The July 2019 interactive initiatives spotlight how brands use experience to connect and bring value to their audience or consumers. Some of the examples in this list are quite imaginative and mesmerizing, while others delight with their hyper-targeted themes.
A great example of the former is Architects of Air's striking inflatable maze that challenges the visitor's perception. Other instances are more spread out — like New York-based design studio Donttakethisthewrongway's public punching bags which were deployed in the city to give commuters a space to really express their frustration in a safe manner.
In terms of hyper-targeted experientially focused campaigns, the July 2019 interactive list calls attention to the KFC x Cheetos collaboration that hosted an 'All Orange Everything' pop-up, putting particular emphasis on cheese puffs.
Top 45 Interactive Trends in July
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Mesmerizing Inflatable Mazes
Architects of Air Curates an Experience That is Perceptually Striking
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Whimsically Colorful Playground Designs
Yinka Ilori's Design is Incredibly Vibrant and Engaging
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Interactive Beauty Brand Expriences
The SEPHORiA 2019 Festival Will Feature More Than 60 Brands
44
Calmly Immersive Sound Experiences
Sonos and Google Bring Consumers a Multi-Room Experience
43
De-Stressing Beauty Pop-Ups
Murad Launched a Science-Backed Wellness Pop-Up in Los Angeles
42
Promotional Sci-Fi Arcades
Coca-Cola is Launching a Stranger Things-Themed Pop-Up Arcade
41
Rosé-Themed Glamping Experiences
Two Sisters Vineyard is Offering a 'Rosé Day Getaway' This June
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Luxury Pop-Up Hotels
LateRooms.com Created a Spa & Hotel Pop-Up for Tough Mudder Participants
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Plastic Exchange Beer Payments
Corona Gave Consumers the Chance to Pay for Beer with Plastic
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Pop-Up Plastic Museums
Lonely Whale's Museum of Plastic Boasts Selfie-Friendly Displays
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Stress-Relieving Public Punching Bags
Donttakethisthewrongway's Idea is Tailored to Common Spaces
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Film-Inspired Social Media Filters
Kindai Celebrates a Cult-Favorite Film with an AR Filter
35
Edible Billboard Maps
OpenTable Created a First-of-Its-Kind Edible Billboard of London Cuisine
34
Branded Directional Recycling Signs
Coca-Cola Advocates for Ecology by Pointing to the Correct Bin
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Illusory Waterfall Installations
Burt's Bees' Oasis in the City Promotes Its Natural Lip Balms
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No-Plastic Challenge Campaigns
Boxed Water is Better Invites People to Take a 'No-Plastic Pledge'
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Luxury Car Pop-up Events
Jaguar and Wimbledon Will Launch the Ace Pace Wimbledon Edition App
30
Live Shopping Apps
HelpJess Connects Consumers to Brick-and-Mortar Retail Staff
29
Connected Bottle Caps
Malibu's Smart Caps Integrate NFC Tech to Link Consumers to Content
28
Interactive 3D Ads
3D Google Ads are Coming to the Internet Due to Swirl's Unique Formatting
27
Sci-Fi Stadium Lenses
The Chicago Cubs and Snapchat Launched an AR Stranger Things Lens
26
In-App Outfit Challenges
UNIQLO UT & TikTok Created the #UTPlayYourWorld Campaign
25
Brand-Sponsored Fitness Events
Sport Chek's 'Move Makers' is a Day of Free Fitness Classes
24
Hands-Free Pop-Up Restaurants
Feng Sushi's 'Hands Off!' Pop-Up Offers Kitchen-to-Mouth Service
23
Split-Screen Makeup Try-Ons
YouTube Now Lets Viewers Play with Augmented Reality Makeup
22
Experiential Nugget Activations
The McDonald's Festival Tour Includes a Maze and AR Lenses
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Stress-Reducing Soda Promotions
Canada Dry Giving Away Free Soda at the "Most Stressful Locations"
20
Cat-Friendly Patio Tours
BC SPCA Launches 'Catio Tours' That are Perfect for Cat Lovers
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Dedicated Cheese Puff Pop-Ups
KFC Marked Its Cheetos Collab with An 'All Orange Everything' Pop-Up
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Racetrack Glamping Sites
The M&M'S Glampground Offers a Fun Experience at the Kentucky Speedway
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Portrait-Adorned Vegan Cookies
Oreo Yo'self Allows Consumers to Design Special, Custom Oreos
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Soda Brand Innovation Competitions
Coca-Cola's Make Your Mix Contest Asks Fans to DIY a New Soda
15
Virtual Teeth Whiteners
AuraGlow's Virtual Teeth Whitening Tool is Powered by Facial Recognition
14
Furniture Brand Happiness Experiments
IKEA Wants to Send a 'Happiness Hunter' to Denmark
13
Eyelash-Previewing Apps
Deka Lash's Lash Selector App Visualizes Different Styles & Colors
12
80-Day Intercontinental Tours
Airbnb is Launching an Around the World in 80 Days Trip
11
Interactive DIY Wall Kits
Bare Conductive's New Product Turns Walls into Interactive Landscapes
10
Virtual Restaurant Campaigns
The Martell Curious Restaurant Shares Three Unique Storylines
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Artful QR Code Cans
Big in Japan's Packaging Can Be Scanned to Discover Songs
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Arcade Advertising Strategies
Tesla Showrooms are Being Converted into Arcades
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Painterly AR Wine Apps
Imagery Estate Winery's AR Mobile App Applies Artful Filters
6
RFID-Enabled Jewelry Experiences
Diamonds International's Interactive Consoles Immerse & Educate
5
Tie-Dyed Mushroom Sandwiches
Quiznos Released the New Magic Mushroom Melt in Denver
4
NFC Wine Bottle Tags
Seppeltsfield Barossa's Grounds Range Features Authenticating Packaging
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Mysterious Sandwich Cookie Flavors
Mystery Oreos are Back with a Chance to Win $50,000
2
Royal Burger Delivery Stunts
Burger King's 'King of the Streets' Campaign Boasts Free Whoppers
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Custom Mother's Day Videos
This KFC Video Boasts a Provocative Version of the Chickendale Dance
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Luxury Bag Pop Ups
Hermès Debuted a Designer Bag Installation Pop Up in Manhattan
Gourmet Burgers-Inspired Slime Kits
Trill Burgers Collaborates with Sloomoo Institute
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
Technology-Driven Retail Spaces
ARK Visual Unveils Future Stores as an Immersive Retail Identity
Generative AI Candy Campaigns
The Starburst 'Different Every Time' Campaign is Interactive
Ingenious De-Influencing Ads
Cuyana's De-Influencing April Fool's Campaign Highlights Greenwashing
Lego-Centric Apps
The 'Brick My World' App Turns Reality into LEGO Creations
Kid-Powered Imagination Campaigns
Lunchables' A.I. vs K.I. Proves Kids' Limitless Creativity
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
Experiential Intimates Spaces
Knix Opens Immersive Retail Location at Premium Shopping Centre
Personalized Digital Playgrounds
Pringles Poptopia is an Immersive, Engaging Experience for Fans
Novel AI-Generated Product Designs
Arcade Introduced a Transformative AI Product Creation Platform
In-Game Billboard Advertising
Gameloft Enables Partners to Advertise Natively in its Games
Purposeful Consumer-Focused Campaigns
IKEA's Sleepfluencers Campaign is a Clever Way to Give Back
AR Restaurant Packaging
White Castle Launches a New Augmented Borderland Experience
Interactive VR Styling Apps
'J.Crew' Launched a Closet Management and Shopping App for Vision Pro
Virtual Holiday Shopping Experiences
Amazon Introduces a New Holiday Shop with 3D Technology
Pink-Themed Summer Pop-Ups
The LANEIGE Bounce Around the City Pop-Up Launches in Five U.S. Cities
Personalized In-Flight Ads
United Airlines Kinective Media Offers Curated Travel
Creative Play Pop-Ups
The Sharpie Studio Offered Opportunities for Creativity at SXSW
AR Locker Rooms
Snapchat and Selfridges Created a Pop-Up for Virtually Trying on Sports Kits
Interactive In-Store Ads
Visibubble Brings Mobile Messaging Capabilities to Store Shelves
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
Multichannel Retail Campaigns
Urban Outfitters' 'Happy Lolidays' Campaign is Engaging
GenAI Virtual Shoppers
Cindy by Imaginuity Boots Online and In-Store Foot Traffic
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
Spooky AR Yogurt Packaging
Chobani Unveiled Interactive Special Edition Halloween Packaging
Nature-Reconnecting Outdoor Campaigns
Mammut Encouraged People to Reconnect with Nature
Virtual Interactive Shopping Experiences
Appy Pie Endpoint Launches Suite of Virtual Try-On APIs
UK Beauty Summer Pop-Ups
Mecca Cosmetica is Hosting a Summer Pop-up in London and Manchester
Jelly Sandal Pop-Ups
Melissa will Host a Vibrant 'Melissa Frizzante' Event in Paris
Terrace Brand Endeavors
Louis Vuitton Features its Latest Collection at a Beachfront Pop-Up
AR Shopping Malls
American Express' Door to Shop Small Highlights 10 Small Businesses
Immersive Gondola Displays
ColourPop is Getting a New Immersive Makeover at ULTA
Immersive Entertainment Venues
Netflix Houses Feature Eateries, Experiential Activities & More
Data-Driven QSR Campaigns
Burger King's BK Unwrapped Reveals Customers' 2024 Ordering Preferences
Luxury Department Store Takeovers
Burberry and Harrods Offer an Immersive Shopping Experience
Magazine-Integrated QR Features
ARCADE Launches the ELLE x Clarks Shoe Visualiser and Experience
Immersive Intimate Brand Pop-Ups
The Knix Pop-Up in Yorkdale Shopping Centre is Exciting
Gen Z-Influenced Marketing Campaigns
Kraft Heinz is Studying Gen Z's Preferences with New Launches
Immersive Beauty Shopping Experiences
e.l.f. Cosmetics Launches a New Collaboration with Obsess
Virtual AI Snow Globes
Coca-Cola Unveils a Festive AI Campaign at its Piccadilly Lights Residency
Industrial Design Exhibits
Design Burger Hosted a 'Design Dialogues Exhibit' in London
Smart Shopping Cart Ads
Instacart Unveiled Ads for Its AI-Powered Caper Carts
Interactive Fruit Juice Packaging
Tetra Pak and Jus de Fruits Caraïbes Debut `Connected Packaging
Interactive Video Game-Themed Tours
The Play Nintendo Tour Runs from June 13 to September 2, 2024
Gamified In-Airport Activations
Haribo's Mobile Games Gives People of All Ages the Chance to Win
Exclusive Social Shopping Snacks
Like Air is Launching Limited-Time Flavors on TikTok Shop
Shoppable CPG Ads
Instacart-Powered Shoppable Video Ads are Coming to YouTube
Interactive Cosmetics Retail Stores
Watsons Upgrades its Stores for Gen Z and Gen Alpha Consumers
Immersive VR Shopping Apps
Mytheresa Worked with Obsess on New Apple Vision Pro App
Kids' Entertainment Initiatives
Yoto x CF Shopping Centers will Offer Summer Programming for Kids
Advanced Adaptive Retail Experiences
Walmart Unveiled New Retail Technologies at CES 2024
Mixed-Reality Shopping Apps
StockX Launched an Immersive Way to Shop with the Apple Vision Pro
Provocative Guerrilla Campaigns
Jewelry Brand MWCurated Uses Fake Infidelity Flyers for Marketing
Hyper-Targeted Shoppable Posters
Glossier and Shop Launched Posters with Geo-Gated Location Tech
Anthropomorphic Store Campaigns
IKEA's Short Social Films Promote Its Click-and-Collect Service
Jelly Tint Arcade Pop-Ups
MILK MAKEUP will Offer an Experiential Claw Machine Event in NYC
Luxury AR Packaging Solutions
Mytheresa Released App-Controlled Innovative Product Packagings
Fall-Ready Denim Campaigns
Pacsun Launched Its Interactive Better in Baggy Denim Campaign
Tech-Driven In-Store Events
Dyson Launches an Interactive Event at Harrods Department Store
Immersive Virtual Pop-Ups
Benefit Launches Virtual 'Benemart' Concept for Holiday Shopping
Holographic Health Concierges
Immertia Created an AR Assistant for One A Day's Packaging
Immersive Hybrid Billboards
Meta's Halloween Thrillboards Tease Immersive Meta Quest 3 Experiences
Surrealist Pink Pop-Ups
Hourglass Cosmetics is Hosting the Unreal Pop-Up Shop in NYC
Interactive Connected Packaging
Asahi Beverages Philippines Debuts a New Experience
Interactive Fantasy Universe Attractions
VIBRANT Debuts DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: The Immersive Quest
Gamified Eyecare Campaigns
LensCrafters Debuts Blinky's Eye Odyssey with Adventure & Eye Care
Web3 Fashion Show Initiatives
Runway Magazine Launches Re-Inventing the Runway
Extraterrestrial Influencer Campaigns
MoonPie's Alien Acquisition Shares Ads for Extraterrestrials
Stylish Soda Pop-Ups
Poppi World Enticed Health-Conscious, Fashionable Visitors During NYFW
Influencer-Led Virtual Shops
Walmart Launches the New Walmart Realm Digital E-Commerce Experience
AR Fashion Creations
The ETERNITEE AR Platform Enhances Consumer Interaction
Fandom-Friendly Campaigns
WhatsApp & Netflix Unite for a Squid Game Fandom Celebration
In-Store Audience Engagement Solutions
Social Shelf® Has a Novel Approach to Customer Engagement
Record-Breaking AR Mirrors
Maybelline New York & FFFACE.ME Debuted a Large Interactive Experience
Pop Culture-Inspired Rentals
Airbnb Unveils the New 'Icons' Experiences for Short-Term Guests
Experiential Giveaway Pop-Ups
The Moment Shop Helps AIR MILES Members Bring Experiences to Life
Customer-Exclusive Brand Trips
Cocokind is Hosting a Customer Brand Trip to Napa Valley in 2025
Immersive Virtual Television Experiences
Television for Apple Vision Shapes the Future of TV
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
Sensory Explorative Art Exhibitions
Chromasonic Presents the Making Sense of Color Exhibition
3D Beauty Shopping Experiences
Benefit Cosmetics and Obsess Team Up on a 3D Shopping Experience
Minimizing Phone Usage Initiatives
Heineken's Latest Campaign Addresses Phone Use at Music Events
Interactive AR Experiences
The Sendit App Engaged Gen Alpha on Valentine's Day
Imaginative Shopping Platforms
Walmart Realm Shares Influencer-Curated Shopping Environments
Interactive App-Themed Game Maps
Twitch Unveiled 'The Glitch' Brand Map in Fortnite for Twitchcon
Gamified Shopping Carts
Instacart Unveils New Updates to its Smart Shopping Carts
Interactive AI Product Demos
DemoDazzle Creates AI Interactive Demos with Human-Like Avatars
Gamified Children's Care Products
DEEEZ Developed Interactive Games for the BabyFirst Brand
Life-Size In-Store Countdowns
Toys R Us Asia and Craig & Karl Created an Advent Calendar for All
Shoppable Luxury Fashion Films
Louis Vuitton Delivers Resort 2024 with an Interactive Experience
Performance-Driven Designer Experiences
Hermès Hosts the Cinematic 'On The Wings Of Hermes' Event
Tech-Focused Delivery Expansions
Best Buy is Now Allowing Scheduled Deliveries in Some U.S. States
Next-Generation Mall Campaigns
Simon's Meet Me @themall Targets Gen Z Shoppers
Mobile Escape Rooms
Phone Escape: Hopeless Takes Mobile Entertainment to New Dimensions
Comprehensive Apparel Brand Campaigns
Apparel Group Launches Its Expansive 'Summer-Time' Campaign
Influencer-Based Gaming Activations
Niantic Taps Google to Recruit Creators for Pokémon GO Fest
Pickleball-Themed Cosmetics Pop-Ups
MAC Hosted a Glow Play Summer Activation in Toronto
Reality-Bending Car Ads
CarGurus Ad Features Melting Lego and Gourmet Chef Toddlers
Scannable Skincare Murals
The Ordinary's Interactive Augmented Reality Mural Promotes Bodycare
Interactive Juice Packaging
Gulf Union Foods Launched Fun Connected Packaging for its Juices
Immersive Soccer Player Experiences
The Messi Experience Lets Visitors Interact Through AI
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
AI-Powered Pain Visualization Experiences
Panadol Hosted the Art of Release Experience
Adventure-Focused Social Platforms
Outside Debuts an All-In-One Experience for Outdoor Enthusiasts
Language App Pop-Ups
Duolingo Hosted an Interactive Street Society Event in Soho
Immersive Keyboard-Focused Events
Logitech's Pop Icon Keys Event Merges Technology and Expression
Personalized Retail Media Networks
Thrive Market Collaborates with Instacart on a New Network
Youth Movement Competitions
The PLEZi Absurdly Good Games Encourages Summer Activity
Simplistic Dynamic Game Experiences
Joelle Tindall Created the Unique Touch Egg Game
AI-Fuelled Mobile Design Apps
Adobe Launches its Express Mobile App for Design On-the-Go
Advanced Retail Campaign Kiosks
Freeosk and Place Exchange Partnered for Integrated Campaigns
Interest-Based Action Plans
Curiosity Quench is an App Transforming Passions Into Actionable Plans
Whimsical Chocolate-Inspired Experiences
Hershey's Chocolate World is Rolling Out Summer Offerings
Interactive AR Galleries
Chips Ahoy's Happy By Design Campaign Spotlights Multicultural Artists
Athlete-Inspired Interactive Experiences
Gatorade Canada's G Arena Was Held from August 22 to 24
Interactive Image Mapping
Image Mapping Lets Businesses Create Designs Seamlessly
Customer Gifting Suites
Grey Bandit's Gifting Suite Gave Customers the Influencer Treatment
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
Immersive Spring-Themed Exhibits
Colors in Bloom Features 12 Immersive Rooms
Mixed-Reality Treasure Hunts
EE is Kicking Off Its Inaugural Game Day with a Special Treasure Hunt
Retailer-Backed Holiday Experiences
J. Crew Launches a New AI-Powered Holiday Experience
Streetstyle Flavor Campaigns
Old El Paso's Turn It Up Entices Gen Z to Try Its Street Vibes Range
City Exploration Apps
Concrete is a Social Exploration App Inviting Users to Discover Their City
Networking Platform In-App Games
LinkedIn is Working on Integrating Games to its Platform
Light Garden Installations
Imaginarium360 is an Immersive Walkthrough Garden Event
Comprehensive Museum Visitor Apps
The Chester Beatty Museum & accesso Refine Visitor Experiences
April Fool's Lifestyle Collections
Nugget Introduced Its 'Most Trendiest - High Endiest' Line Yet
Subtle Marketing Pop-Ups
FOMO Nudge Encourages Users to Buy with Subtle Pop-Ups
Interactive Challenge Platforms
Join and Witness Online Challenges in One Place, at Tigbar
Daily Fun Facts
Curiosity of the Day Offers Bite-Sized Insights to Spark Interest
Dynamic Quizzing Experiences
Qwhiz Offers Daily Fun and Leaderboards to Compete with Friends