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📰 Pokémon TCG news · 3 November 2026

McDonald's Pokémon TCG promotion confirmed for the US, UK date unannounced

The McDonald's Pokémon TCG promotion is officially launching in the United States on November 10, 2026. As of today, November 5, 2026, there is no confirmed UK release date or pricing information for this promotion. Galar Alerts will provide updates if details about a UK launch become available.

Illustration for "Ready to get as fat as Snorlax? The McDonald's x Pokémon TCG promotion is now live in some countries! We've also learned some countries -- if not all -- will only release three toy designs per week. Read EVERYTHING to know about the promotion here" (AI-made, not official artwork)
Illustration for "Ready to get as fat as Snorlax? The McDonald's x Pokémon TCG promotion is now live in some countries! We've also learned some countries -- if not all -- will only release three toy designs per week. Read EVERYTHING to know about the promotion here" (AI-made, not official artwork) · Image: Galar Alerts illustration

At a glance

StatusOfficially confirmed
ReportedTuesday, 3 November 2026
BrandDragon Shield, McDonald’s
PokémonSnorlax, Rayquaza
CardsAustralia

Current availability and regions

The promotion is already live in some countries, including Australia. The United States launch is scheduled for Tuesday, November 10, 2026. Other countries' participation and release details have not been confirmed. For the UK, no release date or price information has been announced. Collectors in the UK should keep an eye out for announcements regarding availability.

Where to find updates and alerts

Galar Alerts provides free Discord alerts for Pokémon TCG restocks and promotions. UK collectors interested in this promotion can join the Discord community to stay informed about any future UK release details or restocks related to McDonald's Pokémon TCG items.

For UK collectors

This story is about the US. UK dates and details can be different, and we post UK news as soon as there is any.

Is it official?

Yes. It’s been officially confirmed. McDonald’s runs Pokémon card promotions in Happy Meals in some countries, usually for a few weeks at a time.

Reported by Galar Alerts. Picture: an illustration made for Galar Alerts (AI), not official artwork.

Questions

When does the McDonald's Pokémon TCG promotion launch in the US?

The promotion launches in the United States on November 10, 2026.

Is there a confirmed UK release date for the McDonald's Pokémon TCG promotion?

As of November 5, 2026, there is no confirmed UK release date or pricing information for this promotion.

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