Each of these holiday retail stores offers unique experiences for the season, great gift ideas or even activities that help to get people in the giving spirit. Some physical outlets have been created just for the purposes of raising funds for charity or helping people make donations to those who are less fortunate.
While many of the festive retail destinations take the form of pop-ups that will only be around for a short time, some are completely virtual and invite shoppers to interact with apps or visit a website.
Knowing that many people struggle to come up with gift ideas, brands are creating festive retail experiences that are centered around a high degree of customization, women-owned businesses or even hyper-specific interests. Boots, for example, launched Bootiques that are filled with products based on themes like love or sleep.
15 Holiday Retail Stores
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Storage Container Pop-Up Shops
TuppSoho in NYC is Tupperware's First-Ever Brand Store
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DIY-Style Holiday Workshops
Build-A-Bear's Toy Workshop Strategy is Rolled Out in Multiple Cities
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In-Store Skincare Labs
In London, Boots Opened the 'Inkey Lab' with The Inkey List
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Cult Skincare Pop-Ups
A Glossier Pop-Up Shop is Coming to London This Holiday Season
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Virtual Holiday Pop-Ups
Kohl's Holiday Pop-Up Lets Snapchat Users Experience the Event
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Home-Style Holiday Shops
STORY at Macy's Home for the Holidays is Like a "Living Gift Guide"
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Storytelling Holiday Pop-Ups
Cubcoats x Amazon IRL Invites Kids to Discover Character Stories
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Educational Toy Pop-Ups
Lakeshore's Gifts for Growing Minds Pop-Up Shares Interactive Stations
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Virtual Holiday Shops
Chick-fil-A's Online & Pop-Up Time Shop Helps People Share the Gift of Time
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DIY Cookie Pop-Ups
The Hershey's Kitchens Bakeshop is a Place to Make Your Own Cookies
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IRL Charitable Social Pop-Ups
Facebook Launched the 'More Together' To Help Fundraise IRL
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Generous Gift-Giving Pop-Ups
Sainsbury's Giving Store Lets People Make Purchases for Those in Need
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Luxury Retailer Festive Pop-Ups
Need Supply Co. Launched its First-Ever Holiday Pop-Up Activation
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Entrepreneurial Holiday Shops
SoGifted at Macy's Spotlights Gifts by Women-Owned Small Businesses
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Curated Gift Boutiques
Boots' Bootiques Offer Gift Ideas for People Who are Hard to Buy for
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Luxury Bag Pop Ups
Hermès Debuted a Designer Bag Installation Pop Up in Manhattan
Canvas Tote NYC Pop-Ups
Lands' End Launched a Personalization Concept Pop-Up Shop in New York
Festively Fashionable Cafe Kitchenwares
Starbucks Holiday Drinkware Comes in Many Styles
Next-Gen Sneaker Stores
Foot Locker's Store of the Future Concept is Bolder and Easier to Shop
Customizable Shoe Decorating Events
adidas Hosts a DIY 'Style Your Toe' Pop-Up Event in Hong Kong
Chic Footwear Retail Expansions
Dolce Vita Debuts its First Canadian Flagship Store
Technology-Driven Retail Spaces
ARK Visual Unveils Future Stores as an Immersive Retail Identity
AR Retail Kiosks
BIG Digital and DeepAR Bring Mobile & Desktop Try-Ons to Store Settings
Immersive 3D Fashion Exhibits
Portal:M x Virtual Fashion Exhibition Host a Phygital Experience
Cinematic Holiday Retail Pop-Ups
Bloomingdale's Announced a 'Wicked Good Holiday' Campaign
Grocer-Inspired Beauty Retail Pop-Ups
The Benefit Benemart Holiday Concept Shop is at Selfridges
5g-Enabled Retail Showcases
Singtel is Surpassing Consumer Expectations with 5G Retail
Parisian Airport Pop-Ups
Moët Hennessy's Paris Concept Event Featured Travel Exclusives
Traveling Luxury Retail Events
The Bal Harbour Shops Access Pop-Up Tour is a Unique Concept
Digital Cosmetics Pop-Ups
Oh My Cream! Launched a Digital Pop-Up to Showcase Nine Brands
Exclusive Upscale Holiday-Edition Pop-Ups
The Magical House of Chanel Opens its Doors at Harrods
Virtual Holiday Shopping Experiences
Amazon Introduces a New Holiday Shop with 3D Technology
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
Youth Beauty Boutiques
Hamleys Boutique: Be You is an Inspiring Space for Kids Ages Four to 14
Selective Retail Pop-Ups
'Woolrich Black Label' by Todd Snyder is Taking a New Retail Approch
Sculptural Luxury Fashion Stores
Burberry's New Store in Milan is Situated at Via Sant' Andrea 2
Experiential Intimates Spaces
Knix Opens Immersive Retail Location at Premium Shopping Centre
Revitalized Shopping Destinations
Foot Locker's Home Court is a Basketball-Inspired Retail Space
AR Locker Rooms
Snapchat and Selfridges Created a Pop-Up for Virtually Trying on Sports Kits
Multi-Sensory Flagship Stores
KATE Shibuya Offers Immersive Digital and Physical Experiences
Hair Care Retail Expansions
Function of Beauty Opens a Storefront With Amazon
Seasonal Phone Booth Activations
Spotify's Q4 is Calling Urges Brands to Start Holiday Advertising
Branded Low-Cost eCommerce Stores
Amazon Haul Offers Low-Cost Products to Attract Shoppers
Phygital Beauty Store Experiences
Sephora's Store of the Future Locations are Immersive
Interactive In-Store Ads
Visibubble Brings Mobile Messaging Capabilities to Store Shelves
Gen Z-Centric Campaigns
Urban Outfitters' Shift Happens Campaign Has Three Phases
Small-Format Grocery Stores
Amazon’s Whole Foods to Open New Small-Format Stores in Cities
Luxury Jewelry Concept Stores
Birks Has Opened a New Concept Store at Royalmount
Luxe Pop-Up Experiences
Victoria Beckham Beauty Hosts an 8-Day Pop-Up for New Fragrance Launch
In-Airport Toy Retailers
Toys R Us is Expanding its Retail Presence with Up to 24 Airport Stores
GenAI Virtual Shoppers
Cindy by Imaginuity Boots Online and In-Store Foot Traffic
Localized Retail Experiences
UNIQLO Sherway Blends Japanese Tradition with Toronto Culture
AR Retailer Haircare Experiences
Walmart Beauty Virtual Try-On Now Includes Hair Color Products
UK Beauty Summer Pop-Ups
Mecca Cosmetica is Hosting a Summer Pop-up in London and Manchester
Collaborative Streetwear Retailers
Better Gift Shop in Toronto is a Bustling Hub for Hip Fashion
Iconic Character-Inspired Campaigns
Etsy's Christmas Ad Celebrates Personalized Gifting
Self-Care-Centric Seasonal Sets
Vichy's Holiday Sets are Crafted for a Variety of Skin Types
Pop-Up Luggage Retail Activations
This Antler Retail Pop-Up is at Selfridges London
Physical Metaverse Merchandise Stores
Roblox will Sell Physical Goods with Shopify
Retro Video Game Stores
Gamestop is Opening 'Retro' Locations to Sell Used Games
Expansive Seasonal Pet Products
The Petco Merry Makings Holiday Collection is Packed with Options
AR Shopping Malls
American Express' Door to Shop Small Highlights 10 Small Businesses
Small-Format Department Stores
Macy’s Unveils Plan to Open Up to 30 Small-format Stores
Immersive Gondola Displays
ColourPop is Getting a New Immersive Makeover at ULTA
Multichannel Retail Campaigns
Urban Outfitters' 'Happy Lolidays' Campaign is Engaging
Playful Retail Pop-Up Installations
Selfridges Unveils the Joke Shop with a Slapstick Generator
Holiday-Ready Pop-Up Stores
Oak and Luna Has Launched Its First Pop-Up Store in the United States
Luxury Department Store Takeovers
Burberry and Harrods Offer an Immersive Shopping Experience
Authentication Awareness Pop-Ups
The RealReal Pop-Up Showcases Handbags at Dupe Store Installation
Affordable Holiday Gift Sets
The Body Shop Presents a Diverse Range of Holiday Gift Sets
Refreshed Retail Initiatives
Target is Improving its Customer Experience Journey in 2024
Offbeat Fashion Campaigns
ASOS 'Inspired By' Delivers Non-Traditional Inspiration to Style-Seekers
Retail-Based Pop-Star Takeovers
H&M and Charli xcx Host a Surprise Event at Times Square
Holiday-Specific Beauty Pop-Ups
Beauty Pie is Launching a 'Beauty Pie Holiday Party' in Mayfair
Interactive Cosmetics Retail Stores
Watsons Upgrades its Stores for Gen Z and Gen Alpha Consumers
Celebratory Disney-Inspired Collections
Forever 21 Celebrates Disney's 100th Anniversary
Curated Live Fashion Resale
Poshmark Launches Posh Party LIVE as a New Virtual Shopping Experience
Immersive Intimate Brand Pop-Ups
The Knix Pop-Up in Yorkdale Shopping Centre is Exciting
Home Decor Concept Stores
Fable will Offer Simplistic Possibilities with its New Retail Location
Experiential Airline Stores
The Emirates World Travel Store Features Lounge Displays
Advanced Adaptive Retail Experiences
Walmart Unveiled New Retail Technologies at CES 2024
Augmented Outerwear Mirrors
Ugg's Flagship Highlights Cold Weather Apparel with a Zero10 Mirror
Immersive Fashion Retail Destinations
URBAN REVIVO Opens Its Flagship Store in Malaysia
Mix-and-Match Aroma Installations
The H&M Nolita Pop-Up Lets Guests Create NYC-Inspired Scents
Immersive Virtual Pop-Ups
Benefit Launches Virtual 'Benemart' Concept for Holiday Shopping
Color-Accented Flagship Stores
The Valentino Flagship Store in London Recently Opened
Anthropomorphic Store Campaigns
IKEA's Short Social Films Promote Its Click-and-Collect Service
Vacation-Inspired Clothing Lines
Saint Holiday Emphasizes Sustainability & Ethical Manufacturing
Immersive Flagship Tech Stores
Bang & Olufsen Inaugurates Its Flagship Store on New Bond Street
Garden Shed Pop-Ups
Maison Margiela Fragrance Hosts a Charming Event in Bicester Village
Tech-Driven In-Store Events
Dyson Launches an Interactive Event at Harrods Department Store
Shoppable Travel Storefronts
Expedia Travel Shops Make It Easy to Book Recommended Getaways
Regionally Inspired Retail Destinations
Japan & France Converge in the Kenzo Dubai Boutique Design
Lengthy Halloween-Inspired Events
Michaels Has Launched Its 100 Days to Halloween Campaign
Inventive Retail Strategies
H&M is Working to Localize Its Shopping Experience
Celebrative Holiday Apparel Campaigns
Old Navy Unveiled 'Love is in the House'
Inaugural Anime-Inspired Retail Stores
HYPLAND Reccently Debuted Its First Retail Store in LA
Collaborative Cosmetic Concept Shops
Hourglass and Barneys New York Partnered for a Concept Store
Mid-20th-Century Holiday Campaigns
Saks Fifth Avenue Unveiled its 'Gifts of Delight' Campaign
Phygital Fashion Retail Experiences
Macy's mstylelab Digital Shopping Platform is Immersive
Nourishing Holiday Cosmetics
The Tree Hut Holiday Collection Gifting or Self-Indulgence-Ready
Whimsical Store Expansions
MINISO Jakarta Presents a Retail Space Inspired by an Amusement Park
Influencer-Led Virtual Shops
Walmart Launches the New Walmart Realm Digital E-Commerce Experience
Gameshow-Style Pop-Ups
The Jo Malone Christmas Special Attracts Visitors with a Prize Wheel
Accessible Fashion Tours
The Walmart Style Tour Shares Personalized Color Analysis & Styling Tips
Wasteful Shopping Billboards
Not On The High Street's Billboards Highlight a "Don't Gift Guide"
Thrift Shop Holidays
Goodwill Industries International is Promoting National Thrift Shop Day
Film Festival Retail Events
The TIFF Pop-Up Shop Features Exclusive 2024 Merch and Apparel
Experiential Giveaway Pop-Ups
The Moment Shop Helps AIR MILES Members Bring Experiences to Life
Festive Body Care Editions
Dove Introduced its Limited-Edition Holiday Treats Collection
Refned Retail Boutiques
242 Mulberry in Soho Offers an An Eclectic Mix of Products
Halloween-Themed Pet Lines
Petco's Latest Halloween 'Bootique' and Fall Lines are Cheeky
Heartfelt Christmas Campaigns
John Lewis Presents the Festive Gifting House Campaign
Shoppable Luxury Fashion Films
Tom Ford Allows Consumers to Seamlessly Shop Its Spring 2024 RTW
90s Toy Holiday Trees
Furbtrees are Introducing the Next Generation of Furby Across the UK
Festive Hotel Pop-Ups
IHG Hotels & Resorts Presents Chalet Programming and Holiday Activations
Imaginative Shopping Platforms
Walmart Realm Shares Influencer-Curated Shopping Environments
Racing Motif Pop-Ups
Mytheresa x Flamingo Estate Transform an Auto Shop for a Unique Experience
Parisian-Inspired High-End Fashion Boutiques
Jacquemus Has Opened Its First U.s. Boutique
Virtual Eyewear Retailer Experiences
Walmart Optical Virtual Try-On is Available Online
3D Beauty Shopping Experiences
Benefit Cosmetics and Obsess Team Up on a 3D Shopping Experience
Life-Size In-Store Countdowns
Toys R Us Asia and Craig & Karl Created an Advent Calendar for All
Updated Pet Store Concepts
Pets at Home Unveils New Interactive Screens at its Relaunched Location
Shoppable Luxury Fashion Films
Louis Vuitton Delivers Resort 2024 with an Interactive Experience
Wasteful Fashion Campaigns
Vestiaire Collective Reminded People to Shop Mindfully on Black Friday
Purposeful Gifting Pop-Ups
The Body Shop's Advent of Change Pop-Up Shares Gifts That Give Back
Small-Format Retailers
Nordstrom’s Small-Format Strategy 'Closer to You' is Expanding Until 2025
Active Lifestyle Retailer Ranges
The Sports Edit on M&S Now Features Reebok and Puma
Apothecary-Style Supplement Stores
The New GNC Flagship Boasts a Warm, Open, Inviting Atmosphere
Cyclist-Targeted Skincare Gifts
Raleigh and Boots Partnered on New Exclusive Gift Sets
Crafted Holiday Activations
Loews Hotels & Co will Offer Festive Pop-Ups and Seasonal Sips
QSR-Themed Christmas Ornaments
The Shake Shack Holiday Merch Collection is a First from the Brand
Custom Holiday Ornaments
Staples Print Services Make Custom Gifting Easy
Indigenous-Owned Holiday Events
Aaniin Pop-Up Showcases Indigenous Entrepreneurship
Advanced Retail Campaign Kiosks
Freeosk and Place Exchange Partnered for Integrated Campaigns
Low-Cost Holiday Retailer Guides
The Dollar General Holiday Toy Guide Has Options Under $20
Flashlight Experience Stores
Olight Combines In-Store Shopping Experience with Digital Tools
Gamified Shopping Experiences
Browse Booster Rewards Coupons for Product Views
Local Retail-Championing Initiatives
The 'Reps are Local Too' Initiative is a Nationwide Movement
Outdoorsy Branding Initiatives
REI Co-Op Continues Its Tradition of Closing All 190 Locations
Christmas Shopping Centers
Staples Canada Launches Holiday Gift Centre for Personalized Shopping
Halloween-Inspired Retail Capsules
Target Debuts a New Private-Label Halloween Capsule for October
Multi-Brand Shopping Hubs
Boohoo Opens the Boohoo Marketplace for Easy Access to Over 150 Brands
Retailer-Backed Holiday Experiences
J. Crew Launches a New AI-Powered Holiday Experience
Video Call Shopping Services
Apple's Specialist over Video Service Enhances Personalization
Immersive Virtual Bookstores
Shepherd Let's Book Lovers Browse Virtual Shelves to Discover Books
Curated Autumnal Retailer Collections
ALDI Finds for September Help Shoppers Kick Off Fall
Christmasy Convenience Retailer Promotions
The 7-Eleven Holiday Deals are Here for 2023
Fragrant Holiday Trees
Fifth Avenue's Holiday Tree Displays Shares NEST's Holiday Fragrance
Fanciful Festive Candy Ranges
The Latest Hancocks Christmas Range Includes Fan-Favorite Brands
Private Label Holiday Products
Sprouts Brand Holiday Items Have a Better-for-You Formula
Accessible Festive Grocer Products
The ALDI Holiday Assortment Has Over 70 New Items
Athlete-Led Shopping Sprees
DICK'S Sporting Goods' Holiday Shopping Sprint is Led by Kelsey Plum
Expansive Grocer Holiday Promotions
Natural Grocers Holly Deals Offer Up to 46% Off Products