The Pokémon Happy Meal returns to participating McDonald’s restaurants nationwide starting Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2026. The promotion features 15 collectible Pokémon toys and 15 collectible Pokémon trading cards, with characters including Pikachu, Eevee, Charmander, Squirtle and Umbreon. Each box also includes a QR code that opens a digital Pokémon game. More Eat & Drink News
Pokémon Happy Meal Release Date and Availability
The Pokémon Happy Meal is available beginning Nov. 10, 2026, at participating McDonald’s locations across the United States. Because participation can vary by restaurant, families can check with their local McDonald’s to confirm the Pokémon Happy Meal is on the menu.
15 Collectible Pokémon Toys and Trading Cards
The 2026 Pokémon Happy Meal lineup includes 15 different toys and 15 different trading cards. Featured Pokémon include Pikachu, Eevee, Charmander, Squirtle and Umbreon, along with other characters in the set. Collecting the full set of toys and cards takes multiple Happy Meal purchases.
Pokémon Happy Meal Digital Game and QR Code
Each Pokémon Happy Meal box has a QR code that links to a digital game. In the game, players search a virtual classroom and playground to find the 15 Pokémon Happy Meal toys hidden throughout the scenes.
Pokémon Happy Meal for New and Longtime Fans
The Pokémon Happy Meal is designed for both longtime Pokémon fans and kids who are new to the franchise. The combination of physical toys, trading cards and the online hide-and-seek game gives collectors several ways to take part in the promotion.
Source: McDonald’s
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