Family Fun at McDonald’s UK
As a mum I’ve always seen McDonald’s as a quick, convenient stop off for tea. Our little treat is usually on a Thursday night after gymnastics. It’s on the way home and it’s too late to cook anything once we’ve got back. After all, that’s all that McDonald’s is for right?
Well, no, not anymore.
This summer, McDonald’s have opened up their doors to families and have been putting on free, fun events across the
Getting stuck in
This week Charlotte and I visited a local McDonald’s in Dunchurch and, with some of our friends, got involved in one of their family events. We were greeted outside with bunting and balloons across the store which amped up the excitement and once we got inside, the activities all looked fun too. There was a really good range of crafty bits and bobs laid out. As a magpie for all things arts and crafts, even my eyes lit up with the gorgeous origami paper, sequins and pipe cleaners in an array of different colours. Further


The thing which really made the event more magical was that the staff were great with the kids and seemed to be really enjoying themselves. After speaking with Glynn, the franchise manager, I realised the reason they looked engaged was


Time to eat
We obviously couldn’t go to McDonald’s without getting some food, but what surprised me was the range of children’s food available. As Charlotte is


These family-friendly events are happening at McDonald’s restaurants all across the country, and not just over summer, but over other school holidays and weekends too. We had a great time and will definitely be looking out for other events happening in our area.
For more information or to find out your local participating store, head over to McDonald’s UK website here
This blog post is a paid collaboration with McDonald’s Uk and BritMums
Emma Jones
05/09/2019 at 8:16 pmWe had a great time too, the children especially loved having their faces painted.
admin
07/09/2019 at 9:12 amFreddie’s was amazing! He has been heavily featured on my insta stories as a tiger ?
Stephanie
09/09/2019 at 8:41 pmOh these sound great, I love the fact that the staff are choosing the activities to do.
admin
11/09/2019 at 10:12 amIt’s great isn’t it, definitely seems like they were enjoying it too!
Wendy
06/09/2019 at 8:18 amOh this looks like fun! My boys love a happy meal and they love craft time so I will have to see whether there is one of these events local to us xx
admin
07/09/2019 at 9:12 amWas so much fun, hope one local to you is participating! X
Zena's Suitcase
06/09/2019 at 9:46 amWe all know how important it is to have things to entertain the kids, even when they are eating. It’s lovely to see McDonald’s offer these events to families and it looks like you all had an amazing time
admin
07/09/2019 at 9:13 amWas so useful to have things to do whilst waiting for food! Even the adults loved getting involved too!
Lyndsey O'Halloran
06/09/2019 at 7:49 pmThese events sound great. I’ll keep an eye out for anything happening near us.
admin
07/09/2019 at 9:13 amDefinitely, it was really good fun!
Rebecca Smith
06/09/2019 at 9:41 pmIt is great that McDonalds are putting on family events such as this. They look like such a lot of fun.
admin
07/09/2019 at 9:14 amWas such great fun! Thanks for reading c
Sabina Green
07/09/2019 at 9:43 amWhat a fab idea! I love that Mc Donald’s are doing this. I agree with you McDonald’s is always a great family treat, this makes it even more exciting!
Cath - Passports and Adventures
07/09/2019 at 10:04 amThis sounds like such a great idea. I love how the staff are getting involved and it can only be helping with their own customer interaction skills. And a cheeky McDonald’s can’t be knocked when your hungry and don’t want to cook.
Jenni
07/09/2019 at 10:24 pmI had no idea McDonald’s did this. What a nice thing to do for the community.
Melanie williams
08/09/2019 at 6:28 pmTo be honest we are not a fan of McDonalds, but looks like a fab family event idea they have put on xx
Bella and Dawn at Dear Mummy Blog
09/09/2019 at 8:03 pmI think it’s great that they offer table service and you can order nearby! Especially when events like this are happening and you don’t want to miss a thing or leave the kids. Great balloon modelling and activities!
admin
11/09/2019 at 10:12 amAgreed! It’s such a lifesaver!!
loopyloulaura
10/09/2019 at 9:04 amWe went to an event in Basingstoke McDonald’s and it was excellent. I always wanted a party there when I was a child but now you don’t have to wait for a party invite!
admin
11/09/2019 at 10:13 amI never had a party there either but always wanted one, no we can treat ourselves ?
Bryony yyyy Shaw
10/09/2019 at 4:45 pmLooks like you had an amazing time! Love the photos too!!
Anosa
11/09/2019 at 3:16 pmI love a good McD burger but did not know they had added so much fun to their franchise, I think it is good what they are doing, making something fun for the families.
Kerry
12/09/2019 at 1:23 pmThese events sound great! It makes it a real eat out experience rather than a quick bite. Love it!
Susan Mann
13/09/2019 at 1:50 pmThat looks so much fun and the kids are having a ball xx
Chloe Busby
17/09/2019 at 12:24 pmWe love going to McDonald’s events! So much fun! Love your photos from the event xxx