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Big Arch at McDonald's — launch date and LTO window

A large burger with two quarter-pound beef patties, white cheddar, crispy and raw onions, lettuce, pickles, and a distinct sauce on a sesame-and-poppy-seed bun.

McDonald's Big Arch
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Key data

McDonald's launched the Big Arch, announced October 6, 2026, available from March 1, 2026. It is a discontinued in the burgers category, available nationwide. This record is backed by 1 source and 1 independent outlet.

The facts

FieldValue
ChainMcDonald's
Launch typeDiscontinued
AnnouncedOctober 6, 2026
Available fromMarch 1, 2026
Available untilNot stated
PriceNot stated
MarketsNationwide
ChannelsNot stated
CategoryBurgers

Sources

Every published launch carries at least one source with a quote from the original announcement.

  • Consumer mediaOctober 6, 2026
    “In March 2026, McDonald's launched what it claimed was its most McDonald's burger yet, the Big Arch, and it was pretty massive, along with being a unique, albeit temporary, addition to the menu.”
    foodrepublic.com ↗

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