Halloween returns with McDonald’s Boo Buckets and Dunkin’ tracksuits

Both McDonald’s and Dunkin’ are getting into the Halloween spirit by introducing popular, nostalgic holiday items with a new twist.

McDonald’s is bringing back its famous Boo Buckets starting October 15 at participating restaurants across the country.

The fast food chain is launching a new Monster design this year with a new color: blue. Other traditional colors will be available including white, orange and green.

Blue Monster Boo Bucket. (Source: McDonald’s)

Customers can also decorate their buckets with stickers.

Starting October 16th, Dunkin’ will introduce a new line of Halloween candies and treats. The restaurant chain has introduced new flavors such as the Potion Macchiato, a revamped Spider Specialty Donut and a Halloween MUNCHKINS Bucket.

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Dunkin’ is also bringing back the fan-favorite DunKings tracksuits, currently available on ShopDunkin.com, as well as other tracksuit-inspired costumes.

Dunkin’ DunKings tracksuit. (Image credit: Dunkin’)

There are several options for the tracksuit:

• Original DunKings tracksuits: For those who want to look like an official member of the DunKings team. The original jacket ($60) and original pants ($60), sold separately.
• ·DunKids tracksuits: Sold as a set ($80).
• ·DunKings costume set: The set includes a long-sleeve jersey shirt, bucket hat and sunglasses for $44.99.

“At Dunkin’, we love energizing guests at any time of year, and Halloween is no exception,” said Beth Turenne, vice president of category management at Dunkin’, in a press release.