McDonald’s iconic Boo Buckets are Halloween magic.

They’ve been part of McDonald’s spooky celebrations since the ’80s, and they make Halloween even better. Why? Because they’re not just buckets; they’re nostalgia-filled treasure chests.

When you see that bright orange pumpkin pail with the goofy, grinning face? It’s an instant time machine back to childhood Halloweens. Those memories flood in like a ghostly army of fun.

Opening a Boo Bucket is like opening a portal to the past.

You’re a kid again, excited for trick-or-treating adventures.

Remember the thrill of collecting candy, running door to door, and hearing the leaves crunch beneath your feet? That’s what Boo Buckets are all about.

Plus, they’re versatile. You can use them to hold your candy haul, as a spooky decoration, or even as a trick-or-treat accessory.

And the best part?

The surprise inside! A toy or a spooky sticker to fuel your Halloween imagination.

So, Boo Buckets aren’t just plastic buckets; they’re a slice of Halloween history that brings joy, nostalgia, and a touch of the supernatural to the season.

Spooky season starts  Oct. 17, when fans can get in the Halloween spirit at participating McDonald’s restaurants nationwide.

McDonald’s new Halloween Happy Meal® designs, including: Monster, Skeleton, Mummy and Vampire (launching for the first time since the OG purple Boo Bucket).

Happy Meals come with three different entrée options: hamburger (you can add cheese) and 4-piece or 6-piece Chicken McNuggets meals; each come with a side of fries or apple slices and a drink.

Happy Meals typically range from $4 to $7 so the Boo Bucket is expected to be a similar price. There is no additional cost for the buckets. The Boo Bucket replaces the toy that comes with a Happy Meal.

Boo Buckets will be gone faster than you can say “boo,” so head to your local McDonald’s to get a festive pail while supplies last.

Did you have a Boo Bucket growing up? Which of the new designs is your favorite?