When there's a fun activity at an interactive pop-up shop, most people can't help but share what they are doing with friends and followers on social media.
Beyond just creating a hashtag to accompany pop-up shops, many brands are going out of their way to create specific campaigns or stations that revolve around platforms like Instagram, Twitter and Facebook. When Tanger Outlets opened a new permanent retail location, a number of social media pop-up stations were created to engage young shoppers.
Knowing that much of the Millennial generation is richer in social currency than actual money, OnePiece and ooVoo both set up shops that gave visitors special discounts based on social influence. As a more accessible option for all social media users, many other pop-up shops, cafes and restaurants simply ask that people trade a Tweet or Instagram post in order to "purchase" a product.
23 Social Pop-Up Shops
These Interactive Pop-Up Locations Drive Engagement with Social Media:
Laura McQuarrie — Jul 9, 2015 — Marketing
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Hashtag Currency Shops
The Daisy Marc Jacobs Pop Up Shop Will Accept Tweets as Payment
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Glamorous Beauty Pop-Ups
Benefit Recently Held a 1950s-Inspired Pop-Up Beauty and Cocktail Bar
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Customized Drink Campaigns
Jamie Oliver & Bacardi Are Hosting Cocktail Request Week on Drinks Tube
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Social Shopping Pop-Ups
Tanger Outlets Celebrates Its New Location with Fun Pop-Up Stations
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Hashtag Currency Restaurants
The Picture House by Bird's Eye Lets You Pay with a Hashtag
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Social Media Vending Machines
IHeartRadio's Kiosk Turns Instagram Posts into Free Merchandise
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Giant Shoebox Installations
Nike Dropped a Gigantic Shoebox on a New York City Street Corner
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Festive Retail Display Promos
The Le Chateau Windows Will Be Getting a Social Media Reveal
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Simple Health-Consious Cafes
The Weight Watchers Feel Good Cafe Shows How Easy Eating Well Can Be
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Fragrant Experiential Pop-Ups
Glade's Pop-Up Boutique is Branded as One That 'Sells Feelings'
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Dreamy Fragrance Pop-Ups
The Dream Room by Marc Jacob Captures Dreams in Digital Time Capsules
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Internet Influencer Discounts
The OnePiece Pop-Up Uses Social Shopping to Offer Customer Discounts
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Twitter-Powered Shopping Cranes
The Topshop Playland Pop-Up Lets Visitors Pay with a Tweet
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Social Pop-Up Shops
The Katy Perry Mad Potion Pop-Up Shop Was Set Up Solely on Twitter
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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 Media-Based Shops
The Kellogg's Social Media Shop Exchanges Cereal for Instagram Photos
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Social Currency Shops
The ooVootique Lets Social Media Influencers Trade ooVoo Friends for Merch
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Positivity-Rewarding Cafes
Marmite's Twitter Shop Treats 'Lovers' for Free, While 'Haters' Pay
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Temporary 12-Hour Stores
iZettle's Temporary Store Hosts Small Businesses for Just 12 Hours
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Pop-Up Floral Shops
Calvin Klein's NYC Location Hosts a Temporary Shop for Floral Arrangements
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Interactive Currency Boutiques
Special K Tweet Shop Gives You Free Food for a Friendly Post
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Social Media Candy Machines
Grey Istanbul's Vending Machines Imagine How Instagram Filters Taste
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Kind Skincare Pop-Ups
London's Simple Skincare Pop-Up Accepts Kindness as Payment
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Pink-Themed Summer Pop-Ups
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Creative Play Pop-Ups
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AR Locker Rooms
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Multi-Sensory Flagship Stores
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Seasonal Phone Booth Activations
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Box-Office-Themed Travel Pop-Ups
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Luxe Pop-Up Experiences
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Gen Alpha Marketing Campaigns
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Sticker-Creating Social Tools
Instagram Releases a New Sticker Creation Feature for Creators
Ice Cream Sandwich Pop-Ups
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Localized Retail Experiences
UNIQLO Sherway Blends Japanese Tradition with Toronto Culture
UK Beauty Summer Pop-Ups
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Content-Inspired Physical Retail Experience
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Premium Athleticwear Pop-Ups
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Terrace Brand Endeavors
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Physical Metaverse Merchandise Stores
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Social Shopping Networks
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Playful Restaurant Pop-Ups
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AR Shopping Malls
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Immersive Gondola Displays
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Multichannel Retail Campaigns
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Playful Retail Pop-Up Installations
Selfridges Unveils the Joke Shop with a Slapstick Generator
Social Commerce Platforms
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AR-Powered Try-On Rooms
Snapchat Unveils a New AR Locker Room at Selfridges Oxford Street London
Holiday-Ready Pop-Up Stores
Oak and Luna Has Launched Its First Pop-Up Store in the United States
Urban Sneaker-Inspired Exhibits
Museum of Graffiti Introduces the Sneaker Stories Pop-Up Exhibit
Pizzeria-Branded Shake Pop-Ups
Domino’s Shake Stand is Located in the Omotesando Area in Tokyo
Authentication Awareness Pop-Ups
The RealReal Pop-Up Showcases Handbags at Dupe Store Installation
Crypto-Luxury Fashion Pop-Ups
9dcc Unveiled Its Collection 01 Pop-Up Experience in NYC
Social Media Shopping Partnerships
YouTube Teams Up with Shopee to Launch 'YouTube Shopping'
Vintage Camera Experiences
Nikon’s Vintage Pop-Up Diner Teases the Past at Yorkdale Mall
AR Beauty Pop-Ups
Pat McGrath Labs x Google Teamed Up to Share 'The Art of Beauty'
Social Commerce Apps
GIST is an App-Based Social Platform for Sharing Purchases with Friends
Luxurious Lipstick Pop-Ups
Valentino Beauty will Host a Spike Valentino Pop-Up in NYC
Exclusive Social Shopping Snacks
Like Air is Launching Limited-Time Flavors on TikTok Shop
Interactive Cosmetics Retail Stores
Watsons Upgrades its Stores for Gen Z and Gen Alpha Consumers
Gen Z-Focused Coachella Campaigns
Pinterest Partners With Coachella to Connect With Gen Z
College-Inspired Haircare Pop-Ups
Monday Haircare Hosted an Interactive Pink Truck
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
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
Immersive Virtual Pop-Ups
Benefit Launches Virtual 'Benemart' Concept for Holiday Shopping
Anthropomorphic Store Campaigns
IKEA's Short Social Films Promote Its Click-and-Collect Service
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
Experiential Social Clubs
Marshalls' Good Stuff Social Club Empowers & Connects Women
Shoppable Travel Storefronts
Expedia Travel Shops Make It Easy to Book Recommended Getaways
Inventive Retail Strategies
H&M is Working to Localize Its Shopping Experience
Micro-Influencer Marketing Services
SCREENSHOT Micro Boost Refines the Brand-Creator Experience
Phygital Fashion Retail Experiences
Macy's mstylelab Digital Shopping Platform is Immersive
Influencer-Led Virtual Shops
Walmart Launches the New Walmart Realm Digital E-Commerce Experience
Stylish Soda Pop-Ups
Poppi World Enticed Health-Conscious, Fashionable Visitors During NYFW
Gameshow-Style Pop-Ups
The Jo Malone Christmas Special Attracts Visitors with a Prize Wheel
Fashion Lifestyle Pop-Up Events
Sundae School Hosts Their First Pop-Up in London
Forward-Thinking Wedding Pop-Ups
Anthropologie Weddings x Pinterest Shares Emerging Styles
Social Shopping Apps
Locker Helps Users Organize, Share, and Earn from Online Wishlists.
In-Store Audience Engagement Solutions
Social Shelf® Has a Novel Approach to Customer Engagement
Integrated Influencer Marketing Platforms
SocialTalk Helps Users Discover, Track, and Connect
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
Chinese Tea Brand Pop-Ups
HEYTEA Celebrated a Successful Expansion into the French Market
Product Exploration Retailer Tools
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Colorful Kitchen Pop-Ups
Primal Kitchen Partners with Pintrest for a Special Initiative
Record-Breaking Rental Pop-Ups
P2P Rental Platform By Rotation Has a Five-Storey Space in London
Youth-Focused Social Campaigns
Claire’s Introduces a New Gen Z-Alpha Platform Called 'The Collab'
Social Marketplace Updates
Instagram Launches a Marketplace to Better Connect Brands and Creators
Imaginative Shopping Platforms
Walmart Realm Shares Influencer-Curated Shopping Environments
Rewarding AI Shopping Apps
The ShopUp App Revolutionizes In-Store Shopping with AI Data
Adventure Travel Pop-Up Stores
Craghoppers Has Unveiled a Boutique Store in Kildare Village
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
Life-Size In-Store Countdowns
Toys R Us Asia and Craig & Karl Created an Advent Calendar for All
Customizable Profile Social Platforms
The 'noplace' App Prioritizes Socialization
Shoppable Luxury Fashion Films
Louis Vuitton Delivers Resort 2024 with an Interactive Experience
Sports-Inspired Pop-Up Shop Metaverses
Meetkai Announces Its Partnership with THINK450 at CES 2024
Confident Fashion Rebranding Campaigns
Boohoo Launches the People Will Talk... Campaign
Purposeful Gifting Pop-Ups
The Body Shop's Advent of Change Pop-Up Shares Gifts That Give Back
Next-Generation Mall Campaigns
Simon's Meet Me @themall Targets Gen Z Shoppers
Botanical Bodycare Pop-Ups
Lush Turned a Store into a Secret Garden Pop-Up for a Special Collab
Miniature Collectible Campaigns
The World’s Smallest Lines are the Focus of Influencer Marketing
Social Shopping Features
YouTube Introduces a New 'Shopping Collections' Feature for Creators
Social Media Impact Studies
Instagram Allows COS to Conduct Mental Health Research
AI-Generated Phone Accessories
PopSockets Launches a New AI Artwork Designer and Giveaway Contest
Crafted Holiday Activations
Loews Hotels & Co will Offer Festive Pop-Ups and Seasonal Sips
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
Conversation-Encouraging Retail Spaces
PlayLab Inc Creates a Flagship Store for MadHappy
Language App Pop-Ups
Duolingo Hosted an Interactive Street Society Event in Soho
Geo-Targeting Store Advertisements
Tesco Recommends Ads Based on a Shopper's Location in a Store
Marketing Social Advocacy Tools
Nut Tree Helps Smaller Brands Boost Their Presence
Back-to-Campus Concert Series
UO LIVE On Campus Features Gen Z-Favorite Artists & Creators
Personalized Retail Media Networks
Thrive Market Collaborates with Instacart on a New Network
Customer Gifting Suites
Grey Bandit's Gifting Suite Gave Customers the Influencer Treatment
Shared Fashion Pop-Ups
eBay UK is Inviting Love Island Fans to Shop the Nation’s Shared Wardrobe
Indigenous-Owned Holiday Events
Aaniin Pop-Up Showcases Indigenous Entrepreneurship
Advanced Retail Campaign Kiosks
Freeosk and Place Exchange Partnered for Integrated Campaigns
Interactive AR Galleries
Chips Ahoy's Happy By Design Campaign Spotlights Multicultural Artists
Gamified Shopping Experiences
Browse Booster Rewards Coupons for Product Views
AI-Powered Search Features
Shop Premium Outlets Enhances its Online Shopping with AI-Powered Tools
Community-Driven Collector Apps
Connectible is a First-of-Its-Kind Social Media App for Collectors
Efficiency-Driven Digital Ad Solutions
ShopLiftr is Revolutionizing Digital Advertising
Engaging Customer Conversion Tools
FacePop Humanizes Customer Interactions Through Video
Localized Networking Platforms
Presence Connects Users with Like-Minded Individuals Nearby
Retailer-Backed Holiday Experiences
J. Crew Launches a New AI-Powered Holiday Experience
Video Game Merchandise Events
The King of Games Tokyo Pop-Up Store is Nintendo Approved
Subtle Marketing Pop-Ups
FOMO Nudge Encourages Users to Buy with Subtle Pop-Ups
Location-Based Photo Sharing
Harbor Creates Personalized Picture Albums Through location Sharing
Mental Health Community Engagement
OOt Social Health Recently Launched Its Application
Social Media Visibility Boosting
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