From immersive events that involve DJ sets to water slides set up to augment your regular morning commute, there have been plenty of creative brand activations executed over the past year that succeeded in creating a memorable brand interaction with consumers.
Aside from busy public squares, two places in particular that remain a top spot for brand activations are sporting events and music festivals. At this year's Wimbledon Championships, brands like Evian, Stella Artois and Pimm's launched immersive experiences that familiarized attendees with the lifestyle forwarded by the brand. A second hot bed for creative brand activations is music festivals. This year, Osheaga hosted a dynamic greenhouse experience in which guests could try out the brand's latest product range.
38 Creative Brand Activations
From Bike-Powered Outdoor Cinemas to Enchanting Garden Pop-Ups:
Rebecca Byers — Aug 15, 2015 — Marketing
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Branded Experiential Pop-Up Bars
This Fun Pimm's Pop-up Teapot Bar Was at Wimbledon 2015
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Experiential Breakfast Pop-Ups
Dorset Cereals Brand Launched a Breakfast Lodge Activation
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Urban Water Slide Events
Lipton Ice Tea Recently Created a 100-Meter-Long 'Rise & Slide'
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Touchscreen Sampling Bars
Beam Suntory's Interactive Booth Offers Bourbon Tasting at the Airport
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Branded Festival Pop-Up Motels
Fosters and Airbnb Created a Pop-up Motel at Finland's Provinssi
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Baby Food Brand Activations
Ella's Kitchen Hosted a Pop-up Event Featuring 150 Baby Consumers
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Luxe Sparkling Water Popups
Osheaga's Perrier Greenhouse Introduces an Escape within an Escape
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Opulent Champagne Eatery Pop-Ups
Krug Champagne Created an Upscale Fish & Chips Pop-Up for London
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Enchanting Garden Pop-Ups
The Comfort Intense Garden Showcases the Brand's New Fragrances
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Mobile Champagne Bars
Veuve Clicquot's Pop-Up Bar Concept Offers Luxury On the Go
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Upscale Water Brand Pop-Ups
The Evian Pop-Up Experience Opened Ahead of Wimbledon 2015
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Savory Cocktail Pop-Up Bars
Crackers Brand Jacob's Hosted a Snacktail Bar in London's Soho
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Vibrant Pop-Up Vodka Bars
The Ciroc 'London Riviera' Pop-Up Will Be Open for Five Months
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Bike-Powered Outdoor Cinemas
The Ben & Jerry's Pop-Up Movie Theater Used Renewable Energy
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Shrouded Beer Brand Activations
Swedish Cider Brand Kopparberg Hosted a Floral-Infused Event
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Social Media Vending Machines
IHeartRadio's Kiosk Turns Instagram Posts into Free Merchandise
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Sensorial Coffee Bar Pop-Ups
The Nespresso Connoisseur Club Experience is Multifaceted
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Emoji Drink-Ordering Bars
The Coconut Watering Hole Has People Order a Drink with Emojis
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Customized Candy Studios
Kit Kat's Custom Chocolate Bar Pop-Up Lets Customers Create new Flavors
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Wizardly Brand Activations
This Diagon Alley Event Took Place at London's King's Cross Station
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Pop-Up Seaside Dealerships
Tesla's Temporary Car Store Travels to Luxurious Summer Resorts
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Greek Yogurt Taste-Offs
Yoplait Yogurt Competes with Chobani for Customers' Approval and Affection
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Virtual Flight Experiences
Stella Artois Presented a VR-Powered Bird's Eye View of Wimbledon
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Airport Croquet Experiences
The Pimm's #CrazyCroquet Course is Located in Heathrow's Terminal 2
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Pop-Up Bloody Mary Bars
Vodka Brand Ketel One is Hosting a Summertime Pop-Up Bar in London
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Twitter-Powered Shopping Cranes
The Topshop Playland Pop-Up Lets Visitors Pay with a Tweet
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Dry Shampoo Pop-Up Salons
The Batiste Stylist Pop-Up Offered Free Hairstyling at a London Mall
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Nutty Pop-Up Kitchens
Longo's Grocery Store Pop-Up Takes the Form of a Tasty Nutella Creperie
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Social Currency Shops
The ooVootique Lets Social Media Influencers Trade ooVoo Friends for Merch
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Branded Biscuit Installations
Cadbury Created a Giant Tin for the Launch of Dairy Milk Oat Crunch
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Positivity-Rewarding Cafes
Marmite's Twitter Shop Treats 'Lovers' for Free, While 'Haters' Pay
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Champagne Bar Pop-Ups
Selfridges is Celebrating Champagne Week with a Pop-Up Champagne Tasting
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Fruit Currency Bars
The 'Orange Amnesty' Pop-Up Bar by Aperol Spritz Accepts Oranges as Payment
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Cheese-Sampling Photobooths
The Laughing Cow Has Embarked on a Tour Promoting a New Product
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Scent-Driven Mall Activations
This Air Wick Life Scents Pop-Up is a Full-On Sensory Experience
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Male Pampering Pop-Ups
The Pop-Up Bottega Veneta Barber Shop Debuts the Brand's Shave Line
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Bathroom Retailer Pop-Ups
QLoo Launched a Clever Activation at the 2015 Wimbledon Championships
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Insect-Infused Pop-Up Eateries
Rentokil's Traveling 'Pestaurant' Celebrates the Brand's 80 Years
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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
Experimental Film Motels
The Mountain Dew Borderlands Motel Brings the Video Game to Life
Customizable Shoe Decorating Events
adidas Hosts a DIY 'Style Your Toe' Pop-Up Event in Hong Kong
Marathon-Inspired NYC Pop-Ups
Bandit x ASICS Partner for a New Capsule and Immersive Experience
Spontaneous Summer Picnics
Absolut Vodka & Sprite's HANGOUT-OF-HOME Inspires Unplanned Gatherings
Eco-Friendly Retail Pop-Ups
Stella McCartney's Ibiza Pop-Up Uses Recycled Wood; Efficient Lighting
Exclusive Brand Ambassador Programs
Better for All Seeks to Promote More Eco-Friendly Practices
Lab-Themed Hair Pop-Ups
Garnier Fructis Showcases its New Collection Through a Scientific Pop-Up
Premium Clean-Cut Drink Branding
The Sparkling ICE Branding Refresh Enhances Visibility
Traveling Luxury Retail Events
The Bal Harbour Shops Access Pop-Up Tour is a Unique Concept
Parisian Airport Pop-Ups
Moët Hennessy's Paris Concept Event Featured Travel Exclusives
Groundbreaking AR Posters
Wall's Out-of-Home Ads Make AR Experiences Unmissable with WinDOOH Tech
Hug-Inspired Olympics Campaigns
Coca-Cola's Summer Olympics Campaign was Inspired by True Events
Exclusive Olympic Viewing Events
Airbnb Icons Invites Guests to Experience the Paris 2024 Olympics
Multi-Sensory ASMR Experiences
Valentino Beauty's Dubai Airport Pop-Up Featured Gilded Visuals
Desert-Inspired Boutique Pop-Ups
Amouage Hosted an Omani Desert Pop-Up in L.A.
Illustrative 420 Campaigns
Vizie Unveils His Latest Work for Grassroots' 420 Campaign
In-Game Billboard Advertising
Gameloft Enables Partners to Advertise Natively in its Games
Logo-Centric Soccer Campaigns
Apple Introduces the MLS Seasons Pass Campaign Visuals
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
Photosensitive Book Experiences
Fruittella's the Outside Book is a One-Of-A-Kind Campaign
Star-Studded Tech Campaigns
Jewellery Pros and Music Talent Promote the Bose Ultra Open Earbuds
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
Seasonal Phone Booth Activations
Spotify's Q4 is Calling Urges Brands to Start Holiday Advertising
Gen Z-Centric Campaigns
Urban Outfitters' Shift Happens Campaign Has Three Phases
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
Luxe Pop-Up Experiences
Victoria Beckham Beauty Hosts an 8-Day Pop-Up for New Fragrance Launch
Film-Inspired Cocktail Experiences
Absolut Vodka Hosted a Wicked Cocktail Event in NYC
Edgy Futuristic Activations
The Oakley Exoplanetary Bunker in Paris is Otherworldly
Amalfi Coast-Inspired Pop-Ups
e.l.f. Cosmetics Hosted a Beach Club Activation in Brooklyn
Jelly Sandal Pop-Ups
Melissa will Host a Vibrant 'Melissa Frizzante' Event in Paris
Novel Fitness Raves
Les Mills and adidas Offered a Ground-Breaking Fitness Rave Event
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
Hydrating Outdoor Billboards
Gatorade's BPM Pay Panels Replenish Urban Athletees on the Go
Immersive Entertainment Venues
Netflix Houses Feature Eateries, Experiential Activities & More
Nature-Reconnecting Art Installations
Birkenstock Presents the Highwood Installation
Premium Athleisure Retail Concepts
CASA FILA is an Experiential Pop-Up in NYC
Urban Sneaker-Inspired Exhibits
Museum of Graffiti Introduces the Sneaker Stories Pop-Up Exhibit
Therapeutic Nature-Inspired Campaigns
Craghoppers Introduces Its Autumn/winter 2024 Campaign
Mindful Athletic Brand Initiatives
Nike's 'Wellness Collective' Promotes 5 Key Wellness Pillars
Visual Museum Campaigns
MoMA’s New Museum Campaign Transforms NYC into an Art Lover’s Paradise
Soda Logo Rebranding Campaigns
Pepsi's New Logo Goes Across the Globe with a Bright Light Show
Creativity Time Capsules
Crayola's Campaign for Creativity Reunites Adults with Childhood Art
Candy-Supported Movie Events
M&M's® Partners with Outdoor Summer Movie Events in Canada
Music Ticketing Campaigns
Coors Light Introduces 'Fix Tixflation' for Music Entertainment
Scented Fast Food Billboards
McDonald's Set Up a French Fry-Scented Billboard
Immersive Scotch Whisky Journeys
The Macallan Celebrated 200 Years with a Multisensory Experience
Vibrant Inclusive Playground Exhibitions
Wade and Leta Presents the Falling Into Place Exhibition
Gamified In-Airport Activations
Haribo's Mobile Games Gives People of All Ages the Chance to Win
Family-Friendly LEGO Installations
The National Bank Open will Feature an Interactive LEGO Pop-Up
Pollution-Removing Murals
This Campaign Sucks by Dentsu Brings Awareness to London's Air Quality
Environment-First Tourism Festivals
Paradise City Festival in Belgium Won Sustainability Awards
Interactive Cosmetics Retail Stores
Watsons Upgrades its Stores for Gen Z and Gen Alpha Consumers
Interactive Soccer Campaign
Michelob ULTRA Has Announced Its Largest Summer Initiative to Date
Everyday Material Colorful Pavilions
Foster + Partners and NEON Create Two Pavilions in London
Self-Care Festival Activations
Tree Hut Set Up a Remix Your Self-Care Experience at Lollapalooza
Cosmic Beverage Activations
CELSIUS Energy Promotes its Space Vibe Trilogy with a Coachella Event
Immersive Virtual Pop-Ups
Benefit Launches Virtual 'Benemart' Concept for Holiday Shopping
Garden-Themed Activewear Capsules
MoveActive's Garden Party Collection is Eye-Catching
QSR Summer Pop-Ups
McDonald's Mexico Launched a Summer-Themed Activation in Mexico
Festival-Inspired Fragrances
Natura Captured Molecules at Music Events to Make Two Fragrances
Discerning Drinker Pop-Ups
Fentimans' Pop-Up Inspires People to Choose More Interesting Beverages
Virtual Pub Museums
Heineken Pub Museums Spotlight Important Cultural Locations
Visual Beer Brand Identities
Grolsch Has Unveiled a New Visual Brand Identity in Canada
Garden Shed Pop-Ups
Maison Margiela Fragrance Hosts a Charming Event in Bicester Village
Fall-Ready Denim Campaigns
Pacsun Launched Its Interactive Better in Baggy Denim Campaign
Soccer-Themed Fragrance Pop-Ups
Hugo Boss Presents an Immersive Activation in Brazil and Argentina
Climate-Based Skincare Pop-Ups
AXIS-Y and Senti Senti will Celebrate the Brand's Latest Launch
Comprehensive Self-Care Events
The Wellness Oasis™ is Running During Miami Art Week 2024
Dynamic Art Exhibitions
The 'Art in Motion' Exhibition Features Moving Artworks
Car-Specific Video Commerce
Audi and Bambuser Make a Significant Evolution in Business Strategy
Inventive Retail Strategies
H&M is Working to Localize Its Shopping Experience
Revamped Museum Brand Identities
The Brooklyn Museum Has Updated Its Branding Aesthetic
Streaming Service Expansions
Spotify Launched an In-house Creative Agency, Spotify Creative Lab
Footballer-Backed Global Campaigns
Pepsi Unveils the 'Where There's a Ball There's a Way' Campaign
Virtual Brand Fragrance Experiences
L'Occitane en Provence Launches a Line of Summer Fragrances
Co-Branded Custom Ads
Lexus and Universal Pictures Partner for the 'Experience OZmazing' Spot
Stylish Soda Pop-Ups
Poppi World Enticed Health-Conscious, Fashionable Visitors During NYFW
Playful Creativity-Focused Campaigns
Sharpie® Launches the World is Your Canvas Tour
Sporty Resort Capsules
Paper x Four Seasons Hampshire Host a Soft Pastel Pop-Up
Streetside Challenge Billboards
Gymbox Start Line Encourages Passersby to Try a Short Dash
Pop Culture-Inspired Rentals
Airbnb Unveils the New 'Icons' Experiences for Short-Term Guests
Co-Branded Drink Activations
The Cawston Press Frozen Fruit Waters Mobile Celebrates Inside Out 2
Beer-Branded Fashion Capsules
805 Beer Has Unveiled Its Latest Spring 2024 Fashion Capsule
Film Festival Retail Events
The TIFF Pop-Up Shop Features Exclusive 2024 Merch and Apparel
Chinese Tea Brand Pop-Ups
HEYTEA Celebrated a Successful Expansion into the French Market
Intimate Customized Denim Events
Mars the Label Brings its Friends with Mars Event to London
Sensory Explorative Art Exhibitions
Chromasonic Presents the Making Sense of Color Exhibition
Interactive Tennis Activations
Fresh Del Monte Engaged Healthy Eating Fans at the 2024 Miami Open
Peeling Cheese Packaging Billboards
This Babybel Billboard is Inspired by the Product's Packaging
Brand-Boosting Social Media Contests
Iconic Beverage Group Debuts the Iconic Agua Challenge
Travel-inspired Brand Campaigns
Michelin Launches the On the Road and Beyond! Campaign
Branded Music Festivals
Procter & Gamble & Live Nation Urban Present ONE Musicfest
Online Lifestyle-Inspired Street Festivals
The Xiaohongshu Street Life Festival is Exciting
Parkside Luggage Pop-Ups
BÉIS Camp is Popping Up Near Four National Parks
Minimizing Phone Usage Initiatives
Heineken's Latest Campaign Addresses Phone Use at Music Events
Interactive App-Themed Game Maps
Twitch Unveiled 'The Glitch' Brand Map in Fortnite for Twitchcon
Racing Motif Pop-Ups
Mytheresa x Flamingo Estate Transform an Auto Shop for a Unique Experience
Artistic Libation Campaigns
The Madrí Excepcional 'Paint Your Pint' Competition Challenges Fans
Immersive Gaming Activations
The Samsung Odyssey Gaming Booth Launches at Toronto's Union Station
Immersive Garden Bar Experiences
BLOOM Explores America's First Botanical Garden in NYC
Dynamic Immersive Play Museums
LEGO Group Presents the Superhero Studios Initiative in Paris
Filmmaker-Inspired Pop-Ups
Montblanc Debuts Los Angeles Pop-Up Inspired by Wes Anderson Aesthetics
Anniversary-Celebrating Storytelling Ads
The Walt Disney Company Mark Marvel's 85th Anniversary
Physical Activity-Promoting Initiatives
Cadillac Fairview Joins the Canadian Olympic Committee
Rock Climbing Festivals
The North Face will Host its Climb Festival at NYC’s Brooklyn Bridge Park
Creatively Sponsored Art Events
Sharpie is Sponsoring the Upcoming Art Battle Event in Los Angeles
Influencer-Based Gaming Activations
Niantic Taps Google to Recruit Creators for Pokémon GO Fest
Luxury Shopping Activations
Bal Harbour Shops Unveiled Designer Installations
Pickleball-Themed Cosmetics Pop-Ups
MAC Hosted a Glow Play Summer Activation in Toronto
Outdoor Toronto Film Festivals
The Lavazza IncluCity Film Festival is Back from June to July
Global Storytelling Initatives
Vans Announces its Narrative-Centric Always Pushing Campaign
Innovative Digital Signage
Creative Realities Enhances Fan Engagement & Outcomes with New Signage
Summer Patio Pop-Ups
The Sol Patio+ Provides a Comfortable Place to Wait for a Table
Adventure-Focused Social Platforms
Outside Debuts an All-In-One Experience for Outdoor Enthusiasts
Olympics-Themed Tech Accessories
These Samsung 2024 Summer Olympics Accessories are Creative
Immersive Keyboard-Focused Events
Logitech's Pop Icon Keys Event Merges Technology and Expression
Rooftop Clothing Pop-Ups
Ami Paris Unveils Summer Pop-up at Galeries Lafayette with Terrace
Cannabis Festival Collaborations
STIIZY Teams Up with Outside Lands on a New Festival Activation
Recycled Phonecase Art Installations
Casetify Creates Public Displays for Journey to Re/Birth
Advanced Retail Campaign Kiosks
Freeosk and Place Exchange Partnered for Integrated Campaigns
Wellness Lifestyle Clubs
The Health Cafe Introduces Social Wellness Programming in Toronto
Athletic Wellness Activations
Dove and Well+Good Host Confidence Court at the US Open
Creative Sun Safety Installations
Giant Beach Installation is a Reminder to Practice Sun Safety
Crafted Holiday Activations
Loews Hotels & Co will Offer Festive Pop-Ups and Seasonal Sips
Fashion-Forward Hotel Transformations
SO/Paris Gets a New Design with Annual Lobby Activations
Broken Bike Lock Furniture
Design Students Showcase the People and Places Exhibition
Event Shuttle Rideshare Services
Uber Shuttle is Targeted Towards Sporting Events and Concerts
Luxurious Wine Pop-Ups
Kim Crawford will Host a Golden Wine Lounge at The Well Toronto
Designer DJ Events
AMI Paris will Host a Rooftop Party at Galeries Lafayette Paris Haussmann
Light Garden Installations
Imaginarium360 is an Immersive Walkthrough Garden Event
Hotel-Led Vintage Markets
The MOB Hôtel Hosted a Vintage Market, an Eco Conference and Workshops
Double-Decker Bus Tastings
Nyetimber Will Host a Tasting Event on a Double-Decker Bus at the Savoy
Tennis-Themed Pop-Ups
The Rubens At the Palace Hosts 'Sweet Serve' to Celebrate Wimbledon
Unique Urban Event Hires
London is Renting Tube Stations, Cable Cars, and Piers for Private Hire