the relaunch of the Boo Buckets starting October 20, noting the collaboration with Disney marks the 40th anniversary of the promotion. The limited-edition set includes villain-inspired lids and character stickers. While the promotion is available at participating locations while supplies last, some customers on social media expressed disappointment, noting a preference for the original Boo Bucket designs featuring classic motifs such as witches, ghosts, and pumpkins.

Entities

Disney · McDonald's

Timeline

  1. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    McDonald's to relaunch Boo Buckets with Disney Villains theme

    McDonald's is bringing back its Boo Buckets on Oct. 20 with a Disney Villains theme, though some fans have expressed disappointment over the departure from the classic Halloween designs.

  2. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    McDonald's expected to launch Disney Villains Boo Buckets in October 2026

    McDonald's is reportedly preparing a Disney Villains themed Boo Bucket Happy Meal promotion for October 2026, featuring characters like Maleficent, Scar, and Ursula.

Sources

attractionsmagazine.com · complex.com · independent.co.uk · mickeyvisit.com