McDonald’s Deal
McDonald’s $5 Breakfast Meal and $8 Big Mac Meal Deals (October 2026)
McDonald’s is leaning hard into value this October with two flat-price meal deals that are worth knowing about. The first is a $5 Sausage McMuffin with Egg Meal: the classic breakfast sandwich plus hash browns and a small coffee for five dollars. The second is an $8 Big Mac Meal: the Big Mac with medium fries and a medium soft drink for eight dollars. Both are the kind of simple, no-gimmick pricing that made McDonald’s value menus famous.
$5
Sausage McMuffin with Egg Meal
$8
Big Mac Meal with medium fries and drink
Oct 6
MONOPOLY game returned October 6, 2026
October
Both meal deals run through October 2026
The deals were confirmed in Sporked’s October 11, 2026 fast food deal roundup and in Totally the Bomb’s October restaurant deals guide, updated October 15, 2026. October is also the month McDonald’s brought back its MONOPOLY game: the promotion returned on October 6, 2026, giving meal buyers a shot at instant-win prizes and game pieces on top of the value pricing. Here is the full breakdown.
Deal Details
| Deal | What’s Included | Price | Valid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sausage McMuffin with Egg Meal | Sausage McMuffin with Egg, hash browns, small coffee | $5 | October 2026* |
| Big Mac Meal | Big Mac, medium fries, medium soft drink | $8 | October 2026* |
| McDonald’s MONOPOLY | Game pieces on menu items with instant-win and collect-and-win prizes | No extra cost | Started Oct 6, 2026 |
The $5 breakfast meal is the standout of the two. A Sausage McMuffin with Egg on its own typically runs around three dollars or more in many markets, and adding hash browns and a small coffee at menu prices would push the total well past five dollars. Bundling all three for a flat five dollars is a genuine discount, not a rebrand of existing prices. For commuters, it is a complete breakfast under the price of a coffeehouse latte.
The $8 Big Mac Meal holds the same logic for lunch and dinner. A Big Mac, medium fries, and a medium soft drink ordered separately can easily total ten dollars or more depending on the market, so the flat eight-dollar price locks in real savings. The Big Mac needs no introduction: two all-beef patties, special sauce, lettuce, cheese, pickles, and onions on a sesame seed bun. Paired with medium fries and a medium drink, it is the chain’s flagship meal at a price point that feels like a throwback.
The MONOPOLY return is a promotion, not a discount, but it adds entertainment value to every meal purchase. The game returned October 6, 2026, with game pieces on select menu items and the usual mix of instant-win food prizes and collect-and-win pieces. Buying either of the two value meals during the game window means your receipt potentially doubles as a lottery ticket. It costs nothing extra, so there is no reason not to play along.
Context matters here. Fast food prices have climbed steadily, and a sub-five-dollar breakfast meal is increasingly rare from a national chain. McDonald’s is clearly using these two deals to reclaim the value crown heading into the holiday season, when every chain competes for deal-hunting customers. Whether the $5 and $8 price points hold through November is not confirmed, which is all the more reason to use them while they are on the menu.
How to Claim This Deal
Both meal deals are available at participating McDonald’s restaurants. The simplest way to claim them is in the McDonald’s mobile app, where the $5 breakfast meal and $8 Big Mac meal should appear as featured meal deals. Ordering in the app also stacks with MONOPOLY: your order is what earns you the game pieces, so every meal purchase during the promotion window comes with a chance at prizes.
You can also order at the counter, drive-thru, or kiosk by asking for the $5 Sausage McMuffin with Egg Meal or the $8 Big Mac Meal by name. If the crew member does not recognize the deal name, describe the bundle exactly: the breakfast meal is the Sausage McMuffin with Egg with hash browns and a small coffee, and the Big Mac Meal is the Big Mac with medium fries and a medium soft drink.
Terms and Exclusions
Both meal deals are limited-time offers at participating McDonald’s locations, available while supplies last during October 2026. Pricing and participation vary by restaurant, and some locations may not offer one or both deals. The $5 and $8 prices are before tax, and delivery orders through third-party apps may carry service fees, delivery fees, and different pricing.
McDonald’s MONOPOLY is a separate promotion that began October 6, 2026, with its own official rules, eligible menu items, and end date. Game pieces are available while supplies last, and prizes are subject to the promotion’s official rules. The meal deals cannot be combined with other coupons or promotional pricing unless the app allows it.
Frequently Asked Questions
What comes in the McDonald’s $5 breakfast meal?
The $5 breakfast meal is a Sausage McMuffin with Egg Meal: a Sausage McMuffin with Egg, a serving of hash browns, and a small coffee, all for $5 at participating McDonald’s locations.
What comes in the McDonald’s $8 Big Mac Meal?
The $8 Big Mac Meal includes a Big Mac, medium World Famous Fries, and a medium soft drink. The flat $8 price applies at participating locations during the promotional period.
Is McDonald’s MONOPOLY back in 2026?
Yes. McDonald’s MONOPOLY returned on October 6, 2026. It is a game promotion, not a discount: select menu items come with game pieces offering instant-win food prizes and collect-and-win chances. It costs nothing extra beyond your meal purchase.
How long are the $5 and $8 meal deals available?
Both are limited-time October 2026 offers at participating locations, while supplies last. An end date has not been widely published, so it is smart to confirm availability in the McDonald’s app before you go.
Can I order the $5 breakfast meal all day?
The Sausage McMuffin with Egg Meal follows McDonald’s breakfast hours, which vary by location but typically end in the late morning. The $8 Big Mac Meal is available during regular lunch and dinner hours.
A five-dollar breakfast and an eight-dollar Big Mac meal are prices that feel like a time machine, and that is exactly why they are worth grabbing. Pair either one with a MONOPOLY game piece, and October 2026 might be the cheapest month to eat at McDonald’s all year. Check the app, confirm your store is participating, and order before the deals disappear.