McDONALD’S UK TEASES ICONIC CARDS LAUNCH WITH MEAL REVEAL & FOUR NEW CARD DESIGNS

McDONALD’S UK TEASES ICONIC CARDS LAUNCH WITH MEAL REVEAL & FOUR NEW CARD DESIGNS

• Starting Tuesday, 17^th March, fans can discover McDonald’s limited-time CARDS Meal featuring a pack-fresh set of four cards, with designs featuring famous McDonald’s icons, legendary brand characters and fan-favourite menu items.

• Each pack of four will include one character card, earning customers a FREE food item, alongside three other cards giving you the opportunity to win additional prizes.

• Customers will receive a FREE pack of CARDS, when they purchase a medium or large CARDS meal, such as Big Mac®, 9 McNuggets® or McPlant® with a side and a carbonated drink. With more meals to be revealed 👀 

McDonald’s UK has been at the heart of collector culture for decades and is now ready to unveil further details about the upcoming CARDS promotion, including the reveal of FOUR NEW cards and how customers can secure these iconic sets of cards, as part of a new game from the McDonald’s universe.

With six card designs already announced: Legendary Golden Arches Card, Grimace, Fry Girl, Cheeseburger Chair, Milkshake Dip, and McDonald’s Multimixer, McDonald’s has unveiled another two retro McDonald’s icons - Apple Pie Tree and Coin Spin and a further two fan favourites - Fry Scoop and Molten Apple Pie.

Starting Tuesday, 17^th March, fans can choose from selected medium or large CARDS meals, such as Big Mac®, 9 Chicken McNuggets®, or McPlant® to gain a pack-fresh set of four cards (with more meals to be revealed).

Each pack of CARDS will include one character card earning customers a selected free food item. So, at no extra cost, every customer who purchases a CARDS meal will receive an additional selected free menu item through the promotion. In each pack, there will also be three other cards giving you the opportunity to win even more additional prizes when you collect in the app.

There are 24 limited-edition iconic CARDS available and fans have the chance to win exclusive prizes. The promotion also marks the return of Ronald McDonald, featured on a standout 25^th card which is set to delight fans.

The CARDS promotion has already sparked excitement within the card community. Enthusiasts at the London Card Show were given an exclusive first look at the collection, earning praise from YouTuber and Collector’s Cardhouse owner PokiChloe, who said:

“Teaming up with McDonald’s on the launch of the CARDS Promotion has been one of the most exciting projects I’ve worked on. The attention to detail that has gone into the creation of the cards has been phenomenal and quality is outstanding, highlighting just how credible they are. Seeing the card community being brought in and actively involved in the promotion has been incredible. What’s made it so special is how genuinely engaged people have been so far and really embracing it. I can’t wait for them to see what’s coming next!”

After two years in the making, each card has been specifically designed to be a premium high-quality piece, but which will be your favourite - Fry Girl? Coin Spin? Grimace? Head to your participating local McDonald’s to find out.

And there’s still more to come, with fourteen cards still yet to be unveiled, and major prizes on the way, keep your eyes peeled for what’s next…

ENDS

*Menu item pricing is set by each restaurant and may vary nationwide.

A CARDS Meal is served from 11am. Extra charge applies for Coca-Cola Classic and drink upgrades. Please see kiosk or ask in-restaurant for details. Menu items are subject to availability.

Terms & Conditions

18+. UK only. Card packs issued with selected meals from 17^th March until 27^th April 2026, subject to availability and serving times. McDonald’s (UK) app registration may be required to claim. Max. 16 code entries per day per app account. Certain prizes awarded as vouchers on the app. Claim prizes by 11^th May 2026. Prizes lapse if not claimed by that date. For full Ts & Cs (inc. details of cards, prizes and prize-pool), see mcdrules.co.uk. © 2026 McDonald’s