USA Today Taste Tests McDonald’s Snack Laps
USA Today reporters and producers should return to the menu for the first time since 2016 and try out McDonald’s snack wraps.
- McDonald’s will begin a limited-time “McDonald’s Land” meal nationwide from August 12th.
- This meal includes a quarter-pound choice with a new McDonald’s Land shake, fries, cheese or a 10-piece McNugget.
- McDonald’s is also working with Paksan and Away to release McDonald’s themed products.
McDonald’s upcoming meal items bring customers back into the forgotten fantasy world known as McDonald’s Land.
Starting August 12th, McDonald’s Land’s meals will feature a limited time-limited menu across the country, featuring colorful shakes inspired by the fictional, whimsical world of fast food chains.
The meal has customers selected either a side of french fries, McDonald’s Land Shake, and a quarter pounder with cheese or a 10-piece McNuggets, according to a news release from August 5th. Shake pays ode to the volcano from McDonald’s Land with a vibrant drink that represents blue “lava” and pink clouds.
The company has also announced the launch of a limited edition product inspired by McDonaldland through collaborations between clothing brand Pacsun and Accessories retailer.
The Pacsun collaboration will feature sweaty tea sets and graphic tees on August 12th, while the away collaboration will continue to supply, including luggage tags and bag charms starting on August 18th.
What is McDonaldland?
McDonaldland is a world of McDonald’s promotional fantasy that debuted in 1971 and featured in games and films.
The fictional world features quirky landmarks, ranging from apple pie trees and burger patches to the volcanic yet vibrant McDonald’s Land and many branded characters.
“Now the gangs are back together and fans can rediscover the epic world and its characters, or experience it for the first time.

