McDonald's Pokémon Cards 2026 — Complete Guide
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| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Dates | November 5 – December 9, 2026 (US) |
| Where | Participating US McDonald's, in-store, drive-thru & app |
| What you get | 4-card pack per Happy Meal: 1 holo + 3 non-holo |
| Set size | 15 cards total, 6 with confetti holofoil |
| Bonus | 15 collectible toys — mini Happy Meal boxes shaped like Pokémon |
| Occasion | Pokémon 30th anniversary |
Why this promo matters
McDonald's Pokémon promos are legendary among collectors. The 2021 25th-anniversary set still resells for multiples of its price today, with sealed packs and graded confetti holos commanding serious money. The 2026 30th-anniversary set follows the same playbook: exclusive holofoil treatment, Happy Meal-only distribution, and a hard end date. See our value guide for the collecting angle.
The 15 cards
McDonald's hasn't published the complete official checklist yet — our Card List tracker is updating as packs get opened. What's confirmed so far: 15-card set, 6 confetti holos, 1 holo guaranteed per pack.
📦 Pack contents
1 holo card
3 non-holo cards
1 of 15 toys
✨ Confetti holos
6 of the 15 cards get the exclusive McDonald's confetti holofoil — the chase cards of this set
🧸 Toys
15 mini Happy Meal boxes shaped like different Pokémon
FAQ
When do McDonald's Pokémon cards come out in 2026?
The 2026 US promotion started November 5, 2026 and runs through December 9, 2026 — part of Pokémon's 30th anniversary celebration.
How many cards come in a McDonald's Pokémon pack?
Each Happy Meal includes a 4-card booster pack: 1 holo (shiny) card plus 3 non-holo cards.
How many McDonald's Pokémon cards are there to collect in 2026?
15 total. Of those, 6 feature a special McDonald's-exclusive 'confetti holofoil' finish.
Can you buy McDonald's Pokémon cards without a Happy Meal?
Cards come bundled with Happy Meals. Availability of the meal (and whether staff will sell just the toy/card) varies by location — ordering through the app with a Happy Meal is the most reliable route.