McDonald’s is inviting customers to honor their grandmothers with the new Grandma McFlurry, available for a limited time starting May 21. This special treat aims to recreate fond memories with grandmas, known for their sweet gestures and treats.
The Grandma McFlurry features McDonald’s creamy vanilla soft serve mixed with a delicious syrup and chopped, crunchy candy pieces, reminiscent of the treats grandmothers often share.
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Tariq Hassan, Chief Marketing and Customer Experience Officer at McDonald’s, highlighted the inspiration behind this new offering: “Grandmas have always held a special place in our hearts, and today they’re having a major moment influencing culture. The Grandma McFlurry tastes like a trip down memory lane, and we’re excited to give our fans that experience while honoring the grandma-figure in all our lives.”
In addition to the new McFlurry, McDonald’s is enhancing the celebration with music. Partnering with singer-songwriter Remi Wolf and Latin artist Jay Wheeler, the company is releasing new covers of classic songs. Remi Wolf will cover “How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved by You),” available on May 21, while Jay Wheeler will reimagine the iconic Latin song “Piel Canela.”
To kick off the promotion, McDonald’s is launching Grandma’s McFlurry Mobile, a nostalgic ice cream truck offering free samples of the Grandma McFlurry in New York City. The truck will visit locations including Herald Square, senior centers, and assisted living homes on May 17 and 18, fostering connections between grandparents and their families. Specific stops include:
Friday, May 17:
- 1 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. EST: Herald Square – 104 W 35th St, New York, NY 10018
Saturday, May 18:
- 12 p.m. – 1 p.m. EST: Senior centers and assisted living homes in East Harlem
- 3 p.m. – 4 p.m. EST: Flushing
In celebration of this launch, McDonald’s will donate to Little Brothers – Friends of the Elderly, supporting older adults experiencing isolation and loneliness.
McDonald’s encourages everyone to enjoy the new Grandma McFlurry and create new memories with their grandmothers or grandmother figures, starting May 21, while supplies last.
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