As brands look for easily incorporated multi-sensory aspect to add to consumer-facing events, many are opting to host virtual reality activations that provide a full immersion in an experience entirely designed by the brand. From flavor journeys that recreate the cultivation of a popular cheese to in-store sledding stunts that transport shoppers to the Arctic, there are plenty of virtual reality applications that can enhance the in-store experience and add a memorable aspect to any brand pop-up.
Hosted by Reebok at the 2016 NHL All-Star Weekend in Nashville, an athletic virtual reality experience allowed attendees to face off against some of the hockey stars playing in the annual tournament. The interactive experience used the Samsung VR system and used haptic communication to replicate the feeling of being body checked by another player.
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Couture VR Experiences
Dior Eyes is a Branded Virtual Reality Headset for Interacting with Clients
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Experiential Beer Lounges
The Budweiser Beer Garage is the Latest SXSW 2016 Activation from A-B
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Soda Brand Factory Visits
This Coca-Cola Brazil Campaign Was a Response to Negative Rumors
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Multi-Sensory Warehouse Installations
'29Rooms' Immerses Refinery29 Readers in Real-World Content
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In-Store Immersion Pods
The Bompas & Parr 'Taste Pod' Debuted a Thorntons Store in London
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VR Painting Experiences
McDonald's Helps Fans Unleash Their Inner Artist with VR Art at SXSW
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Nature Walk Simulators
Merrell's Virtual Reality Experience Highlights the Beauty of Nature
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Pop-Up Eco-Energy Labs
The Shell Eco-Marathon Experience Took Place in Rotterdam
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Virtual Reality Santa Visits
The JCPenney VR Santa Experience is Driving In-Store Traffic
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Virtual Flight Experiences
Stella Artois Presented a VR-Powered Bird's Eye View of Wimbledon
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Vacation-Inspired VR Events
This Kayak Pop-Up Transported People to Miami Via VR
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Immersive Whiskey Simulators
Jim Beam's Virtual Reality Simulator Puts You in the Place of Whiskey
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VR Shopping Campaigns
Westfield's Future Fashion Project Leverages Augmented Reality
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Virtual Reality Flavor Journeys
The Boursin Sensorium is a VR-Powered 3D Exploration of Cheese
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VR Cricket Experiences
'A Proper Ball' is a VR Event from Yorkshire Tea and the ECB
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VR Painting Experiences
Hieronymus Bosch's Artwork Now Immerses the Viewer in Virtual Reality
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Iconic Sneaker Simulations
In Their Chucks is an Interactive Digital Campaign from Converse
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Immersive Hockey VR Campaigns
Reebok Hosted a VR Pop-Up at the 2016 NHL All-Star Weekend
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Virtual Reality Studios
Samsung is Opening a VR Studio in New York City
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Flavor-Controlling Musical Instruments
The Flavor Conductor Uses Sound & Light to Influence Tastes
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Indoor Sledding Stunts
North Face's Dog Sledding VR Experience Launches a Real-Life Race
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Sensory Conference Events
Mashable's MashBash is an Interactive Party at South by Southwest
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Virtual Reality Coffee Tours
This Nescafe 360-Degree Video Showcases International Coffee Growers
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Festive VR Dining Experiences
TGI Fridays' Holiday Experience Transports Diners to the Arctic
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Digital Brand-Made Arenas
Nike Partners with EA Sports to Create a New Stadium in FC 25
Recruitment Metaverse Shops
IKEA on Roblox Merges Virtual Gaming and Real-World Job Opportunities
Mixologist-Crafted Beverage Creations
PepsiCo will Host a 'DRIPS by Pepsi' Pop-Up in New York
High-Profile Brand Launch Events
NO CAP! Soda Pop is Launching with Marshmello on August 4th
Experimental Film Motels
The Mountain Dew Borderlands Motel Brings the Video Game to Life
Customizable Shoe Decorating Events
adidas Hosts a DIY 'Style Your Toe' Pop-Up Event in Hong Kong
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
Cinematic Colosseum Experiences
PEPSI x Regal Celebrate Gladiator II with the 'Pepsi COLAsseum'
Concert-Centric Makeup Activations
Sephora Canada will Launch 'Shimmer Studio by Sephora' 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
Virtual Holiday Shopping Experiences
Amazon Introduces a New Holiday Shop with 3D Technology
Experiential Intimates Spaces
Knix Opens Immersive Retail Location at Premium Shopping Centre
Immersive Whiskey Brand Activations
The Johnnie Walker Blue Room is a Pop-Up at Yorkdale Mall
Personalized Digital Playgrounds
Pringles Poptopia is an Immersive, Engaging Experience for Fans
Multi-Sensory ASMR Experiences
Valentino Beauty's Dubai Airport Pop-Up Featured Gilded Visuals
Fruit-Stand-Inspired Vodka Pop-Ups
Kylie Jenner’s Canned Vodka Soda will Host an Event in NYC
5g-Enabled Retail Showcases
Singtel is Surpassing Consumer Expectations with 5G Retail
Digital Footwear Experiences
Reebok Impact is a Next-Gen Shoe Experience with AI and Wearables
Fluidless Scent-Releasing Facemasks
Hong Kong Researchers Developed a Smart Mask Using Wax Pads
AR-Enhanced Hair Dye Boxes
L’Oréal & Snapchat Brought an AR Packaging Experience to Walmart
In-Store Beauty Sampling Kiosks
Ulta Beauty and SOS are Partnering to Promote Product Discovery
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
Multi-Sensory Flagship Stores
KATE Shibuya Offers Immersive Digital and Physical Experiences
Phygital Beauty Store Experiences
Sephora's Store of the Future Locations are Immersive
Experiential Entertainment Spaces
Illuminarium is Set to Open in Toronto's Distillery District
Interactive In-Store Ads
Visibubble Brings Mobile Messaging Capabilities to Store Shelves
Luxe Pop-Up Experiences
Victoria Beckham Beauty Hosts an 8-Day Pop-Up for New Fragrance Launch
Immersive Sports Engagement Solutions
Sportradar Expands Its Partnership with the NBA
Virtual Poolside Shops
The Lacoste Virtual Shop Has an Exclusive Space for Members and NFT Owners
GenAI Virtual Shoppers
Cindy by Imaginuity Boots Online and In-Store Foot Traffic
QSR-Inspired Interactive Metaverses
McDonald's Singapore Launched the My Happy Place Metaverse
Culturally Rich Sports Stores
adidas' New 'Home of Sport' Flagship Features Unique Digital Tools
Nature-Reconnecting Outdoor Campaigns
Mammut Encouraged People to Reconnect with Nature
Metaverse Watch Shops
Casio is Opening a Virtual G-SHOCK STORE in the Metaverse
AR Retailer Haircare Experiences
Walmart Beauty Virtual Try-On Now Includes Hair Color Products
Novel Fitness Raves
Les Mills and adidas Offered a Ground-Breaking Fitness Rave Event
Content-Inspired Physical Retail Experience
Netflix House Creates a Space for Fans to Buy Merch
Premium Athleticwear Pop-Ups
Reigning Champ Announces Pop-Up in Toronto’s Yorkdale Centre
Physical Metaverse Merchandise Stores
Roblox will Sell Physical Goods with Shopify
Immersive Multimedia Experiences
Sony Pictures' Wonderverse is an Engaging Entertainment Stop
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
Immersive Coffee Pop-Ups
Ninja will Host the Ninja Luxe Café 'House of Vibes' Event in NYC
Premium-Quality VR Experiences
'Sandbox VR' in Toronto Offers Fully Immersive Journeys through VR
Multi-Sensory Education Devices
The Conceptual 'Squashy' VR Education Device Has a Tactile Form
Colorfully Immersive Retail Experiences
Al-Jawad Pike Designs a Athletic Propulsion Labs Store
AR-Powered Try-On Rooms
Snapchat Unveils a New AR Locker Room at Selfridges Oxford Street London
Interactive Phygital Hoodies
Beyond Dropped Three Hoodies with Physical & Digital Elements
Nostalgia-Inspired Experiences
Bubble Planet Creates a Sensory Journey with Distinct Bubble Rooms
Authentication Awareness Pop-Ups
The RealReal Pop-Up Showcases Handbags at Dupe Store Installation
Secret Sleep Pop-Ups
The IKEA Sleepeasy Welcomes Guests Through a Hidden Door
Active Lifestyle-Supporting Campaigns
Kellogg's® Vector® Launches the Become Your Player Campaign
Immersive Intimate Brand Pop-Ups
The Knix Pop-Up in Yorkdale Shopping Centre is Exciting
Inspiring Multi-Shop Pop-Ups
Pinterest's Possibility Place Immerses Guests in Inspiration
Historic Fashion Try-Ons
The Design Museum's London Fashion Exhibition Integrates AR Mirrors
Immersive Scotch Whisky Journeys
The Macallan Celebrated 200 Years with a Multisensory Experience
Gamified In-Airport Activations
Haribo's Mobile Games Gives People of All Ages the Chance to Win
Family-Friendly LEGO Installations
The National Bank Open will Feature an Interactive LEGO Pop-Up
Immersive Halloween-Themed VR Experiences
Zero Latency VR Offers Suspenseful 'Halloween Thrills'
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
Immersive Virtual Pop-Ups
Benefit Launches Virtual 'Benemart' Concept for Holiday Shopping
Advanced Adaptive Retail Experiences
Walmart Unveiled New Retail Technologies at CES 2024
Augmented Outerwear Mirrors
Ugg's Flagship Highlights Cold Weather Apparel with a Zero10 Mirror
Mixed-Reality Shopping Apps
StockX Launched an Immersive Way to Shop with the Apple Vision Pro
QSR Summer Pop-Ups
McDonald's Mexico Launched a Summer-Themed Activation in Mexico
VR Physiotherapy Tools
A Team of UniSA Researchers Created Superhero Therapy for Pain Management
Memory-Making AR Experiences
Rokid Celebrated Dads This Father's Day with AR & AI
Virtual Pub Museums
Heineken Pub Museums Spotlight Important Cultural Locations
Luxury AR Packaging Solutions
Mytheresa Released App-Controlled Innovative Product Packagings
Experiential Airline Stores
The Emirates World Travel Store Features Lounge Displays
Tech-Driven In-Store Events
Dyson Launches an Interactive Event at Harrods Department Store
Spatial Computing Shopping Apps
'Alo Yoga' Debuted a New App for the Apple Vision Pro
Soccer-Themed Fragrance Pop-Ups
Hugo Boss Presents an Immersive Activation in Brazil and Argentina
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
Trendy Metaverse Sportswear
adidas Enters the Virtual World Through a Roblox Collaboration
AR Yogurt Packaging
Chobani's Interactive Yogurt Packaging Engages Snackers for Halloween
Virtual Brand Fragrance Experiences
L'Occitane en Provence Launches a Line of Summer Fragrances
Web3 Fashion Show Initiatives
Runway Magazine Launches Re-Inventing the Runway
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
Immersive VR Musical Experiences
BLACKPINK is Hosting a VR Concert in Meta's Horizon Worlds App
Futuristic Cityscape Activations
Coca-Cola Y3000 Zero Sugar Took Over the Las Vegas Sphere
AR-Powered Cereal Games
General Mills Releases a New Digital Monster Game for Consumers
Interactive Fantasy Universe Attractions
VIBRANT Debuts DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: The Immersive Quest
In-Store Audience Engagement Solutions
Social Shelf® Has a Novel Approach to Customer Engagement
Immersive Holographic Zoos
Hologram Zoo Lets Visitors Interact with Animals Like Never Before
AI-Powered Employee Training Services
VirtualSpeech Blends Generative AI with VR for Training
Record-Breaking AR Mirrors
Maybelline New York & FFFACE.ME Debuted a Large Interactive Experience
AR-Powered Furniture Lenses
Google Search Now Supports AR-Based Ikea Furniture Try Outs
Superhero-Themed AR Sodas Cans
Coca-Cola's Marvel Universe Packaging Boasts Immersive Features
Collaborative 3D Art Installations
Samsung Canada x Nicolas Abtan Debut the Re:Frame Installation
Experiential Giveaway Pop-Ups
The Moment Shop Helps AIR MILES Members Bring Experiences to Life
Immersive Virtual Television Experiences
Television for Apple Vision Shapes the Future of TV
Virtual Reality Treatment Experiences
xydrobe and Dr. Barbara Strum Unveils the Pause Experience
AR Sports Drink Bottles
BODYARMOR's Limited-Edition Collectible Bottles Engage Sports Fans
Virtual Car Meetups
7-Eleven is Inviting Fans to Meet Virtually in Fortnite
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
Virtual Reality Gameplay Chairs
The New Roto VR Explorer Chair Rotates with Virtual Movement
3D Beauty Shopping Experiences
Benefit Cosmetics and Obsess Team Up on a 3D Shopping Experience
Virtual Eyewear Retailer Experiences
Walmart Optical Virtual Try-On is Available Online
Immersive Gaming Activations
The Samsung Odyssey Gaming Booth Launches at Toronto's Union Station
Sports-Inspired Pop-Up Shop Metaverses
Meetkai Announces Its Partnership with THINK450 at CES 2024
Dynamic Immersive Play Museums
LEGO Group Presents the Superhero Studios Initiative in Paris
Motivational AR Packaging
RXBAR's No B.S. Motivator Experience Enhances Packaging with Holograms
Camera Gear Product Displays
GoPro Has Announced a Significant Retail Expansion at Best Buy
Immersive Holiday Experiences
Simons and Rodeo FX Debut a Stunning Multi-Media Experience
AR Pizza Menus
Hungry Howie's Uses AR to Promote a Secret Pizza Menu
Self-Guided Cannabis Retail Experiences
BLAZE ECOM Revolutionizes In-Store Cannabis Retail
Immersive Soccer Player Experiences
The Messi Experience Lets Visitors Interact Through AI
Industry-Leading VR Headsets
HTC is Returning to The VR Industry with a New Gaming Headset
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
VR Horror Hotel Experiences
Dracula's Hotel is an Immersive and Transportive Test of Fear
Immersive Keyboard-Focused Events
Logitech's Pop Icon Keys Event Merges Technology and Expression
Ice Cream-Themed Esports Events
Team Vitality Launches The Frozen All Stars with Ice Cream Brands
Basketball League-Inspired Metaverses
The NBPA Metaverse Offers an Immersive Digital Experience
Collaborative Esports Events
Samsung and GIANTX are Hosting an Activation at EGX Comic Con
VR-Based Sensory Exhibits
xydrobe and Dr. Barbara Sturm Launch a New Virtual Reality Experience
Advanced Retail Campaign Kiosks
Freeosk and Place Exchange Partnered for Integrated Campaigns
Virtual Personal Care Metaverses
Superdrug is the First Health and Beauty Brand to Debut in Roblox
Gaming Experience-Enhancing Innovations
Inspired Entertainment, Inc. Debuts New Gaming Innovations
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
Festival Hydration Drink Campaigns
This Electrolit Activation Will Be at Music Festivals in 2023
AR-Powered Brand Experiences
Marcolin Debuts an AR Experience for Employees and Customers
Reinterpreted Immersive Events
The Wizard of Oz 360 Experience Retells the Classic Tale
Virtual-First QSR Brands
IHOP Unveils a New Expansion for its Virtual Restaurant Concepts
Immersive Spring-Themed Exhibits
Colors in Bloom Features 12 Immersive Rooms
Retailer-Backed Holiday Experiences
J. Crew Launches a New AI-Powered Holiday Experience
Interactive Illustrative Refreshment Pop-Ups
The Volvic A Touch of Colour Pop-Up is in London