As immersive brand pop-ups increase in frequency and size, new takes on classic event concepts are emerging to the delight of consumers. From tranquil gin pop-ups in botanic gardens to customer appreciation yoga events in-store, brands are targeting overworked, busy consumers by providing them with unexpected moments of delight.
Often popping up in places where consumers would find themselves during their daily routine, these brand activations serve as a great opportunity for product education and face-to-face interaction with individuals.
A great example of this is the relaxation-focused station Zappos hosted recently at Wanderlust Festival. The yoga-themed 'Escape' booth provided a space to practice yoga, get their hair done, visit the apothecary bar or rejuvenate while enjoying some healthy juice.
23 Relaxing Brand Pop-Ups
From Rejuvenating Festival Stations to Enchanting Garden Pop-Ups:
Rebecca Byers — Jan 20, 2016 — 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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Urban Water Slide Events
Lipton Ice Tea Recently Created a 100-Meter-Long 'Rise & Slide'
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Botanical Oasis Gin Experiences
Hendrick's Gin Held a Horticultural Pop-Up Earlier This Year
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Opulent Champagne Eatery Pop-Ups
Krug Champagne Created an Upscale Fish & Chips Pop-Up for London
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Floating Market Soda Pop-Ups
The Schweppes Floating Market Has Set Its Sails in Australia
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Enchanting Garden Pop-Ups
The Comfort Intense Garden Showcases the Brand's New Fragrances
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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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Rejuvenating Holiday Pop-Ups
This RBC Avion Shop Rewards Customers for the Holidays
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Shrouded Beer Brand Activations
Swedish Cider Brand Kopparberg Hosted a Floral-Infused Event
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Boozy Bath Pop-Ups
This Pop-Up Event by 'Bathstore' Brings Champagne Bubble Baths to Consumers
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Emoji Drink-Ordering Bars
The Coconut Watering Hole Has People Order a Drink with Emojis
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Vacation-Inspired VR Events
This Kayak Pop-Up Transported People to Miami Via VR
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Grove-Inspired Yogurt Experiences
Onken Recently Held a Yogurt-Themed Fruit Grove Pop-Up in London
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Multi-Sensory Gin Tastings
Bombay Sapphire's 'Gin Journey' Awakens All of a Fan's Senses
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Gin Garden Experiences
The MCA's Archie Rose Pop-Up Serves Up Handcrafted Cocktails
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Luxury Vehicle Garden Pop-Ups
Lexus Recently Partnered with Harvey Nichols for a Garden Pop-Up
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Rejuvenating Festival Stations
Zappos' 'Escape' Wanderlust Festival Booth Revives People & Phones
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Zen Furniture Events
Leon's Encourages Finding Peace at Home with a relaxing Yoga Event
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Rejuvenating Festival Cabanas
Hawaiian Tropic's Outdoor Cabana Offers Refreshment at Coachella
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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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Botanical Gin Workshops
This Bombay Sapphire Gin Workshop Features Custom Cocktails
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Cozy Holiday Lounges
Southern Comfort's Christmas Pop-Up is a Welcoming Place to Kick Back
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Branded Yoga Events
Bud Light Hosted a Celebrity Yoga Class with Drew and Nick of 98 Degrees
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UK Beauty Summer Pop-Ups
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Jelly Sandal Pop-Ups
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Novel Fitness Raves
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Pop-Up Luggage Retail Activations
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Terrace Brand Endeavors
Louis Vuitton Features its Latest Collection at a Beachfront Pop-Up
Mindful Athletic Brand Initiatives
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Digital Travel Retail Experiences
Clarins Debuted an Initiative at the Airport in Hainan, China
Nature-Reconnecting Art Installations
Birkenstock Presents the Highwood Installation
Immersive Coffee Pop-Ups
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Unique Cosmetics Launch Events
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Premium Athleisure Retail Concepts
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Retail-Based Pop-Star Takeovers
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Comprehensive Self-Care Events
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Urban Sneaker-Inspired Exhibits
Museum of Graffiti Introduces the Sneaker Stories Pop-Up Exhibit
Nostalgia-Inspired Experiences
Bubble Planet Creates a Sensory Journey with Distinct Bubble Rooms
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HappyPop Boasts Colorful Packaging & Performance-Driven Formulas
Authentication Awareness Pop-Ups
The RealReal Pop-Up Showcases Handbags at Dupe Store Installation
Secret Sleep Pop-Ups
The IKEA Sleepeasy Welcomes Guests Through a Hidden Door
Immersive Intimate Brand Pop-Ups
The Knix Pop-Up in Yorkdale Shopping Centre is Exciting
Express Beauty Festival Activations
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Vintage Camera Experiences
Nikon’s Vintage Pop-Up Diner Teases the Past at Yorkdale Mall
Luxurious Lipstick Pop-Ups
Valentino Beauty will Host a Spike Valentino Pop-Up in NYC
Stylish NYC Holiday Pop-Ups
The dh New York x Wyld Blue Event will Feature dh's Holiday Collection
Festive Bourbon Pop-Ups
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Interactive Cosmetics Retail Stores
Watsons Upgrades its Stores for Gen Z and Gen Alpha Consumers
Self-Care Festival Activations
Tree Hut Set Up a Remix Your Self-Care Experience at Lollapalooza
Scandinavian-Inspired Yurt Pop-Ups
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Gameshow-Style Pop-Ups
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Luxury Fabric Pop-Ups
The Extreme Cashmere Pop-Up Brings Luxe Sustainability to NYC
Mix-and-Match Aroma Installations
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QSR Summer Pop-Ups
McDonald's Mexico Launched a Summer-Themed Activation in Mexico
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Natura Captured Molecules at Music Events to Make Two Fragrances
Garden Shed Pop-Ups
Maison Margiela Fragrance Hosts a Charming Event in Bicester Village
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Pacsun Launched Its Interactive Better in Baggy Denim Campaign
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Soccer-Themed Fragrance Pop-Ups
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Climate-Based Skincare Pop-Ups
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Transportive Italian Pop-Ups
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Black Women-Focused Haircare Pop-Ups
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Virtual Brand Fragrance Experiences
L'Occitane en Provence Launches a Line of Summer Fragrances
Stylish Soda Pop-Ups
Poppi World Enticed Health-Conscious, Fashionable Visitors During NYFW
Unique Wedding Pop-Up Events
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Fashion Lifestyle Pop-Up Events
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Sporty Resort Capsules
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Experiential Tea Pop-Ups
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Designer Beach Resort Experiences
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LUSH Oxford Street Welcomes The Poetry Pharmacy
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Skincare Tailgate Tours
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The Moment Shop Helps AIR MILES Members Bring Experiences to Life
Luxe Body Care Pop-Ups
The Hermès Le Bain Pop-Up is a Holt Renfrew Exclusive Event
Chinese Tea Brand Pop-Ups
HEYTEA Celebrated a Successful Expansion into the French Market
Customer-Exclusive Brand Trips
Cocokind is Hosting a Customer Brand Trip to Napa Valley in 2025
Colorful Kitchen Pop-Ups
Primal Kitchen Partners with Pintrest for a Special Initiative
Wellness Lifestyle Clubs
The Health Cafe Introduces Social Wellness Programming in Toronto
Intimate Customized Denim Events
Mars the Label Brings its Friends with Mars Event to London
Fresh-Frozen Herb Brands
Dorot Gardens Has Unveiled a Rebrand Centered Around Its New Tagline
Vegan Beauty Pop-Ups
Kosmo will Debut its Collection of Velvety Lipstick Balms
Parkside Luggage Pop-Ups
BÉIS Camp is Popping Up Near Four National Parks
Eco-Friendly Spa Capsules
Divana Unveils a New Sustainable Collection Composed of Eight Scents
Timeless Footwear Pop-Up Boutiques
The Sergio Rossi Pop-Up Store Opened in Cannes
Racing Motif Pop-Ups
Mytheresa x Flamingo Estate Transform an Auto Shop for a Unique Experience
Immersive Garden Bar Experiences
BLOOM Explores America's First Botanical Garden in NYC
Filmmaker-Inspired Pop-Ups
Montblanc Debuts Los Angeles Pop-Up Inspired by Wes Anderson Aesthetics
Performance-Driven Designer Experiences
Hermès Hosts the Cinematic 'On The Wings Of Hermes' Event
Post-Concert Beauty Services
Biossance Partners with the St. Regis Toronto to Enhance Relaxation
Botanical Bodycare Pop-Ups
Lush Turned a Store into a Secret Garden Pop-Up for a Special Collab
Luxury Brand Spa Takeovers
Dior Offers Exclusive Wellness Experience at the Beverly Hills Hotel
Drop-In Wellness Solutions
Beyond Yoga Launches a New Wellness Pop-Up in New York City
Crafted Holiday Activations
Loews Hotels & Co will Offer Festive Pop-Ups and Seasonal Sips
Pickleball-Themed Cosmetics Pop-Ups
MAC Hosted a Glow Play Summer Activation in Toronto
Resourceful Digital Platform Events
Meta will Host an Immersive Instagram Family Pop-Up in NYC
Summer Patio Pop-Ups
The Sol Patio+ Provides a Comfortable Place to Wait for a Table
Holiday Sports Fashion Pop-Ups
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Sensitive Skincare Pop-Ups
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Language App Pop-Ups
Duolingo Hosted an Interactive Street Society Event in Soho
Rapper-Approved Pop-Ups
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Immersive Keyboard-Focused Events
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Natural Product-Focused Holiday Bazaars
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Sustainable Festival Pop-Ups
Barbour and Oxfam Debut a Sustainable Rental Pop-Up at Glastonbury
Cannabis Festival Collaborations
STIIZY Teams Up with Outside Lands on a New Festival Activation
French Peach Liqueur Pop-Ups
Juliette Liqueur will Host an NYC Event with Bottle Engravings
Eco-Friendly Artisan Markets
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Natural Remedy Experiences
The THAYERS Pop-Up in London Spotlights the Brand's Witch Hazel Toner
Festival Season Snack Campaigns
KP Snacks and Live Nation Partnered for a New Popchips Campaign
Ultra-Green Deadstock Stores
The Kisarazu Concept Store is Deeply Rooted in Sustainable Practices
Luxurious Wine Pop-Ups
Kim Crawford will Host a Golden Wine Lounge at The Well Toronto
Immersive Balloon Experiences
The Balloon Story Pop-Up Event is Whimsical and Imaginative
Tennis-Themed Pop-Ups
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