The top April 2016 publicity stunts showcase the consumer desire for memorable brand experiences that highlight a product's best uses and immerses them in the lifestyle vision of the brand.
In order to promote the brand's new activewear collection, H&M Poland hosted an immersive brand activation that aimed to transport participants back to the days of elementary school gym class. The innovative event was hosted at a real school in Warsaw and featured local trainers taking attendees through a series of workouts in order to earn pieces from the collection.
Located in the London neighborhood of Shoreditch, the Carlsberg Chocolate Bar is a creative pop-up concept that will be open over Easter weekend 2016. The playful event features an entire pub created out of chocolate and invites guests to enjoy a free half-pint in a chocolate-molded Carlsberg "glass."
Top 40 Publicity Stunts in April
From Branded Easter Egg Hunts to Chocolate-Built Pop-Up Bars:
Rebecca Byers — Apr 23, 2016 — Marketing
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Sleep-Based Brand Activations
This Bold Event from Greggs Promotes Its New Flat White Coffee
39
Chocolate-Built Pop-Up Bars
The Carlsberg Chocolate Bar Has Opened Its Doors in Shoreditch
38
Retail Kitchen Experiences
IKEA's Instead of Cafe Pop Up Addresses Dining Affordably
37
Design Agency Visual Identities
The Masquespacio Branding Highlights the Agency's Capabilities
36
Branded Traveling Market Tours
This Innocent Brand Activation Featured a Three-City Tour
35
Urban Garden Billboards
This Billboard by Wildstone in London Doubles as a Community Garden
34
Wearable Brand Activations
This Fit Bit Event Invited People to Try Its Obstacle Course
33
Fantasy Series Snow Murals
Artist Simon Beck Made a Game of Thrones Snow Mural for Sky Atlantic
32
Slow-Mo Brewery Photobooths
Asahi Beer Held an Immersive Event at This Shoreditch Brewery
31
Easter Bunny Brand Activations
This Haribo Activation Toured the City of London Offering Treats
30
Analog Pop-Up Shops
Analog by American Greetings Offers Low-Tech Entertainment to SXSW Attendees
29
Huggable Subway Ads
This Underground Advertising Stunt Promotes the Anniversary of Pompompurin
28
Athletic Collection Workout Launches
H&M Poland Held an Immersive Fitness Event in Warsaw
27
Multi-Sensory App Activations
The Candy Crush Castle is a Scented Bouncy Castle for Adults
26
Student Loan Finance Activations
Future Finance Launched a Publicity Stunt Around London Students
25
Giant Topiary Dinosaur Stunts
Margarine Brand Flora Recently Toured a 13-Foot Diplodocus
24
90s Game Show Recreations
The London Crystal Maze Event Promotes Freixenet Sparkling Wine
23
Sneaker Milestone Conventions
Air Max Con Tokyo is an Interactive Three-Day Event
22
Soda Brand Mobile Kitchens
The Pepsi Nspire Truck Will Mix Things Up at SXSW 2016
21
Multi-Sensory Candy Events
The LCO Performed Cadbury Dairy Milk's 'The Sound of Flavourites'
20
Social City Billboards
Snapchat is Turned Its Geofilters into Social Media Advertisements
19
Video Game Anniversary Stunts
An Army of Pikachus Took Over NYC for the Pokemon 20th Anniversary
18
Chocolate Bunny Activations
Dr Oetker Placed a Seven-Foot-Tall Edible Installation in London
17
Meatless Sandwich Menus
Arby's Leap Day Menu is a Tongue in Cheek Approach to Vegetarianism
16
Pizza-Delivering Robots
The Domino's DRU Robot Vehicle Delivers Pizza in Brisbane
15
Combative Laundry Campaigns
This LG Marketing Stunt Has Delicates and Regulars Face Off
14
Submerged Easter Egg Stunts
The Latest Cadbury Stunt is an Installation at Loch Ness
13
Vintage Soda Cocktail Pop-Ups
Soda Brand Fentimans Has Launched a Pop-Up Ahead of Six Nations
12
Television-Inspired Carnival Stunts
The Mr Robot SXSW Pop-Up Featured a 100-Foot Ferris Wheel
11
Passport-Locating Challenges
The 'Passport Challenge' Rewards Those Who Can Find Their Documents
10
High-Speed Test Drives
This Porsche Prank Challenges New Road Users to Drive a Sports Car
9
Bunny Adoption Pop-Up Spas
Beauty Brand 7th Heaven Hosted a Bunny Spa at Covent Garden
8
Pregnancy Train Passes
Virgin Trains Brings Ease to Both Travel and Pregnancy with 'Mum Passes'
7
Cinematic Display Trucks
This Film Marketing Stunt for Spectre Shows Off Bond's Movie Props
6
Branded Easter Egg Hunts
The Lindt Gold Bunny Hunts Series Will Travel Around the UK
5
Cereal Brand Bee-Saving Initiatives
Honey Nut Cheerios Wants to Help You #BringBackTheBees
4
Pizza Box Proposals
In the UK, Pizza Hut Helps to Orchestrate a Sweet Leap Year Proposal
3
On-Demand Celebratory Dances
Uber China Hosted a Special Chinese New Year Service in 23 Cities
2
Miniature Car Mosaics
This Car Display from Citroën is Made of 3,000 Toy Models
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Minibar Mixology Videos
Virgin Hotels Chicago Illustrates Making Mixed Drinks with Minibar Alcohol
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Luxury Bag Pop Ups
Hermès Debuted a Designer Bag Installation Pop Up in Manhattan
Mixologist-Crafted Beverage Creations
PepsiCo will Host a 'DRIPS by Pepsi' Pop-Up in New York
High-Profile Brand Launch Events
NO CAP! Soda Pop is Launching with Marshmello on August 4th
Marathon-Inspired NYC Pop-Ups
Bandit x ASICS Partner for a New Capsule and Immersive Experience
Customizable Shoe Decorating Events
adidas Hosts a DIY 'Style Your Toe' Pop-Up Event in Hong Kong
Uniquely Themed Chocolate Bars
Compartés Launches Summer Chocolate Bar Capsules
Spontaneous Summer Picnics
Absolut Vodka & Sprite's HANGOUT-OF-HOME Inspires Unplanned Gatherings
Artisanal Easter Chocolates
The 2024 Easter Collection by Purdys Chocolatier is Decadent
College-Targeted Food Pop-Ups
Uber Hosts 'The One Shop' Across University Campuses
Cinematic Holiday Retail Pop-Ups
Bloomingdale's Announced a 'Wicked Good Holiday' Campaign
Lab-Themed Hair Pop-Ups
Garnier Fructis Showcases its New Collection Through a Scientific Pop-Up
Expansive Pride Month Initiatives
The Latest Primark Pride Collection and Campaign are Inclusive
Immersive F1 Pop-Ups
La Maison Tifosi Nastro Azzurro 0.0% Features a Scuderia Ferrari Car
Grocer-Inspired Beauty Retail Pop-Ups
The Benefit Benemart Holiday Concept Shop is at Selfridges
Unique TV Series Pop-Ups
Lillet x Emily in Paris Presents the Café de Lillet Experience in NYC
Beer-Pouring Party Billboards
JUBEL Made a Billboard That Pours Pints Invites People in to Party
Groundbreaking AR Posters
Wall's Out-of-Home Ads Make AR Experiences Unmissable with WinDOOH Tech
AI-Powered Bakery Pop-Ups
The Betty Crocker Dream Bake Studio Beats "Baker's Block" with AI
Traveling Luxury Retail Events
The Bal Harbour Shops Access Pop-Up Tour is a Unique Concept
Personalized Digital Playgrounds
Pringles Poptopia is an Immersive, Engaging Experience for Fans
Exclusive Upscale Holiday-Edition Pop-Ups
The Magical House of Chanel Opens its Doors at Harrods
Naturalistic Taco Stand Campaigns
Coca-Cola Launched a Street Photography Campaign in Norway
Demystifying Skincare Pop-Ups
The Power Of Simple Experience Pop Empowers Consumers
Brick-and-Mortar Collectibles Stores
POP MART Debuted Its First Permanent Store in the Netherlands
TV Series-Inspired Ice Creams
Häagen-Dazs Has Partnered with the Emily in Paris Television Series
Fruit-Stand-Inspired Vodka Pop-Ups
Kylie Jenner’s Canned Vodka Soda will Host an Event in NYC
Sporty Fashion Spring Campaigns
adidas Originals Introduces the 1000 Back Campaign
Emotive Fragrance Pop-Ups
Charlotte Tilbury's London Experience Explores the Future of Fragrance
Employee Fragrance Campaigns
Lidl's Fragrance Campaign Features Local Talent with Celebrity Names
Athletic Apparel Interactive Billboards
Gymshark Unveils the Shoplift Campaign Ahead of Sale
Pink-Themed Summer Pop-Ups
The LANEIGE Bounce Around the City Pop-Up Launches in Five U.S. Cities
Creative Play Pop-Ups
The Sharpie Studio Offered Opportunities for Creativity at SXSW
AR Locker Rooms
Snapchat and Selfridges Created a Pop-Up for Virtually Trying on Sports Kits
Convenient Store-Themed Pop-Ups
Lee Kum Kee Showcased its Ingredients with Retro Flare
QSR Hotel Pop-Ups
This KFC Staycation is an Exclusive Limited-Time Experience
Seasonal Phone Booth Activations
Spotify's Q4 is Calling Urges Brands to Start Holiday Advertising
Reusable Bag Pop-Up Shops
The IKEA 'Hus of FRAKTA' Honors the Brand's Signature Blue Bag
Personalized Embroidery Pop-Ups
Battersea Power Station's Botanical Atelier Enhances Spring Style
Box-Office-Themed Travel Pop-Ups
Intrepid x TIFF Host an Experiential Travel Activation
French Riviera-Inspired Designer Activations
Chanel Presents an Elegant Airport Pop-Up in Istanbul
Luxe Pop-Up Experiences
Victoria Beckham Beauty Hosts an 8-Day Pop-Up for New Fragrance Launch
Fairtrade Easter Candy Collections
The Divine Easter 2024 Collection is Packed with Spring Treats
Ice Cream Sandwich Pop-Ups
Chips Ahoy! Pop-Up to Serve Free Ice Cream in NYC
Amalfi Coast-Inspired Pop-Ups
e.l.f. Cosmetics Hosted a Beach Club Activation in Brooklyn
Protein Beverage Pop-Ups
Premier Protein will Host a Proffee Pop-Up at Toronto's Union Station
Nature-Reconnecting Outdoor Campaigns
Mammut Encouraged People to Reconnect with Nature
UK Beauty Summer Pop-Ups
Mecca Cosmetica is Hosting a Summer Pop-up in London and Manchester
Jelly Sandal Pop-Ups
Melissa will Host a Vibrant 'Melissa Frizzante' Event in Paris
Premium Athleticwear Pop-Ups
Reigning Champ Announces Pop-Up in Toronto’s Yorkdale Centre
Terrace Brand Endeavors
Louis Vuitton Features its Latest Collection at a Beachfront Pop-Up
Experiential Alcohol Pop-Ups
The Cheoreom X Krush Somaek Pocha Experience Opens in Seoul
Easter-Inspired Personal Care Lines
The Lush Easter Collection Boasts Fun, Non-Chocolate Treats
Unique Cosmetics Launch Events
Summer Fridays will Host a London Newsstand Pop-Up
Playful Retail Pop-Up Installations
Selfridges Unveils the Joke Shop with a Slapstick Generator
Ice Cream-Inspired Candy Bars
These Nestlé Sharing Bags Come in Four Flavor Options
Festively Elevated Chocolate Treats
The Hershey Company Seasonal Treats Come a Variety of Options
Retail-Based Pop-Star Takeovers
H&M and Charli xcx Host a Surprise Event at Times Square
Protein Ice Cream Pop-Ups
Premier Protein Will Activate a Scoop Shop in NYC
Scandinavian-Inspired Yurt Pop-Ups
ABSOLUT will Host NORDIC by BarChef in Toronto
Luxurious Lipstick Pop-Ups
Valentino Beauty will Host a Spike Valentino Pop-Up in NYC
Family-Friendly LEGO Installations
The National Bank Open will Feature an Interactive LEGO Pop-Up
Culinary Pop-Up Experiences
The RC Show's Pop-Up Experience is an Adventure for the Taste Buds
Chocolate-Stuffed Burgers
The WORKS Craft Burgers & Beer Made a S'mores Burger for Canada Day
Dessert-Inspired Candy Experiences
HI-CHEW Unveils Dessert Mix With A New York Pop-Up Event
Holiday-Specific Beauty Pop-Ups
Beauty Pie is Launching a 'Beauty Pie Holiday Party' in Mayfair
Secret Salon Campaigns
Salon X Lets Consumers Experience a Secret Product Line
Self-Care Festival Activations
Tree Hut Set Up a Remix Your Self-Care Experience at Lollapalooza
Dog-Focused QSR Campaigns
The Hot Dog on a Stick Dog Days of Summer Campaign Treats Pooches
College-Inspired Haircare Pop-Ups
Monday Haircare Hosted an Interactive Pink Truck
Mix-and-Match Aroma Installations
The H&M Nolita Pop-Up Lets Guests Create NYC-Inspired Scents
QSR Summer Pop-Ups
McDonald's Mexico Launched a Summer-Themed Activation in Mexico
Hyper-Targeted Shoppable Posters
Glossier and Shop Launched Posters with Geo-Gated Location Tech
Immersive Virtual Pop-Ups
Benefit Launches Virtual 'Benemart' Concept for Holiday Shopping
Paralympic Athlete-Celebrating Cereals
Nestlé Cheerios is Launching the Bring the Cheer! Campaign
Anthropomorphic Store Campaigns
IKEA's Short Social Films Promote Its Click-and-Collect Service
Virtual Pub Museums
Heineken Pub Museums Spotlight Important Cultural Locations
Garden Shed Pop-Ups
Maison Margiela Fragrance Hosts a Charming Event in Bicester Village
Soccer-Themed Fragrance Pop-Ups
Hugo Boss Presents an Immersive Activation in Brazil and Argentina
Festive Advent Campaigns
Cadbury's 24 Out-of-Home Ads Represent the Countdown to Christmas
Discerning Drinker Pop-Ups
Fentimans' Pop-Up Inspires People to Choose More Interesting Beverages
Artisan-Inspired Private Label Chocolates
These Tesco Chocolate Bars Come in 10 Varieties
Celebratory Musical Snack Campaigns
This Butterkist Wicked Promotion Celebrates the Upcoming Movie
Summer-Themed Gourmet Chocolates
Compartés Chocolate Launches Elevated Summertime Collection
Stylish Soda Pop-Ups
Poppi World Enticed Health-Conscious, Fashionable Visitors During NYFW
Gameshow-Style Pop-Ups
The Jo Malone Christmas Special Attracts Visitors with a Prize Wheel
Fashion Lifestyle Pop-Up Events
Sundae School Hosts Their First Pop-Up in London
Sporty Ice Cream-Themed Activations
The Häagen-Dazs Flavour Club is Coming to the UK
Sporty Resort Capsules
Paper x Four Seasons Hampshire Host a Soft Pastel Pop-Up
Experiential Tea Pop-Ups
The House of Caramelised Biscuit Immersed Guests in a New Brew
Collaboration Easter Candy Collections
The Frankford Candy Easter Collection is Packed with Treats
Beer Brand-Supported Fashion Shows
Fashion Art Toronto Has Partnered with Kronenbourg 1664
Spooky Seasonal Libation Campaigns
The Heineken Meet the Chillers Campaign is Character-Driven
Sporty Laundromat Takeovers
Heineken's LaundroMatch Turns 24-Hour Laundromats into Sports Bars
Celebratory Hot Chocolate Promotions
This Cadbury 200th Anniversary Promotion is Launching Now
Co-Branded Drink Activations
The Cawston Press Frozen Fruit Waters Mobile Celebrates Inside Out 2
Experiential Giveaway Pop-Ups
The Moment Shop Helps AIR MILES Members Bring Experiences to Life
Chocolatey Cereal Snack Bars
Cadbury Brunch Choc Chip Bars are Sweetened with Chocolate and Honey
Chinese Tea Brand Pop-Ups
HEYTEA Celebrated a Successful Expansion into the French Market
Chocolate Spread Hot Air Balloons
Nutella Hosts an Immersive Hot Air Balloon Experience in Canada
Colorful Kitchen Pop-Ups
Primal Kitchen Partners with Pintrest for a Special Initiative
Intimate Customized Denim Events
Mars the Label Brings its Friends with Mars Event to London
Celebrity Offspring Pop-Up Restaurants
Uber Eats Brings Brooklyn Beckham's Cooking to Your Door
Branded Candy Easter Products
These Nestlé Easter Eggs Come in Two New Options for 2024
Peeling Cheese Packaging Billboards
This Babybel Billboard is Inspired by the Product's Packaging
Burger-Inspired Snack Cakes
The St Michel Choco Burger Has Soft Cake and Chocolate Mousse
Easter Chocolate-Themed Getaways
The Lindt Gold Bunny Getaway is Located in Carlsbad, California
Easy-to-Enjoy Easter Chocolates
Reese's Peanut Butter Mini Eggs Now Come Unwrapped
Vegan Beauty Pop-Ups
Kosmo will Debut its Collection of Velvety Lipstick Balms
Online Lifestyle-Inspired Street Festivals
The Xiaohongshu Street Life Festival is Exciting
Engaging Branded Pop-Up Kitchens
SOWN Celebrated the Launch of Its Oat Cold Foaming Cream
Chocolate Creme-Filled Treats
Cadbury Unveils its Seasonal White Chocolate Creme Egg for Easter
Cheeky Easter Candy Campaigns
HI-CHEW Unveils Save a (Chocolate) Bunny, Eat HI-CHEW Campaign
Artistic Libation Campaigns
The Madrí Excepcional 'Paint Your Pint' Competition Challenges Fans
Wellness Drink Mix Promotions
This Horlicks On-Pack Promotion Supports New Year Wellness
Bathing-Inspired Pop-Ups Bars
The #DoveDeluxeBar Shares Sensorial Cocktails & Mocktails
Celebratory Chocolate Brand Campaigns
Lindt & Sprüngli is Marking its 75th Anniversary
Botanical Bodycare Pop-Ups
Lush Turned a Store into a Secret Garden Pop-Up for a Special Collab
Pickleball-Themed Cosmetics Pop-Ups
MAC Hosted a Glow Play Summer Activation in Toronto
Cheeky Financial Stress-Alleviating Campaigns
HOPWTR Has Debuted a Creative Promotional Campaign
Playful QSR Campaigns
Cossette Forms the New McDonald's Campaign to Closest Restaurant
Handbag-Themed Bar Takeovers
Burberry Celebrates the Launch of its Rocking Horse Bag at MO Bar
Immersive Keyboard-Focused Events
Logitech's Pop Icon Keys Event Merges Technology and Expression
Springtime Snack Cake Promotions
The Mr Kipling and Cadbury Cake Easter campaign is Familial
Language App Pop-Ups
Duolingo Hosted an Interactive Street Society Event in Soho
Hot Milkshake Bars
Costa Coffee's Hot Milkshake Unbelieva-Bar is an Immersive London Pop-Up
Swirled Bunny Face Cakes
Paris Baguette is Selling a Bunny Face Chocolate Cake This Easter
Artisan-Inspired Springtime Easter Treats
These Brach’s Easter Products are Limited-Edition
Whimsical Chocolate-Inspired Experiences
Hershey's Chocolate World is Rolling Out Summer Offerings
Retailer Bakery Product Expansions
These New One Stop Lines are Perfect for Picnics and Sharing
Disruptive Hairstyling Campaigns
Bed Head's The Lab of Life Breaks the Fourth Wall
Mango-Scented Newspaper Ads
Swiggy Instamart Launched a Scented Campaign in the Times of India
Frozen Pizza-Centered Campaigns
Dr. Oetker Debuts the Frozen Pizza Publicist Campaign
Football-Themed Cereal Promotions
This Weetabix On-Pack Promo is Being Run with The FA in the UK
Chocolatier Holiday Games
Purdys Chocolatier's 'Where's Philbert?' Game is Launching for Easter
Immersive Spring-Themed Exhibits
Colors in Bloom Features 12 Immersive Rooms
Disaster Relief-Supporting Pr Initiatives
Publicity for Good Supports Hurricane Helene Relief
Tennis-Themed Pop-Ups
The Rubens At the Palace Hosts 'Sweet Serve' to Celebrate Wimbledon
Extensive Springtime Cafe Menus
The Costa Coffee Spring Menu is Launching on Leap Day
New Year Sandwich Promotions
This Urban Eat On-Pack Promo Offers Hundreds of Prizes Up for Grabs
Private Label Easter Treats
Sainsbury's Taste the Difference Easter Products are Spring-Ready