McDonald’s celebrates Grimace’s birthday with special meal, shake

HANNIBAL, Mo. — Whether you’ve attended an epic party at the PlayPlace or swapped the fancy dinner for what you were really craving (hello, McNuggets), we know birthdays with McDonald’s hold a special place.

Now, McDonald’s is celebrating Grimace’s birthday.

Starting June 12, fans can get in on the festivities with the Grimace Birthday Meal featuring a limited-edition purple shake inspired by Grimace’s iconic color. The meal also comes with the choice of a Big Mac or 10-piece Chicken McNuggets and fries.

Other ways to toast to Grimace’s birthday in June are:

• McDonald’s is launching a video game in collaboration with Krool Toys, where you can immerse yourself in Grimace’s world as he races around classic McDonald’s birthday scenes to find his pals – like Birdie and Hamburglar – all in a quest to cut his birthday cake. The game will be free to play on desktop and mobile beginning June 12.
• Get your party outfit on: Dress to impress in Grimace-inspired merchandise – from tees to socks – available to purchase beginning June 12 on GoldenArchesUnlimited.com, while supplies last.

Fans can help drive a donation to a charity near and dear to Grimace – Ronald McDonald House Charities. RMHC is there when families need them most. From June 13-14, fans can visit McDonald’s Instagram story and share a picture of their favorite birthday memory via the “add yours” sticker. For every picture shared, McDonald’s will donate $5 to RMHC up to $200,000.

In a press release, Ashley Orscheln, greater Hannibal/Quincy area McDonald’s owner/operator, said, “Celebrating our iconic characters brings back memories and creates new ones for today’s generation! We can’t wait to celebrate Grimace with you at McDonald’s.”

“It’s going to be a party, so gather your friends. We can’t wait to see all the ways you celebrate Grimace’s birthday with us and to support RMHC. See you at McDonald’s!” said Emily Mast, Keokuk McDonald’s owner/operator.

The Grimace Birthday Meal and Shake is available at participating restaurants nationwide, while supplies last, starting June 12 via the McDonald’s app, drive-thru, McDelivery or in-restaurant. McDelivery available at participating McDonald’s. Prices may be higher than at restaurants. Delivery/other fees may apply.