As these September 2016 interactive campaigns reveal, brands are becoming increasingly more creative with how consumers are targeted. While pop-up shops are in no short supply, others are opting to immerse people in experiences by implementing VR technology.
Meanwhile, other brands are choosing to make use of social media contests and participation as a means of bringing more excitement to a product or service, with this working to generate more online traffic and therefore reach more eyes. Other examples of interesting September 2016 interactive campaigns include crowd-sourced cocktail concoctions, sensory workout hubs and back-to-school dorm collections that were designed by students.
Although diverse, each of the ideas contained in this cluster considers how brands are working to appeal to specific consumer demographics by implementing the ideas of the very people that they wish to cater to -- making for especially memorable results.
Top 75 Interactive Marketing Trends in September
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Multi-Sensory Workout Clubs
Nike's 'Unlimited You' Offers a Unique and Immersive Experience
74
Pop-Up Shoe Store Trailers
This Mobile Shoe Store Offers a Unique Shopping Experience
73
Multi-Sensory Liquor Shops
Pernod Ricard's Cruise Ship Store Educates and Inspires Consumers
72
Floating Beer Gardens
Hoegaarden's Pop-Up Beer Garden Offers a Multi-Sensory Experience
71
Relaunched Jean Celebrations
The 505 Levi's Jeans Were the Center of an Elaborate New York Party
70
Multi-Sensory Beauty Installations
teamLab's Interactive Gallery Explores L’Occitane's Products
69
Razor-Printing Pop-Ups
Gillette's 'RZR MKR' Showcases the History and Future of Razors for Men
68
Candy-Themed Coding Games
The 'Glicode' App is Pocky's Attempt to Teach Kids about Coding
67
Holiday Soda Bottles
Coca-Cola's Gift Bottle Transforms Its Label into a Chirstmas Bow
66
Vodka Cafe Pop-Ups
Grey Goose Opened a Pop-Up Vodka Bar, Cafe & Bakery in New York
65
Student-Designed Dorm Collections
Target's New Dorm Room Collection Was Designed by Its Interns
64
Digital Dorm Room Magazines
Bed, Bath and Beyond's College Look Book Offers Dorm Room Inspiration
63
Supermarket Wine Pop-Ups
Tesco Launched the 'Finest' Pop-Up Wine Bar to Showcase Its Wines
62
Water Crisis VR Films
charity: water's Virtual Reality Event Tells a Powerful Story About Water
61
Historic Rum Pop-Ups
The 'Casa Havana' Club Pop-Up Features a VR Storytelling Experience
60
Waterpark Obstacle Courses
RNLI's 'Splashfest' Featured a Water-Themed Outdoor Obstacle Course
59
Lickable Breathalyzer Cards
This Uber Driving Campaign Reveals If a Bar-Goer Has Overindulged
58
Apologetic Glasses Campaigns
Bullies Say They're Sorry in Ray-Ban's New Digital Campaign
57
Sporty Technology Pop-Ups
Samsung's Galaxy Studio Lets Fans Experience the Olympics in VR
56
VIP Ticket Geofilters
Toyota Used a Snapchat Filter to Offer an Exclusive Lollapalooza Concert
55
Commercial Social Media Tools
Instagram's Business Tools Help Companies to Engage on the App
54
Pet-Friendly Art Galleries
Pet Insurance Provider 'More Than' Created Interactive Art for Pets
53
Back-to-School Retail Events
Macy's is Preparing Students for College with Special In-Store Events
52
Social Good Selfie Walls
Cadillac Fairview is Launching 'Pledge Walls' for Back-to-School Season
51
Artful Snack Campaigns
A New Cheetos Snack Contest Challenges Consumers to Identify "Art Pieces"
50
In-Flight Movie Premieres
United Airlines Surprised Passengers with a Movie Premiere While Flying
49
Festival Tent Cafes
This Lavazza Shop Shares Barista-Made Coffee at a Festival
48
Soda Brand Gaming Competitions
Coca Cola Hosted a Seven Hour Gaming Event at Its Headquarters
47
Interactive Paint Selectors
Valspar's 'Ask Val' Offers Resources for Choosing a Paint Color
46
Branded Social Media Stickers
Twitter's 'Promoted #Stickers' Include Brands like Pepsi
45
Promotional Fortune Cookies
Supreme Created Exclusive Treats as a Part of Its Apparel Marketing
44
Digital Campus Vending Machines
These Vending Machines Flash Ads at College Students
43
Photographic Skateboarder Activations
adidas Celebrated Skateboarding by Hosting a Photo Showcase
42
Album-Promoting Food Trucks
Rapper Gucci Mane is Promoting His New Album with a Food Truck
41
Missed Call Marketing Campaigns
'Flashcall' Uses Big Data from Missed Calls to Help Brands
40
Video Streaming VR Promotions
This Netflix Clip Introduces People to the 'Stranger Things' Series
39
Branded Croquet Events
Pimm's is Running 'Pimm's Cider Cup' Croquet Games for the Public
38
Promotional AR Kids Games
'Dragon Spotting' Helps Promote 'Pete's Dragon' to Kids with Smartphones
37
Whisky Personality Quizzes
The 'Flavour Behaviour Test' Helps People Find the Perfect Drink
36
Virtual Dining Companions
At the Sasayama Restaurant, People Eat Alongside VR Videos
35
Virtual Reality Taxis
Alcatel is Touring the UK with a Cab That Offers VR Experiences
34
Rewarding Coffee Shop Contests
The 'Starbucks for Life' Game Allows Customers to Win Free Coffee
33
Student-Targeted Fragrance Campaigns
The Ecko Unltd. 72 Campus Tour Targeted College-Age Men
32
Mobile Cake Campaigns
The Launch of Fibre 1 Cheesecake Bars Involved a Literal 'Cake Walk'
31
Coffee Shop Loyalty Cards
The Dunkin' Donuts Black Card is Reserved for Special Customers
30
Monstrous Avatar Creators
The Official 'Godzilla Resurgence' Site Features a Fun Simulator
29
Personified Food Pop-Ups
This Human Fast Food Vending Machine Surprises People at a Laundromat
28
Dorm Room Shopping Assistants
Dormify's NYC Showroom Has Personal Stylists on Hand for Assistance
27
Estate Mogul Vodka Campaigns
Skyy Vodka is Giving Canadians the Chance to Land in California
26
VR Cycling Experiences
Interactive Lab Sets Virtual Reality in Motion with an Electric Trike
25
Olympic Beverage Zones
Coca-Cola is Setting Up #ThatsGold Fan Stations in Rio
24
Branded T-Shirt Challenges
Oasis Promises Rewards to a Fan Who Wears a Promotional Tee for a Month
23
Virtual Conference Platforms
'Exponeer' Offers an Online Conference and Exhibition Service
22
VR Mall Lounges
Dixie Outlet Mall is Engaging Back-to-School Shoppers with Virtual Reality
21
Competitive Sports Webseries
EE is Collaborating with YouTubers for the 'The Wembley Cup' Series
20
Magazine-Branded Campus Tours
The 2015 Essence College Tour Aimed to Inspired College Students
19
Summer-Centric Beer Activations
This Beer Campaign Focuses on Millennial Summer Activities
18
Student-Targeted Tech Giveaways
The #GetCollegeReady Campaign Helped Prepare High School Grads
17
Animated Character Livestreams
Hasbro Created a Facebook Live Broadcast Starring Mr. Monopoly
16
Campus Tour Hiring Campaigns
'Solve' Set Up a Small-Scale Office on Various College Campuses
15
Exam-Based Brand Activations
'Bojangles' Restaurant Surprised Students with Food After Their Exams
14
AI Apocalypse Campaigns
'Halfpops' is Asking Coding Geeks to Use Their Skills to Save the World
13
Quaint Tourism Campaigns
The Village-Phone Promotion Had Callers Interrupting a Quiet Swiss Town
12
Stadium-Inspired Lounges
Panasonic's Olympic Marketing Stunt Introduces a 'Stadium of Wonders'
11
Targeted Insurance Ads
'CoverFox' Hunted Users to Bombard Them with Funny Insurance Reminders
10
Kid-Friendly Sailing Simulators
Volvo Rigged a RS Tera Dinghy to Teach Valuable Sailing Skills
9
Video Game-Connected Apps
The 'Deus Ex GO' App Earns Points for 'Deus Ex: Mankind Divided'
8
Undercooked Chicken PSAs
This Campaign Warns Consumers About the Dangers of Undercooked Chicken
7
App-Focused Data Mining
'Marketing Intelligence' Gives Businesses Robust Knowledge of Consumers
6
Donation-Encouraging Cab Campaigns
This Initiative Advertises the Need for Organ Transplants
5
VR Continent Tours
Liqueur Brand Amarula Created an Experience to Show Off a Taste of Africa
4
Translator-Based Diners
Google Translate's Restaurant Pop-Up Used Food to Break Language Barriers
3
Selfie-Inspired Cocktails
Smirnoff Mixed Up Creative Cocktails Based on People's Selfies
2
Celebratory Burger Giveaways
Shake Shack is Celebrating the Opening of a New Store with Free Food
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Rice-Oriented Cooking Contests
The 'Rice to the Occasion' Contest Involves Minute Rice Recipes
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Luxury Bag Pop Ups
Hermès Debuted a Designer Bag Installation Pop Up in Manhattan
AI-Driven Dreamy Fashion Campaigns
ETRO's Spring 2024 Ad Campaign Uses Artificial Intelligence
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
Traveling Luxury Retail Events
The Bal Harbour Shops Access Pop-Up Tour is a Unique Concept
Generative AI Candy Campaigns
The Starburst 'Different Every Time' Campaign is Interactive
Lab-Themed Hair Pop-Ups
Garnier Fructis Showcases its New Collection Through a Scientific Pop-Up
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
Viral Social Shopping Apps
The Claim App Helps Gen Z and Brands Authentically Discover One Another
Digital Cosmetics Pop-Ups
Oh My Cream! Launched a Digital Pop-Up to Showcase Nine Brands
Personalized Digital Playgrounds
Pringles Poptopia is an Immersive, Engaging Experience for Fans
Illustrative 420 Campaigns
Vizie Unveils His Latest Work for Grassroots' 420 Campaign
Novel AI-Generated Product Designs
Arcade Introduced a Transformative AI Product Creation Platform
Purposeful Consumer-Focused Campaigns
IKEA's Sleepfluencers Campaign is a Clever Way to Give Back
5g-Enabled Retail Showcases
Singtel is Surpassing Consumer Expectations with 5G Retail
Emerging Technology Publications
New Society Has Launched Its Inaugural Book About Technology
Interactive VR Styling Apps
'J.Crew' Launched a Closet Management and Shopping App for Vision Pro
Athletic Apparel Interactive Billboards
Gymshark Unveils the Shoplift Campaign Ahead of Sale
Virtual Holiday Shopping Experiences
Amazon Introduces a New Holiday Shop with 3D Technology
Star-Studded Tech Campaigns
Jewellery Pros and Music Talent Promote the Bose Ultra Open Earbuds
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
Phygital Beauty Store Experiences
Sephora's Store of the Future Locations are Immersive
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
Multichannel Retail Campaigns
Urban Outfitters' 'Happy Lolidays' Campaign is Engaging
AI-Powered Travel Campaigns
Samsonite's Bring It 2024 Campaign Exudes Timeless Style & Durability
Global Handbag Campaigns
Coach's New 'Unlock Your Courage' Campaign Promotes Personal Expression
Data-Driven QSR Campaigns
Burger King's BK Unwrapped Reveals Customers' 2024 Ordering Preferences
Fandom-Friendly Campaigns
WhatsApp & Netflix Unite for a Squid Game Fandom Celebration
Gen Alpha Marketing Campaigns
Claire's is Targeting TikTok Growth for its Latest Ads Spending
GenAI Virtual Shoppers
Cindy by Imaginuity Boots Online and In-Store Foot Traffic
Nature-Reconnecting Outdoor Campaigns
Mammut Encouraged People to Reconnect with Nature
Live Shopping Flagships
Outlandish's Santa Monica Location Supports Live Social Media Shopping
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
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
Digital Travel Retail Experiences
Clarins Debuted an Initiative at the Airport in Hainan, China
Immersive Gondola Displays
ColourPop is Getting a New Immersive Makeover at ULTA
Immersive Entertainment Venues
Netflix Houses Feature Eateries, Experiential Activities & More
Social Commerce Platforms
21 Buttons is a Social Fashion Shopping Network
AR-Powered Try-On Rooms
Snapchat Unveils a New AR Locker Room at Selfridges Oxford Street London
Dating-App Holiday Campaigns
Bumble Holiday Campaign Sparks Real-Life Connections This Season
Magazine-Integrated QR Features
ARCADE Launches the ELLE x Clarks Shoe Visualiser and Experience
Therapeutic Nature-Inspired Campaigns
Craghoppers Introduces Its Autumn/winter 2024 Campaign
Virtual Beauty Speakeasies
e.l.f. Cosmetics' Virtual Luxe Lounge Offers an Exclusive 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
Refreshed Retail Initiatives
Target is Improving its Customer Experience Journey in 2024
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
AI-Generated QSR Items
McDonald's India Asks Fans to Create its Signature Collection with AI
Immersive Beauty Shopping Experiences
e.l.f. Cosmetics Launches a New Collaboration with Obsess
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
Tech Rebellion Campaigns
Lush is Continuing Its Big Tech Rebellion for Black Friday
Interactive Shoppable High-Fashion Films
The Saint Laurent Summer 2024 Collection is Chic
Immersive VR Shopping Apps
Mytheresa Worked with Obsess on New Apple Vision Pro App
College-Inspired Haircare Pop-Ups
Monday Haircare Hosted an Interactive Pink Truck
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
Visual Museum Campaigns
MoMA’s New Museum Campaign Transforms NYC into an Art Lover’s Paradise
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
AI-Powered Marketing Tools
This E-Commerce Tool Uses Customer Data to Project Reward Impacts
Anthropomorphic Store Campaigns
IKEA's Short Social Films Promote Its Click-and-Collect Service
Luxury AR Packaging Solutions
Mytheresa Released App-Controlled Innovative Product Packagings
Futuristic Imaginative Design Concepts
Toyota Introduces the Unique E-Collection of Products
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
Soccer-Themed Fragrance Pop-Ups
Hugo Boss Presents an Immersive Activation in Brazil and Argentina
Shoppable Travel Storefronts
Expedia Travel Shops Make It Easy to Book Recommended Getaways
Immersive Virtual Pop-Ups
Benefit Launches Virtual 'Benemart' Concept for Holiday Shopping
Inventive Retail Strategies
H&M is Working to Localize Its Shopping Experience
Interactive Fantasy Universe Attractions
VIBRANT Debuts DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: The Immersive Quest
Web3 Fashion Show Initiatives
Runway Magazine Launches Re-Inventing the Runway
Real-Time Trending Spot Features
Roadtrippers Introduces the Trending Spots Feature to Its App
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
Forward-Thinking Wedding Pop-Ups
Anthropologie Weddings x Pinterest Shares Emerging Styles
Influencer-Focused AI Updates
CreatorIQ Utilizes AI To Help Marketers Track Creator Conversations
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
Accessible Fashion Tours
The Walmart Style Tour Shares Personalized Color Analysis & Styling Tips
Generative AI Interpreter Campaigns
Samsung's 'The Next Big Thing Is You' Highlights Translation
Customer-Exclusive Brand Trips
Cocokind is Hosting a Customer Brand Trip to Napa Valley in 2025
Product Exploration Retailer Tools
These New Instacart Discovery Tools Connect Brands to Retailers
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
Human Connection-Centric Campaigns
Etsy's New Ad Campaign Wants to Keep Commerce Human
Intimate Customized Denim Events
Mars the Label Brings its Friends with Mars Event to London
Nature-Inspired Tech Booths
SUMSEI is Said to Unveil a Distinctive Booth at CES 2024
3D Beauty Shopping Experiences
Benefit Cosmetics and Obsess Team Up on a 3D Shopping Experience
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
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
Social Shopping Networks
Stage TEN Empowers Creators to Build Their Own Live Shopping Channel
Large-Scale Digital Signage
TouchSource & Centennial Have Collaborated on a New Marketing Project
Burger-Inspired Back-To-School Campaigns
Trill Burgers & LRG Clothing Debut a Line of Activations
Shoppable Luxury Fashion Films
Louis Vuitton Delivers Resort 2024 with an Interactive Experience
Crafted Holiday Activations
Loews Hotels & Co will Offer Festive Pop-Ups and Seasonal Sips
Next-Generation Mall Campaigns
Simon's Meet Me @themall Targets Gen Z Shoppers
Comprehensive Apparel Brand Campaigns
Apparel Group Launches Its Expansive 'Summer-Time' Campaign
Pickleball-Themed Cosmetics Pop-Ups
MAC Hosted a Glow Play Summer Activation in Toronto
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
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
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
Spy-Themed Spirit Campaigns
Lobos 1707 Tequila & Mezcal Taps Lebron James and Victoria Justice
Dynamic Auto Marketing Campaigns
Hyundai Promotes Its Electrical Vehicle Line-up
Advanced Retail Campaign Kiosks
Freeosk and Place Exchange Partnered for Integrated Campaigns
Music-Centric Branding Initiatives
BACARDÍ Rum Partnered with the MTV Video Music Awards
Promotional Influencer Videos
Activision Recruits Multiple Creators to Appeal to Gen Z Consumers
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
Modern Digitized Bookshelves
September is a Digital Bookshelf Where You Can Display Achievements
Influencer Marketing Agencies
NYMA Embraces Influencer Marketing as a Part of its Core Offerings
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
Virtual Self-Expression Summits
göt2b's Virtual Metaverse Experience Uplifts Millennials & Gen Z
Curated Autumnal Retailer Collections
ALDI Finds for September Help Shoppers Kick Off Fall
Analytic Visitor Engagement Tools
FastSensor and SEMA Show Strive to Improve Exhibitor Experience
Hotel-Led Vintage Markets
The MOB Hôtel Hosted a Vintage Market, an Eco Conference and Workshops
Cocktail-Inspired Togetherness Activations
Smirnoff's Global Connectivity Initiative Launched
Subtle Marketing Pop-Ups
FOMO Nudge Encourages Users to Buy with Subtle Pop-Ups
Self-Service Event Promotions
Industry Dive Adds Self-Service Offerings to Include Event Promotion
Festive Hotel Decor Campaigns
IHG Hotels & Resorts Launches the Seasonal Winter Chalet Campaign
AI Influencer Marketing Tools
eezyCollab Streamlines the Influencer Marketing Process