McDonald’s Grand Reunion Brings People Back Together for the Holidays

“By creating spaces where groups can once again gather meaningfully, McDonald’s taps directly into the Filipino cultural values of pagsasama-sama, pagsasalo-salo, and gratitude. It offers a simple yet heartfelt reminder that those who help make Christmas special for others deserve their own celebration too. In a season that can often feel overwhelming with crowded schedules, growing expenses, and emotional demands, Grand Reunion at McDo offers a refreshing alternative, a warm, uncomplicated, and inclusive holiday gathering that doesn’t require grand preparations.” ~Ada Lazaro, Chief Marketing Officer at McDonald's Philippines

Many Filipinos look forward to Christmas more than any other holiday. It's time for long-awaited grand reunions, in which family and friends reunite after months or even years away. It is one of the most popular traditions in the country. However, not everyone has the opportunity to plan such gatherings. Some people spend the holidays apart from their families, missing out on the joys of being together.

This year, McDonald's Philippines plans to bridge that gap by providing free celebrations to specific communities. Known as "Grand Reunion at McDo," this statewide holiday initiative will transform select McDonald's Party Rooms into festive settings for meaningful reunions taking place simultaneously across the country, restoring the warmth of the season to those who need it the most.

How to be part of McDonalds’ Grand Reunion

Customers are invited to visit the McDonald's Philippines Facebook site and share their story on the Grand Reunion post, outlining their reasons for wanting to get back together, what kept them apart, and what makes their relationship unique.   On December 8 from 2-4 p.m., McDonald's will host groups of up to 10 individuals, with two groups per party room for a total of 20 guests.

In addition to a heartwarming and original story, participants will be selected based on how well their stories convey the spirit of community during the Christmas season.   Participants are free to select the McDonald's location of their choice.

Each party will receive boxes of Honey Butter Chicken McDo augmented with a "shake, tear, and sprinkle" moment using Garlic Parmesan and Snow Cheese Powder. It's a simple tradition that makes the meal enjoyable for everyone. Apart from facilitating light games and toasts, a McDonald's "Happiness Host" will help create a more memorable and social atmosphere.

Reinforcing Filipino values

Lazaro added the initiative aims to reinforce Filipino values of bonding and connection during the Christmas season by offering a venue for meaningful reunions.

For more information about McDonald’s Philippines, visit www.mcdonalds.com.ph, McDo.ph on Meta, on Instagram, and on X. 

McDonald's Celebrates McSpicy Fans With The Launch of a New Twist: The Honey Mustard McSpicy

“The McSpicy has always held a special place in our customers’ hearts. With the Honey Mustard McSpicy, we wanted to surprise fans with something familiar yet refreshingly new — keeping the signature spiciness they love while adding a sweet twist that makes every bite even more exciting and flavorful.” ~Ashley Santillan-Delgado, McDonald’s Philippines Marketing Director

McDonald's Philippines expands its well-known McSpicy menu and offers customers a new take on a classic with the launch of the Honey Mustard McSpicy.   This most recent innovation exemplifies McDonald's commitment to introducing novel and intriguing flavors to its menu by fusing the unique crunch and spice of the now-available original McSpicy with a tangy-sweet twist.

The Honey Mustard McSpicy retains all the qualities that fans of the original love, such as the crunch, juiciness, and that unique kick of spice, while introducing an intriguing array of additional flavors. The original's creamy mayo, which is flecked with visible spice particles that impart a very subtle, zesty flavor, is replaced in this limited-edition version with a smooth amber-yellow honey mustard dressing. This union strikes the perfect balance between being hot, sweet, and utterly alluring.

By reinventing one of its iconic classics, McDonald's continues to demonstrate that even classic dishes can be reinterpreted in delicious new ways.   Honey Mustard McSpicy encourages both newcomers and die-hard fans to experience the explosion of flavor that only McDonald's can provide.

For a brief while starting on October 29, 2025, the Honey Mustard McSpicy will be available at all McDonald's restaurants across the country.   It is available for delivery, drive-thru, dine-in, take-out, and as a meal with fries and a drink in addition to the original form.

With today's launch of the Honey Mustard McSpicy, McDonald's builds on the popularity and offers fans both a resurgence and an enhanced version of the classic burger.

McSpicy Hall of Flame

The introduction of the new Honey Mustard McSpicy and the return of the legendary McSpicy are McDonald’s Philippines’ ways of celebrating their customers. And to further reward their loyalty to the McSpicy, McDonald’s inducted five of the most loyal die-hard fans to the McSpicy Hall of Flame, “a (digital) wall of legends for the ultimate McSpicy fans...where the boldest, hottest, most loyal fans get their spot in McDonald’s history.” First batch of awardees include Jae Acosta (dubbed “Day One Devotee”), Kaye Lantoria (dubbed “Lunch Break Loyalist”), Joyce Avelino (dubbed “Faithful McSpicy Seeker”), Migi Rivera (dubbed “Consistent Commitment King”), and Joanne So (dubbed “Enlightened Spice Convert”).

McDonald’s also organized the McSpicy Challenge in some of its branches in Quezon City. Fans competed to eat a McSpicy Sandwich in record time without any drinks. Dubbed “Speedy Spice Slayers,” these fans were also inducted in the McSpicy Hall of Flamers: Christian Castillo (45 seconds), Joey Basbas (45 seconds), Mark Desamito, Jr. (1 minute 7 seconds), Khen Maichele Mendoza (1 minute 9 seconds), Mark Abulo (2 minutes 3 seconds), and content creator Papi Louie (2 minutes 6 seconds).

McDonald’s Philippines is still looking for additional fans to include in the McSpicy Hall of Flames. McSpicy fans with proven loyalty and fandom and affinity for the heat of McSpicy may stay tuned in McDonald’s Philippines social media pages for announcements on how to be included in the next batch of Hall of Flamers.

For more information about McDonald’s Philippines, visit www.mcdonalds.com.ph, McDo.ph on Meta, @mcdo_ph on Instagram, and @McDo_PH on X. 

Here’s Why You and Your Family and Friends Should Register and be part of Stripes Run 2025!

The McDonald's Stripes Run 2025 is the run that should be on your calendar to cap off the year, whether you're trying to set a new personal record, creating memories with your children and pets, or just going out to enjoy the run with friends!

Prepare for Stripes Run 2025 at the SM MOA Concert Grounds on December 7, 2025!  Families, friends, and pet babies run together for enjoyment and a good cause, and it's more than just a race.

Here’s why you and your family and friends should register and be part of Stripes Run 2025!

1. Everyone’s welcome!

Now in its 14th year, Stripes Run is all about togetherness. Whether you're a fitness enthusiast out to achieve your next goal, a casual runner enjoying the moment, a parent running with your kid, or a fur parent with your pet by your side, there's a spot for you in this race.

2. Sulit price!

McDonald’s Stripes Run 2025 is an event that lets you get moving, give back, and go home with something to show off and a story to tell. This year’s race kit includes a shirt, race bib, race socks, tote bag, and a whole bunch of exciting goodies from partner brands. Aside from the race kit, everyone will get freebies at the finish line.

3.  Lots of surprises await!

Crossing the finish line at Stripes Run always comes with exciting rewards and this year is no exception! Participants will take home freebies and goodies from McDonald’s and brand partners, plus the very first Stripes Run medal! A special symbol of achievement you’ll be proud to wear after the fun run!

4. Run with purpose.

Proceeds from the McDonald’s Stripes Run 2025 will help raise money for the programs of Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Philippines, a non-profit organization that supports Filipino children by providing better access to education and healthcare.

5. All ages and paces.

McDonald’s Stripes Run 2025 is a non-competitive event that celebrates getting to the finish line any which way you prefer. Whether you’re walking, jogging, sprinting, or running , what matters most is that you’re enjoying the moment.

6. Easy registration

Registration is simple and easy. Just visit https://bit.ly/McDonaldsStripesRun2025, fill out your details, choose your race category and shirt size, agree to the terms, and pay your registration fee online via GCash, Grabpay or debit/credit card. You can have your race kit delivered to your home.

7. Connect and celebrate!

McDonald’s has always been a place where people gather for good food and good company, and Stripes Run brings that same spirit on the field. This event reflects McDonald’s commitment to creating experiences that bring people closer while promoting wellness.

 

Don’t be the last to join. Register for the Stripes Run 2025 now and choose your category https://bit.ly/McDonaldsStripesRun2025. 

McDonald's now serves McSavers Sulit Busog meals throughout the day

“Since the launch of McSavers Sulit Busog Meals last April, the response has been overwhelmingly positive. Building on that, customers can now enjoy the sulit price of Php99 during breakfast hours as we add two new breakfast offers in the line-up: our Cheesy Eggdesal with Hash Browns and Drink meal and Longganisa with Egg and Drink meal.” ~Yves Nacpil, McDonald’s Philippines Marketing Manager

Enjoy McSavers Sulit-Busog Meals from breakfast to dinner as McDonald's extends its offers throughout the day, with each priced at PHP 99 in all stores nationwide.

The two new breakfast McSavers Sulit-Busog Meals join Crispy Chicken Fillet Ala King with extra rice, 1 piece. Chicken McDo, cheeseburger with fries, and one-piece. Mushroom Pepper Steak with Fries Meals! 

With McSavers Sulit Busog Meals delivering filling meals of McDonald's best sellers for PHP 99 in all stores nationwide, it's always a good time to stock up on McSavers Sulit Busog Meals all day! 

About McDonald’s Philippines

McDonald’s Philippines master franchise holder Dr. George T. Yang -who oversees and sits as chairman for 40 years- founded and brought the first McDonald’s store to the country in 1981. Since then, McDonald’s in the Philippines has been a formidable player in the country’s quick-service restaurant industry, having grown a store network of over 700 nationwide. McDonald’s Philippines continues to aspire to make a difference in communities where it operates through its charity of Choice, Ronald McDonald House Charities Philippines.