From hyper-realistic set recreations to movie-inspired ride-sharing promotions, there are plenty of innovative film and TV activations that highlight how experiential marketing is a useful and important tool for media marketers.
In order to celebrate the opening of the Diagon Alley attraction at NBC Universal Orlando, the brand hosted an immersive brand activation inside London's King's Cross Station. The laid back event engaged passersby with a Diagon Alley-inspired photobooth and offered consumers information on planning a trip to the park.
Hosted at South by Southwest 2016, an elaborate marketing experience inspired by the Coney Island story world of television series Mr Robot got attendees excited ahead of the show's upcoming second season debut. The interactive event included a 100-foot ferris wheel inspired by the Wonder Wheel at Coney Island and a replica of the show's F Society hacker den.
18 Film & TV Activations
From Movie-Inspired Pizza Deliveries to Wizardly Brand Activations:
Rebecca Byers — Mar 17, 2016 — Marketing
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Mythic Dragon Easter Eggs
This Game of Thrones-Inspired Chocolate Egg by Melt is in London
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Fantasy Series Snow Murals
Artist Simon Beck Made a Game of Thrones Snow Mural for Sky Atlantic
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Robotic Dating App Stunts
This SXSW Tinder Marketing Stunt Used a Hot Robot to Promote Ex Machina
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Wizardly Brand Activations
This Diagon Alley Event Took Place at London's King's Cross Station
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90s Game Show Recreations
The London Crystal Maze Event Promotes Freixenet Sparkling Wine
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Movie Motel Recreations
Attendees Will Be Able to Visit A&E's Bates Motel at SXSW 2015
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Immersive Brand Attractions
This Mattel Experience Brings TV Characters to Life in Liverpool
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Comic Hero Tattoo Parlors
SXSW 2016 is Hosting a Harley Quinn Tattoo Parlor for Visitors
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Sitcom-Themed Pop-Ups
This Seinfeld Pop-Up Bar is Set to Open in Toronto This Summer
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Superhero Ramen Eateries
Ippudo Celebrates Marvel Heroes with a Themed Pop-Up Restaurant Location
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Recreated Movie Restaurants
This Hot Dog Stand Transformed into 'McDowell's from Coming to America
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Haunting Television Marketing
A New Series Entices Audiences with Its Persona Synthetics Branding
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Cinematic Cafe Pop-Ups
Australia Will Have a Central Perk Coffee House from the Set of Friends
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Cinematic Beauty Pop-Ups
The New Kiehl's Pop-Up Celebrates the Premier of Zoolander 2
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Galactic Marketing Events
This Campaign Lined Up 500 Stormtroopers on the Great Wall of China
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Television-Inspired Carnival Stunts
The Mr Robot SXSW Pop-Up Featured a 100-Foot Ferris Wheel
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Movie-Inspired Pizza Deliveries
Uber Celebrated Home Alone's Birthday by Delivering 'Nero's Pizza'
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Sci-Fi Surfing Stunts
These Surfers in Stormtrooper Suits Draw Attention to Movie Locations
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Luxury Bag Pop Ups
Hermès Debuted a Designer Bag Installation Pop Up in Manhattan
Mixologist-Crafted Beverage Creations
PepsiCo will Host a 'DRIPS by Pepsi' Pop-Up in New York
Experimental Film Motels
The Mountain Dew Borderlands Motel Brings the Video Game to Life
Branded AI-Generated Short Films
KFC Philippines Captures Attention with AI-Generated Films
Branded Interactive Parks
Birkenstock's Birkenfields Invited New Yorkers to Slow Down
AI-Lead Car Ads
Ford Launched an AI Campaign Dubbed 'Be Surreal, Be Ford'
Immersive 3D Fashion Exhibits
Portal:M x Virtual Fashion Exhibition Host a Phygital Experience
Cinematic Colosseum Experiences
PEPSI x Regal Celebrate Gladiator II with the 'Pepsi COLAsseum'
AI-Generated Real-World Transformations
AI-Artist Who Gives a Unique Design to Real Objects
College-Targeted Food Pop-Ups
Uber Hosts 'The One Shop' Across University Campuses
Cinematic Holiday Retail Pop-Ups
Bloomingdale's Announced a 'Wicked Good Holiday' Campaign
Unique TV Series Pop-Ups
Lillet x Emily in Paris Presents the Café de Lillet Experience in NYC
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
Themed Celebrity Activations
Sheraton Centre Toronto will Host Numerous Taylor Swift Experiences
Immersive Whiskey Brand Activations
The Johnnie Walker Blue Room is a Pop-Up at Yorkdale Mall
Cinema-Inspired Hotel Packages
The St. Regis Hotel Boasts the Cinematic Experience Room Package
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
Promotional Metaverse Experiences
Warner Bros. Debuts [Beetlejuice] Escape the Afterlife on Roblox
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
AR Restaurant Packaging
White Castle Launches a New Augmented Borderland Experience
Icon-Led Travel Experiences
Airbnb Icons Offers Experiences Hosted by Icons in Music, Film, & More
Film-Inspired Cocktail Experiences
Absolut Vodka Hosted a Wicked Cocktail Event in NYC
Creative Play Pop-Ups
The Sharpie Studio Offered Opportunities for Creativity at SXSW
Seasonal Phone Booth Activations
Spotify's Q4 is Calling Urges Brands to Start Holiday Advertising
Experiential Chocolate Events
Ghirardelli's Sampling Experience in Toronto Offers Indulgent Treats
Interactive In-Store Ads
Visibubble Brings Mobile Messaging Capabilities to Store Shelves
Digital Snowball Competitions
The LEGO Snow Throw Pits NYC and London Stores Against One Another
Gen Z-Centric Campaigns
Urban Outfitters' Shift Happens Campaign Has Three Phases
Edgy Futuristic Activations
The Oakley Exoplanetary Bunker in Paris is Otherworldly
Entertainment Industry Expansions
Starbucks Enters the Entertainment Industry as Starbucks Studio
Ice Cream Sandwich Pop-Ups
Chips Ahoy! Pop-Up to Serve Free Ice Cream in NYC
Amalfi Coast-Inspired Pop-Ups
e.l.f. Cosmetics Hosted a Beach Club Activation in Brooklyn
Nature-Reconnecting Outdoor Campaigns
Mammut Encouraged People to Reconnect with Nature
Luxe Pop-Up Experiences
Victoria Beckham Beauty Hosts an 8-Day Pop-Up for New Fragrance Launch
UK Beauty Summer Pop-Ups
Mecca Cosmetica is Hosting a Summer Pop-up in London and Manchester
Iconic Character-Inspired Campaigns
Etsy's Christmas Ad Celebrates Personalized Gifting
Nostalgic Light Installations
Toronto's Illuminarium is Launching 'LITE-BRITE: Worlds of Wonder'
Film-Inspired Whimsical Rental Homes
Airbnb Adds the Latest Addition to its Icons Program
Immersive Multimedia Experiences
Sony Pictures' Wonderverse is an Engaging Entertainment Stop
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
Immersive Entertainment Venues
Netflix Houses Feature Eateries, Experiential Activities & More
Premium-Quality VR Experiences
'Sandbox VR' in Toronto Offers Fully Immersive Journeys through VR
Street Art Metaverses
LG OLED & Shepard Fairey Teamed up for a Frieze Los Angeles Exhibition
Luxury Department Store Takeovers
Burberry and Harrods Offer an Immersive Shopping Experience
Family-Friendly Interactive Museums
LEGO's Superpower Studios is Devoted to Hands-On Play
Soda Logo Rebranding Campaigns
Pepsi's New Logo Goes Across the Globe with a Bright Light Show
Immersive Scotch Whisky Journeys
The Macallan Celebrated 200 Years with a Multisensory Experience
Collaborative Streaming Game Experiences
Netflix and Roblox Partnered for a Digital Theme Park
Industrial Design Exhibits
Design Burger Hosted a 'Design Dialogues Exhibit' in London
Gamified In-Airport Activations
Haribo's Mobile Games Gives People of All Ages the Chance to Win
Culinary Pop-Up Experiences
The RC Show's Pop-Up Experience is an Adventure for the Taste Buds
Discerning Drinker Pop-Ups
Fentimans' Pop-Up Inspires People to Choose More Interesting Beverages
Secret Salon Campaigns
Salon X Lets Consumers Experience a Secret Product Line
College-Inspired Haircare Pop-Ups
Monday Haircare Hosted an Interactive Pink Truck
Vintage Camera Experiences
Nikon’s Vintage Pop-Up Diner Teases the Past at Yorkdale Mall
Seoul-Themed Immersive Digital Exhibitions
London Opens the New Digital Delight Installation
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
Creator-Friendly Initiatives
Patreon Lights Up Times Square with Creator-Centric Billboard
Anthropomorphic Store Campaigns
IKEA's Short Social Films Promote Its Click-and-Collect Service
Cinematic Superhero Frozen Pizzas
DiGiorno and Marvel Studios Teamed Up for Themed Pizzas
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
Soccer-Themed Fragrance Pop-Ups
Hugo Boss Presents an Immersive Activation in Brazil and Argentina
Provocative Guerrilla Campaigns
Jewelry Brand MWCurated Uses Fake Infidelity Flyers for Marketing
Transportive Italian Pop-Ups
House of Peroni Nastro Azzurro Hosts an Immersive Event at TIFF 2024
Whimsical World-Inspired Collections
MINISO and Warner Bros Present a Harry Potter Collection
Gamified Eyecare Campaigns
LensCrafters Debuts Blinky's Eye Odyssey with Adventure & Eye Care
Celebratory Musical Snack Campaigns
This Butterkist Wicked Promotion Celebrates the Upcoming Movie
Record-Breaking Rental Pop-Ups
P2P Rental Platform By Rotation Has a Five-Storey Space in London
Stylish Soda Pop-Ups
Poppi World Enticed Health-Conscious, Fashionable Visitors During NYFW
Sporty Ice Cream-Themed Activations
The Häagen-Dazs Flavour Club is Coming to the UK
Co-Branded Custom Ads
Lexus and Universal Pictures Partner for the 'Experience OZmazing' Spot
Futuristic Cityscape Activations
Coca-Cola Y3000 Zero Sugar Took Over the Las Vegas Sphere
In-Store Audience Engagement Solutions
Social Shelf® Has a Novel Approach to Customer Engagement
Chain Restaurant Food Festivals
Chain is the Worlds First Gourmet Chain Food Festival
Superhero-Themed AR Sodas Cans
Coca-Cola's Marvel Universe Packaging Boasts Immersive Features
Collaborative Digital Coffee Campaigns
illy Launches its Digital Content Series 'Coffee Break'
Pop Culture-Inspired Rentals
Airbnb Unveils the New 'Icons' Experiences for Short-Term Guests
Interactive Mixed-Reality Films
What If...?: An Immersive Story is an Apple Vision Pro Exclusive
Co-Branded Drink Activations
The Cawston Press Frozen Fruit Waters Mobile Celebrates Inside Out 2
Streaming Service Installations
Hulu Returns to Comic-Con San Diego with its Animayhem Activation
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
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
Intimate Customized Denim Events
Mars the Label Brings its Friends with Mars Event to London
Celebrity Offspring Pop-Up Restaurants
Uber Eats Brings Brooklyn Beckham's Cooking to Your Door
Peeling Cheese Packaging Billboards
This Babybel Billboard is Inspired by the Product's Packaging
Cult-Favorite Game-Themed Pizza Menus
Boston Pizza & Nintendo Debut a Mushroom Kingdom-Themed Menu
Travel-inspired Brand Campaigns
Michelin Launches the On the Road and Beyond! Campaign
Streaming Platform Dining Experiences
KTV's U Presents a TV Dinner Pop-Up Event
AI-Generated Elizabethan Experiences
The Museum of Shakespeare Will Recreate 16th Century England
Interactive App-Themed Game Maps
Twitch Unveiled 'The Glitch' Brand Map in Fortnite for Twitchcon
Caribbean Cultural Celebrations
Carnival Oasis 2024 Transforms Toronto into a Caribbean Haven
Racing Motif Pop-Ups
Mytheresa x Flamingo Estate Transform an Auto Shop for a Unique Experience
Hollywood Couple Travel Campaigns
Experience Abu Dhabi Debuts a Cinematic Campaign
Artistic Libation Campaigns
The Madrí Excepcional 'Paint Your Pint' Competition Challenges Fans
Football-Themed Pizza Promotions
Little Caesars & NFL Debut HOT-N-READY Giveaways & Getaways
Immersive Garden Bar Experiences
BLOOM Explores America's First Botanical Garden in NYC
Shoppable Luxury Fashion Films
Louis Vuitton Delivers Resort 2024 with an Interactive Experience
Filmmaker-Inspired Pop-Ups
Montblanc Debuts Los Angeles Pop-Up Inspired by Wes Anderson Aesthetics
Dynamic Immersive Play Museums
LEGO Group Presents the Superhero Studios Initiative in Paris
Anniversary-Celebrating Storytelling Ads
The Walt Disney Company Mark Marvel's 85th Anniversary
Performance-Driven Designer Experiences
Hermès Hosts the Cinematic 'On The Wings Of Hermes' Event
Next-Generation Mall Campaigns
Simon's Meet Me @themall Targets Gen Z Shoppers
Miami-Themed Anniversary Celebrations
Alchemysts Inc. Recently Marked Its Five-Year Milestone
Influencer-Based Gaming Activations
Niantic Taps Google to Recruit Creators for Pokémon GO Fest
Reality-Bending Car Ads
CarGurus Ad Features Melting Lego and Gourmet Chef Toddlers
Gameshow-Style Pop-Ups
The Jo Malone Christmas Special Attracts Visitors with a Prize Wheel
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
Language App Pop-Ups
Duolingo Hosted an Interactive Street Society Event in Soho
Hyper-Local Gym Ads
GymBox's Made for London Life Ads Juxtapose City Living and Gym-Going
Gridded Immersive Retail Experiences
Studio Lotus Designs the New Ekaya Banaras Retail
Personalized Retail Media Networks
Thrive Market Collaborates with Instacart on a New Network
Drone Marketing Initatives
LEGO Takes to the Sky with Drone Show and Aerial Messages
Dynamic Auto Marketing Campaigns
Hyundai Promotes Its Electrical Vehicle Line-up
Advanced Retail Campaign Kiosks
Freeosk and Place Exchange Partnered for Integrated Campaigns
Casual Pizzeria Marketing
UK Pizza Chain PizzaExpress Undergoes Design Update
Whimsical Chocolate-Inspired Experiences
Hershey's Chocolate World is Rolling Out Summer Offerings
Gaming Experience-Enhancing Innovations
Inspired Entertainment, Inc. Debuts New Gaming Innovations
Promotional Influencer Videos
Activision Recruits Multiple Creators to Appeal to Gen Z Consumers
Gen Z-Influenced Marketing Campaigns
Kraft Heinz is Studying Gen Z's Preferences with New Launches
Reinterpreted Immersive Events
The Wizard of Oz 360 Experience Retells the Classic Tale
Whimsical Magic-Themed Parks
Universal Studios Introduces the Ministry of Magic World
Immersive Spring-Themed Exhibits
Colors in Bloom Features 12 Immersive Rooms
TV Personality-Backed Promotions
Dominos Taps Simon Cowell for its New Marketing Campaign
Light Garden Installations
Imaginarium360 is an Immersive Walkthrough Garden Event
Design Service Launch Exhibitions
The Public Records Exhibition Marks a New Design Service
Cocktail-Inspired Togetherness Activations
Smirnoff's Global Connectivity Initiative Launched
Pizza Brand-Initiated Fundraising Campaigns
&pizza Partners with SMYAL for Pride Month
Unique Urban Event Hires
London is Renting Tube Stations, Cable Cars, and Piers for Private Hire