McDonald’s has unveiled its much-anticipated Halloween Boo Buckets for 2024, but not all fans are thrilled with the new designs. The buckets, which will replace traditional Happy Meal boxes, are set to hit stores on October 15.
About McDonald’s Halloween Boo Buckets
This year, the McDonald’s Halloween buckets feature fresh monster designs and include a set of stickers for children to personalize their pails. While intended for trick-or-treating, many fans have taken to social media to express their dissatisfaction, stating that the new designs lack originality and do not capture the essence of the beloved Boo Buckets from previous years.
Mixed Reactions from Fans
Reactions have been mixed, with numerous fans criticizing the heavy emphasis on the spooky theme and lamenting that “these aren’t the iconic Boo Buckets!” This is the third consecutive year that McDonald’s has reintroduced the Halloween buckets, having first brought them back in 2022 after a lengthy hiatus since 2016. Originally launched in 1986, these festive pails have a nostalgic place in the hearts of many.
Competing Halloween Promotions
In addition to McDonald’s, other brands are entering the Halloween bucket competition. Dunkin’ Donuts is launching their own Halloween-themed Munchkins Bucket, which will be available starting October 16. This bucket will be filled with seasonal treats, adding to the festive offerings this Halloween season.
As excitement builds for Halloween, fans eagerly await the arrival of the McDonald’s Halloween Boo Buckets. Will the new designs grow on fans, or will the criticism continue? Only time will tell!