The top February 2016 interactive trends highlights innovations such as digital in-store displays and activations that require participation from consumers.
Toilet cleaner brand Bloo's recently took to the streets of London's St Paul's neighborhood with an interactive activation that featured an enormous fiberglass toilet. The event, officially called 'Bloo Monday,' aimed to infuse the daily commute with a bit of playfulness. Giving out flowers and inviting guests to write down something that was making them "Bloo" and flush it down the giant toilet. Additionally, the event featured a brass band who played a number of uplifting tunes.
The top February 2016 interactive trends speak to the desire for meaningful, memorable experiences that are likely to form the basis of a loyal relationship between brand and consumer.
Top 65 Interactive Trends in February
From Outdoor Urban Gym Pop-Ups to Interactive Beer Fridges:
Rebecca Byers — Feb 27, 2016 — Marketing

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Branded Fitness Park Pop-Ups
This Reebok Pop-Up Brings the Gym Outside in London

64
Flavor-Swapping Chip Promotions
The 'Flavor Swap' Campaign Pits Old Flavors Against New Ones
63
Luxury Car Digital Experiences
This Bentley Digital Experience Took Over an Amsterdam Hotel
62
Curbside Cupboard Pop-Ups
This KD Pop-Up Celebrated the Launch of the Brand's New Name
61
Co-Branded Grooming Events
The Carlsberg Ted Baker Event Celebrated the End of Movember
60
Oversized Billiards Promotions
This Citroen Event Showcased the Brand's New Airbump Technology
59
Multi-Dimensional Dining Experiences
The 'Chambers of Flavour' Events are Packed with Suprises
58
Festive Chocolate-Covered Pop-Ups
The Cadbury Christmas Grotto is Part of Its UK Advent Tour
57
Wine Discovery Stores
This Winestore Features Clever Signage and an Interactive Tasting Station
56
Winter-Themed Whiskey Pop-Ups
The Hedonist Project and Diageo Launch a Festive Holiday Bar
55
On-Demand VIP Store Hours
The Kenneth Cole Bowery Flagship Will Open at All Hours for VIPs
54
Holiday Candy Pawnshop Pop-Ups
The Skittles Holiday Pawn Shop Trades Candy for Unwanted Gifts
53
Virtual Reality Santa Visits
The JCPenney VR Santa Experience is Driving In-Store Traffic
52
Urban Safari Treehouse Pop-Ups
This Enormous Activation is for the Lion Sands Game Reserve
51
Musical Marketing Strategies
The 'Bach to Rock' Program Relies on Grassroots Marketing
50
Speakeasy-Inspired Dining Experiences
This Restaurant Delivers the Full Speakeasy Experience
49
Immersive TV-Themed Bars
This Immersive Brewery Experience is Based on the TV Show Breaking Bad
48
Swedish Furniture Brand Exhibits
A IKEA Exhibition on Storage Will Go on Display in London
47
Vacation-Inspired VR Events
This Kayak Pop-Up Transported People to Miami Via VR
46
Underwater Social Adventures
Oris' Social Media Experience Takes Instagram Users Underwater
45
Outdoor Urban Gym Pop-Ups
Fitness Supplements Brand Maxinutrition Will Host an Outdoor Gym
44
Literary Travel Games
Travelzoo's Map Challenges Bookworms to Win a Literary-Themed Holiday
43
Interactive Dining Events
This Restaurant Combines Interactive Theatre with Fine Dining
42
In-Store Movie Experiences
A Series of In-Store Star Wars Activities Delight Tesco's Customers
41
Giant Cheeseboard Tastings
Jacob's Held a London Event with a 40-meter-long Cheeseboard
40
Mindful Fitness Campaigns
New York Sports Clubs' Latest Ads is Actively Encouraging
39
Wizardly Valentine's Day Diners
This Promotion Involves Dining in the Great Hall of Hogwarts
38
Interactive Wine Tables
Graphene 3D Lab and Ideum Elevate Wine Experiences with Technology
37
Snowy White Christmas Pop-Ups
The Cadbury Festive Joy Tour Continues to Spread Joy in the UK
36
Wine Store Bars
'WineStyles' is a Retail Store During the Day and a Tasting Bar at Night
35
Wine Discovery Units
Etude's Countertop Display Promotes Discovery of a Wine's Origins
34
Open-Kitchen Dining Experiences
This Restaurant Prepares Each Meal in Front of Diners
33
Exclusive Influencer Apps
Celebrities are Helping to Boost Twitter Moments with New Social Tools
32
Parisian-Inspired Dining Experiences
This Themed Dinner Party Involved an Immersive Atmosphere
31
Adventure Travel Brand Challenges
This Red Bull Challenge Will Have Teams Barter with Cans
30
Blue Monday Happiness Promotions
Toilet Cleaner Brand Bloo's Delighted Consumers with Bloo Monday
29
In-Store Holiday AR Events
Tesco Mobile Ireland Hosted an In-Store Holiday AR Experience
28
Festive Scented Taxi Cabs
Molton Brown's 'Christmas Carriages' Offer Induglent Rides
27
Mobile Tourism Truck Pop-Ups
Visit Florida and Hertz Teamed Up for an Event in London
26
Burger-Naming Contests
This Chain is Giving Fans an Opportunity to Name Its New Burger
25
Digital Hispanic Emoticons
The Latino Emojis Keyboard Offers Consumers a More Inclusive Experience
24
Mysterious Restaurant Campaigns
The Latest Taco Bell Campaign Teases a New Product Launch
23
Personalized 3D-Printed Shavers
Philips is Now Helping Consumers Make Their Own Electric Shavers
22
Personalized Digital Gift Wrap
The Burberry WeChat Account Was Launched Ahead of Lunar New Year
21
RFID Wine Displays
Vistasys' Information Kiosk Scans Wine Bottles to Reveal Product Facts
20
Consumer-Driven Soup Competitions
The Glorious! Soup Brand is Asking Fans to Create a New Flavor
19
Ad-Replacing Short Stories
Matchbook's Ad Stories Brings More Substance to Website Sidebars
18
Breakfast Vending Machines
Quaker's Pop-Up Breakfast Vending Machine Doles Out Free Meals
17
Pre-Roll Race Ads
This Mini Cooper Challenge Turns a Pre-Roll Ad Into a Game
16
Prisoner's Dilemma-Inspired Eateries
The 'Betrayers’ Banquet' is a Psychological Dining Experiment
15
Interactive Beer Fridges
Bud Light's Digital Fridge Displays Reveal Branded Content
14
Dynamic Wine Signage
Total Wine and More's Retail Signage Uses Video to Reveal Product Origins
13
Hair-Raising Interactive Posters
This Movie Poster Design Gives People a Feel for Carrie's Powers
12
Musical Coffee Promotions
The Starbucks App Now Allows Customers to Discover In-Store Music
11
Branded Concierge Services
The FordPass Promotion Gives Car Owners Access to Special Perks
10
Touchscreen Fashion Displays
At Harrods, Adidas Uses an Interactive Product Browser to Model Goods
9
Fast Food College Scholarships
The 'Live Más Scholarship' Does Not Target Athletes or Scholars
8
OLED Stargazing Pranks
LG's TV Prank Tricks the Public into Seeing Stars
7
Transport-Themed Museum Cafes
This Cafe Celebrates London's Transit System with Tube-Themed Drinks
6
Movie-Interrupting Pranks
Tivo's Movie Stunt Disturbs a Film's Climax with a Commercial Break
5
Streaming Service Kiosks
A Spotify Pop-Up Has Launched Inside London's King's Cross Station
4
High-Tech Family Eateries
Restaurant Technology at Richtree Natural Market Enriches Experiences
3
Backyard Design Kiosks
Canadian Tire's Patio Builder Tool Helps Consumers Visualize with VR
2
Digital Santa Claus Selfies
UK Retailer GAME Implemented an Augmented Reality System for Shoppers
1
Livestreamed City Tours
'Play Melbourne Live' Provides a Peek at the City Through Periscope
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Mixologist-Crafted Beverage Creations
PepsiCo will Host a 'DRIPS by Pepsi' Pop-Up in New York
Technology-Driven Retail Spaces
ARK Visual Unveils Future Stores as an Immersive Retail Identity
Experiential Luggage Events
The BÉIS Bloomingdale’s Takeover Featured a Human Claw Machine
Customizable Shoe Decorating Events
adidas Hosts a DIY 'Style Your Toe' Pop-Up Event in Hong Kong
Gourmet Burgers-Inspired Slime Kits
Trill Burgers Collaborates with Sloomoo Institute
Travel-Inspired Skincare Pop-Ups
Drunk Elephant Launched a ‘See Yourself in a New Flight’ Pop-Up
Immersive Fashion Pop-Ups
SHEIN Launches Multi-Category Toronto Shopping Experience This Spring
Traveling Luxury Retail Events
The Bal Harbour Shops Access Pop-Up Tour is a Unique Concept
Cinematic Holiday Retail Pop-Ups
Bloomingdale's Announced a 'Wicked Good Holiday' Campaign
Irish Stout Campaigns
Guinness Unveiled its St. Patrick’s Day Campaign
College-Targeted Food Pop-Ups
Uber Hosts 'The One Shop' Across University Campuses
Luxury Bowling-Inspired Installations
Jacquemus Brings Flair with an Immersive Store Experience
Unique TV Series Pop-Ups
Lillet x Emily in Paris Presents the Café de Lillet Experience in NYC
Sober October Campaigns
Kit NA Brewing Launched 'Under Your Own Influence Sober October'
90's Archival Footwear Pop-Ups
Dr. Martens Hosted a 'Buzz Bus' in NYC
Premium Clean-Cut Drink Branding
The Sparkling ICE Branding Refresh Enhances Visibility
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
Digital Debit Card Campaigns
Interac Introduces 'The Lost Wallet Board' Installation in Toronto
AI-Powered Bakery Pop-Ups
The Betty Crocker Dream Bake Studio Beats "Baker's Block" with AI
Modern Newsstand Skincare Pop-Ups
Neutrogena x AIRE Health Hosted a Thematic Event
Digital Cosmetics Pop-Ups
Oh My Cream! Launched a Digital Pop-Up to Showcase Nine Brands
Immersive Brand Concepts
LG Hosted its 'Affectionate Intelligence' Event at CES 2025
Design-Forward Toilet Campaigns
Kohler Co. and Laura Kim Launch 'Design Changes Everything'
Purposeful Consumer-Focused Campaigns
IKEA's Sleepfluencers Campaign is a Clever Way to Give Back
Brick-and-Mortar Collectibles Stores
POP MART Debuted Its First Permanent Store in the Netherlands
Urban Bottle Sustainable Initiatives
Heineken Presents Fields Green With Grass, Not Glass
Functional Effervescent Refreshments
Bloom Pop Will Arrive in Five Flavors
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
Fridge-Decorating Social Trends
Bed Bath & Beyond Participated in 'Fridgescaping' Trend
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
Box-Office-Themed Travel Pop-Ups
Intrepid x TIFF Host an Experiential Travel Activation
Influencer-Focused Retail Stores
Princess Polly is Adding New Stores with Selfie Mirrors, Events
Ice Cream Sandwich Pop-Ups
Chips Ahoy! Pop-Up to Serve Free Ice Cream in NYC
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
Novel Fitness Raves
Les Mills and adidas Offered a Ground-Breaking Fitness Rave Event
Pop-Culture-Inspired Soda Drinks
Cool Sips Embraces Pop Culture Moments with Themed Drinks
Beautifying Pre-Concert Pop-Ups
Tequila Rose's Break in Case of Glam-ergency Refreshed Music Fans
Fragrance-Focused Escape Rooms
The Perfume Shop Created the UK’s First Perfume-Themed Escape Room
Digital Travel Retail Experiences
Clarins Debuted an Initiative at the Airport in Hainan, China
Virtual AI Snow Globes
Coca-Cola Unveils a Festive AI Campaign at its Piccadilly Lights Residency
Immersive Cereal Cities
Kellogg's Town Welcomes Virtual Visitors in a Breakfast World
Dating-App Holiday Campaigns
Bumble Holiday Campaign Sparks Real-Life Connections This Season
Food-Inspired Interactive Booths
The Nourishing a Better Planet Sustainability Program Debuted
Playful Valentine’s Activations
LEGO will Launch a Le Florist Flower Truck at the Well in Toronto
Data-Driven QSR Campaigns
Burger King's BK Unwrapped Reveals Customers' 2024 Ordering Preferences
Urban Sneaker-Inspired Exhibits
Museum of Graffiti Introduces the Sneaker Stories Pop-Up Exhibit
Live Shopping Flagships
Outlandish's Santa Monica Location Supports Live Social Media Shopping
Color-Changing Shower Gels
Lush's Cherry Pop Goes from Green to Romantic Red for Valentine's Day
Block-Building Botanical Workshops
The LEGO Botanicals Le Florist Flower Truck Boosts Connection
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
Mixtape-Inspired Cafe Drinks
The New Dutch Bros Spring Menu Features Three Drink Options
Festive Irish-Inspired Pop-Ups
Freehouse Collective Debuts the Barrelman: Spirits of Dublin Pop-Up
Industrial Design Exhibits
Design Burger Hosted a 'Design Dialogues Exhibit' in London
Gamified In-Airport Activations
Haribo's Mobile Games Gives People of All Ages the Chance to Win
Pollution-Removing Murals
This Campaign Sucks by Dentsu Brings Awareness to London's Air Quality
Shoppable CPG Ads
Instacart-Powered Shoppable Video Ads are Coming to YouTube
Interactive Educational Toy Lines
LeapFrog Debuts Its Latest Collection at Toy Fair 2025
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
In-The-Dark Cosmetic Pop-Ups
KissMe Ferme Debuts the Rouge Shop in the Dark Event
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
Tech-Centric Beverage Partnerships
Leisure Hydration Has Presence at CES 2025 Through Ring
Jelly Tint Arcade Pop-Ups
MILK MAKEUP will Offer an Experiential Claw Machine Event in NYC
Aesthetic Interior Fridge Trends
Country & Town House Published a Guide to 'Fridgescaping'
Visual Beer Brand Identities
Grolsch Has Unveiled a New Visual Brand Identity in Canada
Discerning Drinker Pop-Ups
Fentimans' Pop-Up Inspires People to Choose More Interesting Beverages
Serum-Dispensing Billboards
The Inkey List's Hydrating Billboard Shares Free Hyaluronic Acid Serum
Immersive Summer Pop-Ups
Guildford Town Centre Will Present the 'Spring Fling' Pop-Up Experience
Soccer-Themed Fragrance Pop-Ups
Hugo Boss Presents an Immersive Activation in Brazil and Argentina
Immersive Virtual Pop-Ups
Benefit Launches Virtual 'Benemart' Concept for Holiday Shopping
Personalized Pint Pop-Ups
The World of Guinness Created Community During the Holiday Season
Color Infusion Paint Campaigns
vitaminwater's Paint Your Rent Brightens Lives & Living Spaces
Interactive Connected Packaging
Asahi Beverages Philippines Debuts a New Experience
Stylish Soda Pop-Ups
Poppi World Enticed Health-Conscious, Fashionable Visitors During NYFW
Health-Supporting Female Plumbers
INTIMINA and Stopcocks Teamed Up for World Continence Week
Inspiring Food Color Reports
Oterra Color Trends 2025 Put Four Trends in the Spotlight
In-Store Audience Engagement Solutions
Social Shelf® Has a Novel Approach to Customer Engagement
Valentine's Day Transit Activations
Skip Gives Toronto Commuters Free Union Station Flowers
Social Media Fridge-Decorating Trends
Lynzi Judish Released Several Viral 'Fridgescaping' Videos
Co-Branded Drink Activations
The Cawston Press Frozen Fruit Waters Mobile Celebrates Inside Out 2
Retail Innovation-Focused Events
Spar International Hosts the Spar Transform Event to Boost Retail
Experiential Giveaway Pop-Ups
The Moment Shop Helps AIR MILES Members Bring Experiences to Life
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
Local Eatery-Elevated Soda Campaigns
Pepsi is Running Immersive Experiences for the Super Bowl LIX
Brand-Boosting Social Media Contests
Iconic Beverage Group Debuts the Iconic Agua Challenge
Innovative Outdoor Advertising Campaigns
Unilever's Dirt is Good Turns Billboards into Playgrounds
Branded Creativity-Focused Workshops
The LEGO Group Unveils Its 2025 Creativity Workshop Series
Minimizing Phone Usage Initiatives
Heineken's Latest Campaign Addresses Phone Use at Music Events
Residential Digital Fitness Platforms
FIIT's Initiative Boosts Wellness in Residential Settings
Mobile Collagen-Branded Trucks
Revive Collagen Boosts Engagement with Branded Mobile Truck
Interactive App-Themed Game Maps
Twitch Unveiled 'The Glitch' Brand Map in Fortnite for Twitchcon
Engaging Isolation-Combatting Pop-Ups
LEGO Group Debuts the Interactive Le Florist Flower Truck
Updated Pet Store Concepts
Pets at Home Unveils New Interactive Screens at its Relaunched Location
Real-Time Trending Spot Features
Roadtrippers Introduces the Trending Spots Feature to Its App
Immersive Store Screens
Hays Travel Introduces Immersive Technology to Transform Holiday Planning
Dynamic Immersive Play Museums
LEGO Group Presents the Superhero Studios Initiative in Paris
Immersive Gaming Activations
The Samsung Odyssey Gaming Booth Launches at Toronto's Union Station
Geo-Targeting Store Advertisements
Tesco Recommends Ads Based on a Shopper's Location in a Store
Botanical Bodycare Pop-Ups
Lush Turned a Store into a Secret Garden Pop-Up for a Special Collab
Gamified Yogurt Tube Campaigns
The Frubes Freeze ‘Em Campaign Includes a New Online Game
Influencer-Based Gaming Activations
Niantic Taps Google to Recruit Creators for Pokémon GO Fest
Scannable Skincare Murals
The Ordinary's Interactive Augmented Reality Mural Promotes Bodycare
Efficient On-the-Go Stores
Parfetts Shop & Go Store Concept Responds to Consumer Demand
Events-Focused Retail Spaces
The Brick Spot from LEGO Group Features Interactive Party Elements
Interactive Juice Packaging
Gulf Union Foods Launched Fun Connected Packaging for its Juices
Post-Holiday Retail Promotions
The One Stop Big Brands Low Prices Campaign is Packed with Savings
Creative Cancer Awareness Campaigns
F Cancer Debuts the 'Pick Up Your Poop' Campaign
Inclusive Voting Campaigns
The Body Shop Worked with Apathy is Boring to Improve Voter Turnout
Resourceful Digital Platform Events
Meta will Host an Immersive Instagram Family Pop-Up in NYC
Innovative Digital Signage
Creative Realities Enhances Fan Engagement & Outcomes with New Signage
Language App Pop-Ups
Duolingo Hosted an Interactive Street Society Event in Soho
Toronto Culture Festivals
Big on Bloor Festival is Back for Its 17th Year
Connected Store Window Stickers
Alo Entices Users to Its Alo Yoga Sanctuary with NFC Stickers
Immersive Keyboard-Focused Events
Logitech's Pop Icon Keys Event Merges Technology and Expression
Digital Retail Mapping Solutions
Living Map Installs Screens at Metrocentre Shopping Centre
Interactive Store Hubs
The Samsung Experience Store at Scarborough is a New Hub for Tech Lovers
Inclusive Romance-Inspired Activations
Generation Love Presented the Giving Love Campaign
Real-Time Nightlife Finders
HotSpot Discovers Trending Nightlife Spots With Real-Time Insights
Advanced Retail Campaign Kiosks
Freeosk and Place Exchange Partnered for Integrated Campaigns
Gamified Shopping Experiences
Browse Booster Rewards Coupons for Product Views
NFC-Activated Bathroom Sprays
Pourri and Supercell Debuted a Pocket Sprayer with Tap Technology
Emotionally Engaging Holiday Advertisements
Teleflora Captured Attention with The Power Of Wishes
Meaningful Relationship-Encouraging Campaigns
Iceberg Vodka Debuts 'Foraging Deeper Connections'
Connected Packaging Updates
Appetite Creative Revamps its Connected Packaging with Tetra Pak
Mango-Scented Newspaper Ads
Swiggy Instamart Launched a Scented Campaign in the Times of India
Breakfast Brand Digital Platforms
Kellogg’s Town Engages Fans in an Entertaining and Personal Way
Expiration Management Tools
East of England Co-op Taps Retail Insight for a New Waste Solution
Analytic Visitor Engagement Tools
FastSensor and SEMA Show Strive to Improve Exhibitor Experience
AR Merchandising Tools
Instore Activation Enhances Trade Marketing With Real-Time AR Solutions
Immersive Balloon Experiences
The Balloon Story Pop-Up Event is Whimsical and Imaginative
Local Event Discovery Tools
'Place To Be' Helps Find and Share Events on an Interactive Map
Public Hygiene Campaigns
Tsekmo Has Launched the Clean Bathroom Global Challenge