Many of the top September 2015 interactive ideas involve food and beverages in order to win over the hearts of consumers. While this might seem like an expected move for brands already in this category like Tesco, Subway, Häagen-Dazs and Sprite, companies outside of these industries are also appealing to consumers with good eats. For instance, Yelp hosted a themed party with food and drinks, while life jacket company Tribord created a special drink to promote its sea safety gear.
Social media-activated vending machines, pop-up tasting events are also proving to be popular ways for brands to engage with fans who hunger and thirst for unique experiences.
In order to blend food, technology and customer interaction, Boursin and Stella Artois each created Sensorium events that immerse fans in interactive multi-sensory experiences.
Top 80 Interactive Concepts in September
From Cryptic Magazine Ads to Supermarket Soda Challenges:
Laura McQuarrie — Sep 30, 2015 — Marketing
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Experiential Breakfast Pop-Ups
Dorset Cereals Brand Launched a Breakfast Lodge Activation
78
Interactive Skincare Ads
Neutrogena's Hands-On Ad Entertains While Selling Makeup Removal Wipes
77
Undressing Beverage Bottles
Yakult's Drinks Reveal Swimwear Styles Under a Packaging Layer
76
Botanical Oasis Gin Experiences
Hendrick's Gin Held a Horticultural Pop-Up Earlier This Year
75
Touchscreen Sampling Bars
Beam Suntory's Interactive Booth Offers Bourbon Tasting at the Airport
74
Futuristic Athletic Retailers
The Personalized Nike Experience at its New Stores Redefines Retail
73
Floating Market Soda Pop-Ups
The Schweppes Floating Market Has Set Its Sails in Australia
72
Sports Lab Interactive Retail
The New ASICS Flagship in Paris Offer High-Tech Customization
71
In-Store Boutiques
John Lewis' In-Store Shop Highlights Noteworthy Products with Pop-Up Displays
70
Pop-Up Salad Bars
Subway's Outdoor Salad Bar Encourages Healthy Eating on the Street
69
Kaleidoscopic Selfie Studios
HTC's Straylight Installation Creates Psychedelic Selfie Photos
68
Shrouded Beer Brand Activations
Swedish Cider Brand Kopparberg Hosted a Floral-Infused Event
67
Bus Shelter Jazz Clubs
This Bus Stop in Pittsburgh Was Transformed into a Tiny Concert Hall
66
Experiential Tech Shops
Ontario's First Retail Samsung Store Emphasizes Consumer Engagement
65
Emoji Drink-Ordering Bars
The Coconut Watering Hole Has People Order a Drink with Emojis
64
Pop-Up Eco-Energy Labs
The Shell Eco-Marathon Experience Took Place in Rotterdam
63
Personal Shopping Suites
Selfridges Now Has a Dedicated Space for Retail Consultations
62
Customized Candy Studios
Kit Kat's Custom Chocolate Bar Pop-Up Lets Customers Create new Flavors
61
Sci-Fi Fandom Exhibits
'Art Awakens' Gathers Fan Art to Celebrate the Star Wars Reboot
60
Tweet-Rewarding Vending Machines
This Pop-Up IKEA Vending Machine Gives Prizes for Hashtags
59
Supermarket Soda Challenges
The Sprite Street Challenge Took Place at Pakistan's Dolmen Mall
58
Journeying Bag Campaigns
'The Travelling Bags' Helps Students in Need with Back to School Shopping
57
Branded Ice Cream Trucks
United Biscuits Brand McVitie's Hosts a Delicious Mobile Experience
56
Urban Beach Installations
Corona's Newest Marketing Effort Brings Relaxation to the Busy City
55
Imitation Beach Installations
This Beach Setup Uses Technology to Transport People to the Coast
54
Theatrical Cocktail Trays
The 'Deconstructed Martini' Experience Lets Bar Patrons Make a Cocktail
53
Virtual Reality Flavor Journeys
The Boursin Sensorium is a VR-Powered 3D Exploration of Cheese
52
Artisan Beer Dinners
This Beer and Food Pairing Event Combined Upscale Eats & Sierra Nevada
51
Experiential Rewards Programs
Holt Renfrew Icon Privileges Earns Experiences Rather Than Points
50
Portable Kitchen Campers
Plated's Kitchen on Wheels Advertises Its Meal Delivery Services
49
Sensory Dessert Schools
Haagen-Dazs' Ice Cream Master Academy is a School for the Senses
48
Champagne Bar Pop-Ups
Selfridges is Celebrating Champagne Week with a Pop-Up Champagne Tasting
47
Public Porch Pavilions
These Colorful Porches Create a Social Gathering Space for VIVA Vancouver
46
Interactive Sports Anchor Exhibits
The TSN SportCentreStudio Series Gives Fans a New Experience
45
Fitting Room Shops
Modcloth's Pop-Up 'Fit Shop' Gives People Access to Online-Only Clothing
44
Collaborative Blogger Dinners
Food Blogger Ashley Rose is Hosting a Pop-Up Dinner in Her Studio
43
Interactive Lip-Sync Battle Ads
Toronto Bloggers Kastor & Pollux Star in This Playful Campaign
42
Burger-Building Contests
Mcdonald's Chicago is Having People to Build a Burger to Make the Menu
41
Complementary Cooking Academies
The Tesco Flame Academy Sets Up Shop in Store Parking Lots
40
Interactive Brewery Tours
Pabst Blue Ribbon is Opening a Microbrewery and Tasting Room
39
Musical Whiskey Deliveries
This Service Provides Quality Liquor Via Frank Sinatra Impersonators
38
Equality-Promoting Pop-Ups
This Women's Equality Day Event Celebrates Strong Female Leaders
37
Female Fitness Street Art
Nike's Active Campaign Champions Inspiring Women on Social Media
36
Bubble-Wrapped Bars
iCracked Creates an Ultra Safe Environment for Phones at the Bar
35
Themed Adventure Events
Yelp Hosted an Adventure-Style Themed Prop Party for Reviewers
34
Hard Rock Spam Checkers
HeavyGifts' Unique Web Captcha Tests How Metal a Music Fan Is
33
Outerwear Photo Kiosks
Canada Goose Set Up a Fun Photo Kiosk at the Sundance Film Festival
32
Emoji-Based Gifting Platforms
The 'Inmoji' System Turns Brand Logos into Unique Emojis
31
Multi-Sensory Dining Events
Stella Artois' Unique Dining Experience Engages the Five Senses
30
Meaningful Adventure Campaigns
CLIF's #MeetTheMoment Engaged Outdoor Enthusiasts on Social Media
29
Water-Sampling Challenges
Nestle Encourages People to Try Sparkling Water for Seven Days
28
Dairy Garden Pop-Ups
Onken's 'Urban Fruit Drove' Yogurt Promotion Features Dairy Treats on Trees
27
Social Brand Messengers
These Facebook Customer Service Tools Facilitate More Interaction
26
Seasonal Pop-Up Bars
Venturo's Weekend Summer Bar Serves Refreshing Custom Cocktails
25
Curated Vodka Tastings
This Cocktail Lounge Replaces Bar Managers with Knowledgable Sommeliers
24
Mystery Bar Tours
Old Speckled Hen's 'Hunt for a Hen' Sent People Out on a Bar Scavenger Hunt
23
Custom Comic Campaigns
Old Spice's Instagram Adventure Has Fans Build Their Own Epic Story
22
Neighborhood-Testing Sweepstakes
The Airbnb Try Before You Buy Campaign is For Future Home Buyers
21
Friend-Finding Blimps
The Pepsi Max GPS Blimp Helps You Locate Your Lost Buddies
20
Cryptic Magazine Ads
SAB Miller's Interactive Magazine Ad Reveals a Hidden Message
19
Self-Regenerating Advertisements
This Smart Poster Uses AI to Be the Best Version of Itself
18
Branded Tea Breaks
The 'Tea Break' Program by David's Tea Makes Free Deliveries to Offices
17
Customized Profile Picture Upgrades
The #PimpMyProfile Coors Campaign Upgraded User Photos
16
Sensory Vending Machines
Holiday Autos' Vending Machine Dispenses the Smells of Summer
15
Two-Sided Storytelling Ads
Cornetto's Interactive YouTube Video Tells 'Two Sides' of a Story
14
Social Storytelling Accounts
Land Rover's Instagram Story Uniquely Recounts an Adventure
13
Branded Yoga Events
Bud Light Hosted a Celebrity Yoga Class with Drew and Nick of 98 Degrees
12
Sea Water Beverages
Tribord's Salt Water Drinks Give People a Taste of Drowning
11
Cheering Sports Bottles
SSE's 'Sounds of Victory' Bottles Capture Sound Bites from Rugby History
10
Printable Lunch Notes
These Adorable Doodles are Designed to Be Added to Children's Lunches
9
Reward-Maximizing Hotel Promotions
This Loyalty Program Allows Guests to Earn Extra Points
8
Mindful Charging Stations
This NRG Charging Station Has People Choose How to Charge a Phone
7
Rewarding Eco Rideshares
Uber Shows Off the Renault Zoe as an Zero-Emission Vehicle
6
Brain-Orchestrated Songs
This Immersive TV Campaign for Sense8 Used Minds to Create Music
5
First-Person Chatroom Games
Realm Pictures Turns Chatroulette into a First-Person Adventure
4
Jacket Shopping Quizzes
The Arc’teryx Shell Finder Helps Consumers Buy a Jacket Through a Quiz
3
Food Awareness Dinners
The Controversial 'Save the Flavors' Campaign Raises Species Awareness
2
Captivating Whiskey Apps
Johnnie Walker Enhances Whiskey Drinking with an Immersive App
1
Faux Travel Trays
KFC's Fun Tray Liner Acts as the Backdrop for Creating 'Fakation' Photos
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Monster Energy Revealed Fantasy Ruby Red in Augmented Reality
Cleverly-Disguised Fountain Cups
Pepsi's Latest Campaign Stunt Introduced 'Undercover Cups'
Mixologist-Crafted Beverage Creations
PepsiCo will Host a 'DRIPS by Pepsi' Pop-Up in New York
Gourmet Burgers-Inspired Slime Kits
Trill Burgers Collaborates with Sloomoo Institute
Cartoon-Inspired Beverage Collaborations
Joyburst Partners with Disney and Pixar's Inside Out 2
Spontaneous Summer Picnics
Absolut Vodka & Sprite's HANGOUT-OF-HOME Inspires Unplanned Gatherings
AI-Driven Beverage Menus
Botrista Leverages AI & Machine Learning to Create Drink Menus
Rewarding QSR Trivia Games
Chipotle Mexican Grill Has Reintroduced Its Chipotle IQ Trivia Game
Generative AI Candy Campaigns
The Starburst 'Different Every Time' Campaign is Interactive
LED Can Concepts
The Pepsi Smart Can Has a Flexible HD Display & Sound System
College-Targeted Food Pop-Ups
Uber Hosts 'The One Shop' Across University Campuses
Candy-Flavored Beverages
Skittles Drinks Reimagine a Favorite Gen Z Candy as a Beverage
Kid-Powered Imagination Campaigns
Lunchables' A.I. vs K.I. Proves Kids' Limitless Creativity
Sober October Campaigns
Kit NA Brewing Launched 'Under Your Own Influence Sober October'
Beer-Pouring Party Billboards
JUBEL Made a Billboard That Pours Pints Invites People in to Party
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
AI-Powered Bakery Pop-Ups
The Betty Crocker Dream Bake Studio Beats "Baker's Block" with AI
Personalized Digital Playgrounds
Pringles Poptopia is an Immersive, Engaging Experience for Fans
Naturalistic Taco Stand Campaigns
Coca-Cola Launched a Street Photography Campaign in Norway
Break-Encouraging Soda Branding
The Diet Coke Break Campaign Includes Customized Cans
Purposeful Consumer-Focused Campaigns
IKEA's Sleepfluencers Campaign is a Clever Way to Give Back
Fruit-Stand-Inspired Vodka Pop-Ups
Kylie Jenner’s Canned Vodka Soda will Host an Event in NYC
Promotional Game-Themed Collabs
Microsoft Partnered with Several CPG Brands to Offer Xbox Rewards
Refreshing Streetwear Collabs
Lipton Iced Tea x Cruel Pancake Dropped 90s-Inspired Summer Styles
Film-Inspired Cocktail Experiences
Absolut Vodka Hosted a Wicked Cocktail Event in NYC
Gamer-Centric Fast Food Campaigns
Burger King's Gaming Campaign to Rewards “Burger-to-King” Goals
Creative Play Pop-Ups
The Sharpie Studio Offered Opportunities for Creativity at SXSW
Convenient Store-Themed Pop-Ups
Lee Kum Kee Showcased its Ingredients with Retro Flare
Takeaway Tasting Menus
Ynyshir Partners with Uber Eats to Create a Tasting Menu for Home Delivery
Seasonal Phone Booth Activations
Spotify's Q4 is Calling Urges Brands to Start Holiday Advertising
Interactive In-Store Ads
Visibubble Brings Mobile Messaging Capabilities to Store Shelves
Gen Z-Centric Campaigns
Urban Outfitters' Shift Happens Campaign Has Three Phases
Vibrant Snack Packaging Designs
Cooper Street Snacks Has Unveiled a New Packaging Design
Box-Office-Themed Travel Pop-Ups
Intrepid x TIFF Host an Experiential Travel Activation
Provocative AR Campaigns
NotCo's 'Not So Happy Animals' Presents Food Logos in a New Light
Ice Cream Sandwich Pop-Ups
Chips Ahoy! Pop-Up to Serve Free Ice Cream in NYC
Spooky AR Yogurt Packaging
Chobani Unveiled Interactive Special Edition Halloween Packaging
Craveable Soda Packaging
Sprite is Reviving Its Obey Your Thirst Campaign for a New Generation
Marketer-Targeted Cereal Ads
Surreal's Out-of-Home Campaign Speaks to Marketers, Not Consumers
Immersive Gondola Displays
ColourPop is Getting a New Immersive Makeover at ULTA
Hands-Free Snack Dippers
Hum Hum by Heinz Helps Gamers Eat While They Play
Food-Inspired Interactive Booths
The Nourishing a Better Planet Sustainability Program Debuted
Enhanced-AI QR Packaging
LOVE CORN Partners with Flowcode for Submersive Activations
Magazine-Integrated QR Features
ARCADE Launches the ELLE x Clarks Shoe Visualiser and Experience
Cross-Category Refreshment Campaigns
Sprite and Pringles Hot Have Teamed Up for a New Campaign
Secret Sleep Pop-Ups
The IKEA Sleepeasy Welcomes Guests Through a Hidden Door
Drink-Shaped Gaming Devices
7-Eleven is Giving Fans the Chance to Win a Slurpee-Shaped Tetris Game
Scented Fast Food Billboards
McDonald's Set Up a French Fry-Scented Billboard
Local Restaurant Campaigns
PEPSI X Kelly Rowland Present the Local Eats Better With Pepsi Program
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
Gamified In-Airport Activations
Haribo's Mobile Games Gives People of All Ages the Chance to Win
Rebranded Food Delivery Apps
Skip Revamps Its Brand Identity to 'Skip to the Good Part'
Culinary Pop-Up Experiences
The RC Show's Pop-Up Experience is an Adventure for the Taste Buds
Automated Hot Food Kiosks
Sodexo and Automated Retail Technologies Teamed Up for New Kiosks
Shoppable CPG Ads
Instacart-Powered Shoppable Video Ads are Coming to YouTube
Exclusive Social Shopping Snacks
Like Air is Launching Limited-Time Flavors on TikTok Shop
AI-Generated QSR Items
McDonald's India Asks Fans to Create its Signature Collection with AI
Interactive Cosmetics Retail Stores
Watsons Upgrades its Stores for Gen Z and Gen Alpha Consumers
Confetti-Filled Snacking Commercials
Frito-Lay Launches the Taste of Super Bowl Campaign
Interactive Soccer Campaign
Michelob ULTRA Has Announced Its Largest Summer Initiative to Date
Hydration-Branded Ice Cream Trucks
Liquid I.VV.® Debuts Its Ice Cream Truck Tour
Spooky Interactive Yogurt Packaging
Chobani Flip Greek Yogurt Boasts a Unique Halloween Multipack
Soda-Inspired Food Crawls
The Jarritos Food Crawl is a Collaboration With Canadian Restaurants
Cosmic Beverage Activations
CELSIUS Energy Promotes its Space Vibe Trilogy with a Coachella Event
Hyper-Personalized AI Campaigns
Tesco's Stronger Starts Uses AI to Recognize Customers by Name
Multisensory Cocktail Menus
Synaesthesia Inspired the Spectrum Cocktail Menu at Fitz’s
Discerning Drinker Pop-Ups
Fentimans' Pop-Up Inspires People to Choose More Interesting Beverages
QSR Summer Pop-Ups
McDonald's Mexico Launched a Summer-Themed Activation in Mexico
Informative Digital Beverage Labels
Pernod Ricard Launched a Packaging Initiative in Singapore
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
Festive Advent Campaigns
Cadbury's 24 Out-of-Home Ads Represent the Countdown to Christmas
Nostalgic Snack Ranges
Munchies Returns to Canada After a 20-Year Hiatus
Soccer-Themed Fragrance Pop-Ups
Hugo Boss Presents an Immersive Activation in Brazil and Argentina
Mental Health Snack Initiatives
Pringles Relaunched a QR Design for Exclusive Movember Tubes
Interactive Connected Packaging
Asahi Beverages Philippines Debuts a New Experience
Gifting-Focused Travel Chocolate Products
Ferrero Travel Market Has Shown Off New Treats
Extraterrestrial Influencer Campaigns
MoonPie's Alien Acquisition Shares Ads for Extraterrestrials
Stylish Soda Pop-Ups
Poppi World Enticed Health-Conscious, Fashionable Visitors During NYFW
Fashion Lifestyle Pop-Up Events
Sundae School Hosts Their First Pop-Up in London
Gen Z Breakfast Campaigns
'Start the Day the Totino’s Way' Targets Teens Who Skip Morning Meals
Futuristic Cityscape Activations
Coca-Cola Y3000 Zero Sugar Took Over the Las Vegas Sphere
Cheerful Healthy Snack Campaigns
Garden Veggie Snacks' YUMbelievably Delicious is Innovative
In-Store Audience Engagement Solutions
Social Shelf® Has a Novel Approach to Customer Engagement
Immersive Virtual Pop-Ups
Benefit Launches Virtual 'Benemart' Concept for Holiday Shopping
Spooky Seasonal Libation Campaigns
The Heineken Meet the Chillers Campaign is Character-Driven
Collaborative Digital Coffee Campaigns
illy Launches its Digital Content Series 'Coffee Break'
Co-Branded Drink Activations
The Cawston Press Frozen Fruit Waters Mobile Celebrates Inside Out 2
Mystery-Style Holiday Ads
Waitrose Adds Mystery to the Festive Season with ‘Sweet Suspicion’ Ad
Product Exploration Retailer Tools
These New Instacart Discovery Tools Connect Brands to Retailers
Pumpkin-Inspired Community-Themed Campaigns
Danone North America Debuts the Tri Pumpkin Campaign
Colorful Kitchen Pop-Ups
Primal Kitchen Partners with Pintrest for a Special Initiative
Loneliness-Combatting Grocery Shopping Experiences
Oma's Soep Debuted a Shopping Basket Initiative
Edible Cocktail Bites
Bombay Sapphire Teamed Up with UK Bars to Create Gin-Infused Jelly Cubes
Tongue-In-Cheek Soda Campaigns
Pepsi Jokes at Coca-Cola in It's Tastes Better Campaign
Ready-to-Eat Retailer Snacks
These New 7-Eleven Menu Items are Arriving This Summer
Commercial AI Mixologists
Tastebuds Crafts AI-Generated Recipes for the Beverage Industry
Brand-Boosting Social Media Contests
Iconic Beverage Group Debuts the Iconic Agua Challenge
Social Soda Mixer Campaigns
Level Up With 7UP Inspires Gen Z and Millennial Consumers
Co-Branded Digital Travel Hubs
The Corona Global Hub Spotlights Experiences Rooted in Nature
Influencer Snack Bar Campaigns
Nature Valley Launches a Social-Oriented Digital Marketing Campaign
Gamified Shopping Carts
Instacart Unveils New Updates to its Smart Shopping Carts
Artistic Libation Campaigns
The Madrí Excepcional 'Paint Your Pint' Competition Challenges Fans
Video Game Refreshment Campaigns
The Suntory x Super Mario Campaign is Playful
Customized Dirty Drinks
Cool Sips Makes Specialized Beverages of Any Kind at NYC Event
Minimizing Phone Usage Initiatives
Heineken's Latest Campaign Addresses Phone Use at Music Events
Gamer-Targeted Snack Promotions
Doritos and Xbox Partnered to Celebrate the Release of Starfield
Gen Z-Influenced Marketing Campaigns
Kraft Heinz is Studying Gen Z's Preferences with New Launches
Imaginative Cocktail Menus
Dean & Nancy on 22's World of Dreams Menu Evokes Wonder & Exploration
Short-Form Foodie Feeds
Uber Eats is Testing Out a New Vertical Feed Like TikTok and Instagram
Playful QSR Campaigns
Cossette Forms the New McDonald's Campaign to Closest Restaurant
Resourceful Digital Platform Events
Meta will Host an Immersive Instagram Family Pop-Up in NYC
Interactive Juice Packaging
Gulf Union Foods Launched Fun Connected Packaging for its Juices
Geo-Targeting Store Advertisements
Tesco Recommends Ads Based on a Shopper's Location in a Store
Language App Pop-Ups
Duolingo Hosted an Interactive Street Society Event in Soho
Bizarre Soda Campaigns
Dr Pepper's Try More Weird Disrupts Life's Boredoms with Weirdness
Travel-Inspired Pretzel Packaging
Sabio's Snacking Passport Offers an Interactive Element
Indulgently-Inspired Dessert Flavors
These I.T.S. Dessert Flavors are Sweet and Familiar
Food Holiday Calendars
Food Holidays is Celebrating National Days for Foodies
Global Food Retail Expansions
Supermarket Italy Emphasizes Global Flavors from Around the World
Whimsical Chocolate-Inspired Experiences
Hershey's Chocolate World is Rolling Out Summer Offerings
Music-Centric Branding Initiatives
BACARDÍ Rum Partnered with the MTV Video Music Awards
Interactive AR Galleries
Chips Ahoy's Happy By Design Campaign Spotlights Multicultural Artists
Summery Private Label Foods
Publix Summer Specials are Arriving to Help Consumers Celebrate
Halloween Carbonated Drink Packaging
Tango and 7UP's Two-Litre Packs Get a Spooky Redesign
Mango-Scented Newspaper Ads
Swiggy Instamart Launched a Scented Campaign in the Times of India
Chef-Supported Dairy Campaigns
Anchor Food Professionals Debuts the Taste of Tradition Campaign
Football-Themed Cereal Promotions
This Weetabix On-Pack Promo is Being Run with The FA in the UK
Halloween-Inspired Retail Capsules
Target Debuts a New Private-Label Halloween Capsule for October
Virtual-First QSR Brands
IHOP Unveils a New Expansion for its Virtual Restaurant Concepts
Alcohol-Inspired Food Flavorings
These Alcohol-Inspired Flavors Have a Delicious Profile
Retailer-Backed Holiday Experiences
J. Crew Launches a New AI-Powered Holiday Experience
Curated Autumnal Retailer Collections
ALDI Finds for September Help Shoppers Kick Off Fall
Unconventional Foodie Magazines
Food& Magazine Explores the Weird and Wonderful World of Food
Cocktail-Inspired Togetherness Activations
Smirnoff's Global Connectivity Initiative Launched
Food-Focused Travel Guide Platforms
'FoodieTrip' Connects Hungry Travelers to Experienced Guides
New Year Sandwich Promotions
This Urban Eat On-Pack Promo Offers Hundreds of Prizes Up for Grabs
Festive Chip Campaigns
KETTLE Chips' Christmas Campaign Features 24 Days of Prizes