These February 2018 interactive trends range from branded breakfast emojis to fast food dining events. While Thomas' Bagels decision to use emojis in its latest campaign speaks to the brand's desire to reach a younger, Millennial audience, experiential marketing examples like Leon's speed dating event illustrate a unique Valentine's Day promotion that targets the restaurant's single patrons.
Other innovations to note include Tiffany & Co.'s digital tattoo shop tool which is an interactive platform that lets consumers customize the company's famous blue boxes with DIY artwork. While synonymous with heritage and tradition, the luxury-minded brand opts for an unexpected marketing approach by offering personalized packaging that is designed by the consumer themselves.
VR sampling events and scent-connected text messages round off this list of February 2018 interactive trends and speak to consumers growing desire for immersive and digitally connected marketing tools.
Top 35 Interactive Trends in February

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Romantic Digital Tattoos
Tiffany & Co.'s Tool Customizes Digital Valentine's Day Tattoos

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Video Game-Inspired Parkour Gyms
This Gym Transformed to Resemble a Level from Sonic Forces
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Autonomous Flying Sculptures
Studio Drift x BMW's Immersive Project Was Shown at Art Basel 2017
31
VR Sampling Experiences
Président Cheese's 'Taste with A Pro' Pairs Food and Recipe Creation
30
Bartering Sweet Shops
Cadbury's 'Glass and a Half' Pop-Up Accepts Knick-Knacks for Chocolate
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Chocolate-Centric Pop-Up Camps
Cadbury's 'Creme Egg Camp' Appeals to Hungry Chocolate Lovers
28
Fast Food Dating Events
Leon is Hosting a Speed Dating Event for Valentine's Day
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VR Store Openings
IKEA Kicked Off the Opening of a New Location with Virtual Reality Experiences
26
Candy-Inspired Salon Pop-Ups
Mars' 'Sweet ReTREAT' Will Pamper Friends on Valentine's Day
25
AI Shopping Assistants
At CES 2018, Suning and Emotibot Introduced the Smart Retail Solution 'Sue'
24
Branded QR Code Variations
Amazon Has Been Trialling Its Own QR Code Style Called SmileCodes
23
Scent-Driven Matchmaking Campaigns
Match's 'Eau.M.G' Shares a Prospective Partner's Scent
22
Personalized Ride Share Videos
Year with Uber Turns a Rider's 2017 Trip History into a Music Video
21
Poetic Dining Events
LoneWolf's Supper Club Puts a Spirits-Infused Spin on a Burns Night Dinner
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Voice-Activated Whisky Assistants
Johnnie Walker's Skill for Amazon Alexa Places Orders and More
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Theatrical Dinner Events
'The Glenfiddich Burns Night Experiment' Challenges Traditions
18
Avocado Selfie Emojis
'Avocados From Mexico' and Inmoji are Introducing a New "Picmoji" Feature
17
Sensory Cocktail Tastings
The Rivington Gin Garden Has Visitors Select Cocktails from Scents
16
Freezing Parka-Testing Rooms
Woolrich's 'Extreme Weather Condition Room' is Negative 20 Degrees
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Breakfast-Themed Alarm Tones
Einstein Bros.'s New Wake-Up Tones Mimic Morning Breakfast Essentials
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Musical Adoption Campaigns
Spotify Created Adoptify with an Animal Shelter to Offer Music for Dogs
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Scent-Connected Text Messages
'Scent by Downy' Pairs Popular Words with Branded Scents
12
In-Store Boxing Rings
'Lamyland' is Taking Place in Selfridges London on Oxford Street
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AI Beauty Advisors
The Revieve Beauty Advisor on Amazon Alexa Makes Tailored Recommendations
10
Complimentary Autonomous Vehicle Rides
Lyft is Partnering with nuTonomy to Give Free Rides at CES
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Authentic Family Spotlighting Ads
Kraft's Super Bowl Ad Will Feature Real American Families
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Poetic Sick Bag Campaigns
easyJet is Inviting Travelers to Write Valentine's Day Love Poems
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Breakfast-Themed Emojis
Thomas' Bagels is Using the Popularity of Emojis to Advertise Bagel Day
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Meditative QSR Videos
The 'KFC Comfort Zone' Shares Relaxation, Mindfulness and Affirmations
5
Branded Sound Baths
Bompas & Parr and Christie's Restorative Experience Heals Through Sound
4
Happy Thought-Powered Machines
The Power of Optimism Machine Can Fill a Glass of Water
3
Decorating Assistant Chatbots
'Hazel' is a Smart Assistant from HGTV on Facebook Messenger
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Personalized Football Game Invitations
Tostitos' 'Super Bowl Ads for All' Offer Custom Invitations
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Rapper-Created Cocktails
Hennessy and A$AP Ferg Collaborated on a Campaign and a Cocktail
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Romantic Japanese Snack Boxes
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Scannable Valentine's Candies
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Immersive Fashion Pop-Ups
SHEIN Launches Multi-Category Toronto Shopping Experience This Spring
Rabbit-Themed Cafe Menus
Tim Hortons Spring Menu Includes Playful Merch
Traveling Luxury Retail Events
The Bal Harbour Shops Access Pop-Up Tour is a Unique Concept
Valentine's Day-Themed Luxury Fashion
The Balenciaga 2025 Valentine’s Day Capsule is Chic & Edgy
Modern Newsstand Skincare Pop-Ups
Neutrogena x AIRE Health Hosted a Thematic Event
Unique TV Series Pop-Ups
Lillet x Emily in Paris Presents the Café de Lillet Experience in NYC
90's Archival Footwear Pop-Ups
Dr. Martens Hosted a 'Buzz Bus' in NYC
Parisian Airport Pop-Ups
Moët Hennessy's Paris Concept Event Featured Travel Exclusives
AI-Powered Bakery Pop-Ups
The Betty Crocker Dream Bake Studio Beats "Baker's Block" with AI
Influencer-Driven Consumer Insight Tools
Brilli™ is a New Tool That Disrupts Food Research
Multi-Sensory ASMR Experiences
Valentino Beauty's Dubai Airport Pop-Up Featured Gilded Visuals
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
Digital-First Scavenger Hunts
Chipotle Opts for Influencer Marketing for its Giveaway Promotion
Exercise-Themed QSR Promotions
Chipotle x Strava: The City Challenge is Arriving for the New Year
AI-Driven Product Photoshoots
Unilever Shared Its Use of AI and Digital Twins at NVIDIA GTC 2025
AR-Powered Vending Machines
Snapchat and L’Oréal Made a Gamified Lens to Share Refillable Haircare
Spin-and-Save Restaurant Promotions
The Ruby Tuesday Summer of Savings Sweepstakes is Interactive
Interactive Easter Chocolate Experiences
Lindt introduces a Digital GOLD BUNNY Game
Virtual Holiday Shopping Experiences
Amazon Introduces a New Holiday Shop with 3D Technology
AI-Powered Restaurant Recommendations
Google Maps Now Uses AI to Recommend New Food Places
Fridge-Decorating Social Trends
Bed Bath & Beyond Participated in 'Fridgescaping' Trend
Gamer-Centric Fast Food Campaigns
Burger King's Gaming Campaign to Rewards “Burger-to-King” Goals
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
Virtual Flavor Simulators
Researchers Developed a Device to Stimulate Taste in Virtual Worlds
Tech-Driven Sexual Wellness
Experience the Future of Intimacy
Ice Cream Sandwich Pop-Ups
Chips Ahoy! Pop-Up to Serve Free Ice Cream in NYC
QSR-Inspired Interactive Metaverses
McDonald's Singapore Launched the My Happy Place Metaverse
Dynamic Basketball-Informed Marketing Campaigns
March Madness' New Campaign Features NCAA Athletes
Plant-Based Breakfast Menus
Alpro and a Michelin-Trained Chef Collaborated on Inspiring Eats
Valentine's Day Cafe Collections
The Dunkin’ Valentine's Day Range Includes Treats and Merch
Terrace Brand Endeavors
Louis Vuitton Features its Latest Collection at a Beachfront Pop-Up
Culinary-Centric Dating Campaigns
Knorr x Tinder Partner for the #UnlockYourGreenFlag Initiative
Immersive Coffee Pop-Ups
Ninja will Host the Ninja Luxe Café 'House of Vibes' Event in NYC
Elevated Easter Treat Lineups
The Mars Wrigley Easter 2025 Range is Packed with New Treats
Immersive Entertainment Venues
Netflix Houses Feature Eateries, Experiential Activities & More
Self-Indulgence Treat Boxes
The Uber Eats x Love Cocoa Break Up Box Offers Treats for Singles
Dating-App Holiday Campaigns
Bumble Holiday Campaign Sparks Real-Life Connections This Season
Enhanced-AI QR Packaging
LOVE CORN Partners with Flowcode for Submersive Activations
Playful Valentine’s Activations
LEGO will Launch a Le Florist Flower Truck at the Well in Toronto
Valentine's Cafe Merch Collections
Starbucks Valentine's Day Merch is Ready to Gift
Social Media App Campaigns
Snapchat Promotes Creators in a Bold Campaign Amid TikTok Uncertainty
Accessory-Based NYC Pop-Ups
Claire’s x Lil Sweet Treat Partner for a Vibrant NYC Pop-Up
Ambitious Burger Month Promotion
Red Robin Runs an Ambitious Promotion for Loyal and New Customers
Virtual Pet Pizza Promotions
The Pizza Hut x Tamagotchi Collaboration Features a Pink Dough Pizza
Beautifying Pre-Concert Pop-Ups
Tequila Rose's Break in Case of Glam-ergency Refreshed Music Fans
Personalized Digital Dating Rooms
Dating.com Introduced Customizable Virtual Spaces for Singles
Valentine's Coffee Promotions
Ziggi's Coffee Launches Ten-Day Rewards Campaign
Restaurant-Focused AI Marketing Platforms
Birdeye Strives to Help Restaurant Increase Engagement
Experiential Marketing Campaigns
MIKE AND IKE, HOT TAMALES, and Marvel Team Up for Campus Tour
Gen Z-Influenced Marketing Campaigns
Kraft Heinz is Studying Gen Z's Preferences with New Launches
Active Lifestyle-Supporting Campaigns
Kellogg's® Vector® Launches the Become Your Player Campaign
In-The-Dark Cosmetic Pop-Ups
KissMe Ferme Debuts the Rouge Shop in the Dark Event
Hybrid Dating Apps
'When We First' Combines Elements of Online Dating with Offline Matchmaking
Luxurious Lipstick Pop-Ups
Valentino Beauty will Host a Spike Valentino Pop-Up in NYC
Cute Convenience Offers
7-Eleven Canada Features '2025 Valentine’s Week Offers'
AI-Generated QSR Items
McDonald's India Asks Fans to Create its Signature Collection with AI
Rebranded Food Delivery Apps
Skip Revamps Its Brand Identity to 'Skip to the Good Part'
Immersive Summer Pop-Ups
Guildford Town Centre Will Present the 'Spring Fling' Pop-Up Experience
Brand-Influencer Collaboration Tools
Squad Debuts a New Sponsor Button on Famous Birthdays
Wintery Valentine's Treat Ranges
ALDI Finds for January 2025 Focus on Valentine's Day Essentials
Luxury Valentine’s Day Campaigns
Gucci’s Together Valentine’s Day Campaign Emphasizes Connection
Provocative Guerrilla Campaigns
Jewelry Brand MWCurated Uses Fake Infidelity Flyers for Marketing
QSR Summer Pop-Ups
McDonald's Mexico Launched a Summer-Themed Activation in Mexico
Dumpling Restaurant Rewards
Brooklyn Dumpling Shop Unveils its New Loyalty Program
Immersive Cereal Cities
Kellogg's Town Welcomes Virtual Visitors in a Breakfast World
Dating-Style Bar Discovery Platforms
Heineken® Debuts an Innovative Digital Platform — Bar Dating
Spring-Themed Chocolate Brand Activities
Hershey’s Chocolate World Delights Families During Spring
Immersive Virtual Pop-Ups
Benefit Launches Virtual 'Benemart' Concept for Holiday Shopping
Valentine’s Day Loungewear
Boys Lie x PopUp Bagels Team Up for the 'Schmear Campaign'
Celebratory Convenience Market Menus
7-Eleven, Inc. Launches an Array of New Food Items and Deals
Valentine's Day Cafe Menus
The Tim Hortons Valen-Tims Day Menu Has Two Treats
Interactive Connected Packaging
Asahi Beverages Philippines Debuts a New Experience
Social Content Creators
SmilesFlow Lets You Create Unique, Interactive Content for Sharing
Stylish Soda Pop-Ups
Poppi World Enticed Health-Conscious, Fashionable Visitors During NYFW
AR Fashion Creations
The ETERNITEE AR Platform Enhances Consumer Interaction
Gen Z Breakfast Campaigns
'Start the Day the Totino’s Way' Targets Teens Who Skip Morning Meals
Inspiring Food Color Reports
Oterra Color Trends 2025 Put Four Trends in the Spotlight
Egg-Centric Metaverse Games
American Egg Board Launched a Tower of Eggs Pop-Up on Roblox
Super Bowl Drive-Thru Commercials
Taco Bell Debuts Its Live Más Drive-Thru Cams Campaign
Romantic Cafe Accessories Ranges
The Starbucks Japan Valentine's Day Range is Here for 2025
Bean-Filled Chocolate Eggs
UKSnackAttack Shares Imaginative "Snackfishing" Content on Instagram
International Experiential Tours
The EF Ultimate Break Tours Target Gen Z and Millennials
Valentine's Day Transit Activations
Skip Gives Toronto Commuters Free Union Station Flowers
Collaborative Digital Coffee Campaigns
illy Launches its Digital Content Series 'Coffee Break'
Virally Inspired Virtual Menus
The Creator's Kitchen As Seen on TikTok Menu is Ever-Changing
Retail Innovation-Focused Events
Spar International Hosts the Spar Transform Event to Boost Retail
Scannable Tattoo Campaigns
Burger King Korea's Whopper Tattoo Promoted an Upgraded Whopper
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
Romance-Themed Frozen Yogurts
The Yogurtland Valentine's Day Menu Has New Flavors and Toppings
Interactive Beverage-Focused Campaigns
Dutch Bros Coffee's Epic Drink Duel Engages Consumers
Mobile Collagen-Branded Trucks
Revive Collagen Boosts Engagement with Branded Mobile Truck
Trendy Private Label Launches
Kroger Unveils a Variety of Elevated Options for its Private Label
Delectable Cookie Debuts
Edible Arrangements Unveils a Cookie Line with Fixed and Rotating Options
Solo Travel Matchmakers
EF Ultimate Break's Travel BFF Matchmaker Program Connects Gen Z
Engaging Isolation-Combatting Pop-Ups
LEGO Group Debuts the Interactive Le Florist Flower Truck
Romantic Winter Smoothie Promotions
The Smoothie King Smoothies for Two Promotion Targets Couples
Collaborative Pancake-Themed Streetwear
Holiday Inn Express x Mr. Eatwell Present a Custom Capsule
Dumpling-Inspired Valentine’s Day Promotions
P.F. Chang’s Enhances the Romantic Experience
Nostalgic Brunch Experiences
RUNWAY 06's Electric Brunch Offers a Fresh Twist on the Brunch Scene
V-Day Ice Cream Boxes
Double Rainbow Ice Cream Launches Valentine’s Day Gift Box
Burger-Inspired Back-To-School Campaigns
Trill Burgers & LRG Clothing Debut a Line of Activations
Immersive Store Screens
Hays Travel Introduces Immersive Technology to Transform Holiday Planning
Real-Time Trending Spot Features
Roadtrippers Introduces the Trending Spots Feature to Its App
Saucy High-Definition Screen Campaigns
Zaxby’s is Leveraging the Busy Black Friday Shopping Period
Reimagined Story-Driven Campaigns
Visa Presented its 'Typewriter' Campaign at the 2025 Oscars
Customer-Exclusive Brand Trips
Cocokind is Hosting a Customer Brand Trip to Napa Valley in 2025
Celebratory Sandwich Promotions
Einstein Bros. Bagels National Bagel Day Deal Offers Free Fare
Interactive Juice Packaging
Gulf Union Foods Launched Fun Connected Packaging for its Juices
Resourceful Digital Platform Events
Meta will Host an Immersive Instagram Family Pop-Up in NYC
Language App Pop-Ups
Duolingo Hosted an Interactive Street Society Event in Soho
Interactive Packaging Content
SmartLinks Debuts a Self-Serve Platform for Product Packaging
QR Code Turkey Branding
This New Butterball Branding Encourages Consumers to Engage with the Brand
Personalized Retail Media Networks
Thrive Market Collaborates with Instacart on a New Network
Floral Brand Collabs
These Bouqs Collabs are Making Valentine’s Day Gifting Creative
Tech-Focused Delivery Expansions
Best Buy is Now Allowing Scheduled Deliveries in Some U.S. States
Inclusive Romance-Inspired Activations
Generation Love Presented the Giving Love Campaign
Real-Time Nightlife Finders
HotSpot Discovers Trending Nightlife Spots With Real-Time Insights
Food Holiday Calendars
Food Holidays is Celebrating National Days for Foodies
Valentine's-Ready Personalized Gifts
Wolt Launches New Personalized Gifts for its Shoppers
Breakfast Brand Digital Platforms
Kellogg’s Town Engages Fans in an Entertaining and Personal Way
Meaningful Relationship-Encouraging Campaigns
Iceberg Vodka Debuts 'Foraging Deeper Connections'
Emotionally Engaging Holiday Advertisements
Teleflora Captured Attention with The Power Of Wishes
Connected Packaging Updates
Appetite Creative Revamps its Connected Packaging with Tetra Pak
Immersive Restaurant Rewards App
Bella Italia is Unveiling a New Digital App for its Guests
V-Day Breakfast-In-Bed Bundles
UrbanStems and H&H Bagels Delivered the Breakfast in Bed Bundle
Mobile Advent Calendar Promotions
Bar Louie is Refreshing Its App-vent Calendar Promotion
Brand-Aligned Graphics
Bento Highlights Lets Users Craft Polished, Professional-Looking Graphics
Special Lunchtime Date Promotions
Panera Spotlighted Its Bagel Sandwiches for Valentine's Day
Streetstyle Flavor Campaigns
Old El Paso's Turn It Up Entices Gen Z to Try Its Street Vibes Range
Reflection-Encouraging Edible Oil Campaigns
Simply Fresh Marks the New Year with a New Campaign
Analytic Visitor Engagement Tools
FastSensor and SEMA Show Strive to Improve Exhibitor Experience
Self-Service Event Promotions
Industry Dive Adds Self-Service Offerings to Include Event Promotion
Novelty Kitchen-Themed Emojis
Users Can Browse and Copy Kitchen Emojis for Social Media Content