McDonald’s Malaysia spreads the light of Deepavali nationwide with its Mekdi Deepavali Open House

McDonald’s Malaysia managing director and local operating partner Datuk Azmir Jaafar (fourth from right, in light blue kurta), officiating the Mekdi Deepavali Open House at McDonald’s Caltex Bandar Puteri Klang Drive-Thru in the spirit of unity and joy.

This Deepavali, McDonald’s Malaysia marked the occasion with its Mekdi Deepavali Open House, bringing Malaysians from all walks of life together in the spirit of celebration and community.

The open house takes place across 14 selected Drive-Thru locations nationwide, from Oct 24 to Nov 1, 2025.

The celebration kicked off on Oct 24 at McDonald’s Caltex Bandar Puteri Klang DT, alongside simultaneous open houses at McDonald’s Batu Caves DT, McDonald’s Greenlane DT, and McDonald’s Jalan Reko, before extending to other locations.

Each celebration featured festive activities, fun-filled games and the distribution of 1,500 Spicy Chicken McDeluxe meal sets which include an Apple Pie and a Coca-Cola can, amounting to 21,000 meal sets shared nationwide.

Guests at McDonald’s Caltex Bandar Puteri Klang DT enjoyed the traditional and modern cultural performances, with appearances by popular local artistes Santesh, Yogi B, Balan Kash and Amos Paul.

“Our Deepavali celebration this year is about more than just a festivity — it’s about celebrating what makes Malaysia truly special: our diversity, unity and shared joy,” said McDonald’s Malaysia managing director and local operating partner Dato’ Haji Azmir Jaafar.

“As a brand that has grown alongside Malaysians, we take pride in celebrating every culture and community that makes up our nation. Deepavali is a wonderful reminder of how light, kindness, and togetherness can bring us all closer as one family,”

McDonald’s Malaysia’s Mekdi Deepavali Open House reinforces its commitment to celebrating Malaysia’s rich diversity and championing care and compassion for all.  

Beyond Deepavali, the company continues to embody its role as a community partner through over 10,000 community activities conducted annually by its network of more than 370 restaurants nationwide. From local engagements to collaborations with welfare homes, schools and government agencies, these initiatives reflect the ongoing commitment of McDonald’s Malaysia to care, inclusivity and social responsibility.