August 2017 brand activations reveal a variety of creative trends, some of which are related to art and others which are associated with what is still the most popular style of pop-up – those related to food.
The Field Museum of Natural History in Chicago will be offering a new exhibit titled "Specimens with Something to Say," that involves the help of people who are willing to record their voices in the pop-up audio booth, which records participants speaking from a short script. The recordings will be part of the exhibit, and which function as a unique new way to boost engagement in a museum setting.
With Nutella now offering its own cafes in North America, the brand has also expanded to pop-up dessert trucks. The Nutella food truck will be featured in Australia, and all of the varying beverages and desserts it offers will contain the popular hazelnut spread.
Top 35 Brand Activation Trends in August
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All-Day Nap Bars
'Siesta & Go' Rents Beds and Rooms for Catching Up on Sleep
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Self-Constructing Buildings
These Self-Deploying Buildings Can Pop Up in Eight Minutes
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Pop-Up Dessert Trucks
The Nutella Food Truck Will Travel Around Australia this Winter
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Instant Photography Pop-Ups
Polaroid is Marking Its 80th Anniversary with Its First-Ever Pop-Up
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Gaming App Pop-Up Cafes
The Candy Crush Cafe Was Hosted Over a Two-Day Period in London
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Pop-Up Lemonade Stores
Herschel Supply's Pop-Up Lemonade Stand Supports Arts Education
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Multi-Sensory Beverage Pop-Ups
Perrier Flavor Studios Aims to Engage All of the Five Senses
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Sensorial Festival Activations
The British Summer Time Festival Hosted the Moretti Gran 2017
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Line Waiting Services
Consumers Can Pay Someone to Wait in Line for Them with 'Placer'
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Pop-Up Sandal Shops
The Pop-Up Birkenstock Store is Located Inside a Shipping Container
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Floating Pop-Up Water Parks
The Rockaway Water Park Offers a Range of Activities
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High-Tech Pop-Up Barbershops
The Lynx 'Find Your Magic Shop' in Dublin Includes a "Magic Mirror"
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Westcoast Burger Pop-Ups
In-N-Out Burger is Hosting a Pop-Up Cookout Truck in Metro Vancouver
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Bespoke Wimbledon Beer Pop-Ups
The Stella Artois Vantage Point Was Present at Wimbledon 2017
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Champagne Cocktail Pop-Ups
Le Crown and Cactus Pub Was Hosted by Chambord in London
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Elusive Rapper Pop-Ups
This New Travis Scott Pop-Up Will Be Open for Two Days Only
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TV-Inspired Installations
This Better Call Saul Pop-Up Was Installed in Saul, Gloucestershire
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Summer Wine Brand Activations
Campo Viejo's 'Fiesta de Color' Includes a Personalization Station
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Rapper Merch-Selling Pop-Ups
The Location of Damn Pop-Ups Will Coincide With Kendrick Lamar's Tour
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Photography Brand Security Cameras
The Polaroid Hoop is a Simplified Home Security Camera
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Custom Connected Eyeglass Pop-Ups
The Snap Spectacles Pop-Up is On Display at Harrods in London
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Alcoholic Shaved Ice Snacks
Ice Monster is Launching a Boozy Ice Treat That Looks Just Like Beer
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Snack-Sampling Picnics
Nut Butter Brand Pip & Nut's 'Pipnic' Pop-Up Shares All-Day Snack Ideas
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Pop-Up Train Carriages
AART's Redesigned Train Carriages Serve a Variety of Purposes
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3D-Printed Dating Pop-Ups
Match.com's 'Model Males' Pop-Up Showcases 3D Figures of Members
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Spouse-Spying Rental Services
'Ginza Ladis 1' Hires Actors to Stop Your Partner from Cheating
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Snack-Sampling Conveyors
Rowntree's is Launching a Taste Tour Inspired by Sushi Conveyor Belts
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Dessert-Decorating Workshops
Food Network is Promoting Its Bakers vs Fakers Show with 'The Fakery'
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Soda Brand Dining Pop-Ups
The Vanilla Kitchen is a Pop-Up Dining Experience from Pepsi
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Spicy Candy Floss
Lola's Cloud is a Pop-Up Candy Floss Boutique That Serves Jalapeno Cotton Candy
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Luxurious Fantasy Confections
This Game of Thrones-Inspired Cake Costs $25,000
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Personalized Museum Recordings
The Field Museum is Giving Exhibits Voices with a Recording Booth
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Food-Focused Automotive Pop-Ups
Honda's Civic Tour Includes 'City Flavor' Food & Music Experiences
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Open-Air Cinema Clubs
EE Launched the '4GEE Community Cinema Club' to Share Films Above Sea Level
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Pop-Up Investment Eateries
Investec's Click and Investaurant Helps Diners Gauge Their Risk Levels
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Collectible-Inspired Chocolate Creations
Godiva x Pop Mart Labubu Shares Co-Branded Flavors
Immersive Multi-Brand Beauty Pop-Ups
Sephora Partners with Amorepacific for 'Seoul in the City'
Newsstand-Style Pop-Up Series
Uber Eats x ALDI Celebrated Their Partnership with 'The Daily Feed'
Viral K-Beauty Pop-Ups
Anua Hosted its 'City of Glow' Pop-Up in L.A.
Playful Toy-Inspired Pop-Ups
The Jellycat Café Pops Up at Shanghai’s Plaza 66 to Revive Traffic
Artful Japanese Brand Pop-Ups
BEAMS Japan Brings Curated Selection to New U.s. Audience
Swedish Candy Pop-Ups
BUBS' Sweeteasy Brings Indulgent Candy Traditions to US Consumers
Nostalgic Boardwalk Fragrance Pop-Ups
Jo Malone London's Raspberry Ripple Pop-Up is Sweet
Celebrative Skincare Pop-Ups
CeraVe Commemorates 20 Years with a Giant Birthday Present
Pick-N-Mix Skincare Pop-Ups
Weleda's Skin Food Glow Studio Spotlights Customizable Skincare
Experiential Multisensory Pop-Ups
Pleasing's Immersive PleasingLand Includes a “Scent Arcade”
Grocery-Inspired Beauty Pop-Ups
The Markup Marché by The Ordinary Challenges Industry Buzzwords
Luxury Menswear Apparel Pop-Ups
Louis Vuitton's Soho Pop-Up Showcases the Fall/Winter 2025 Vision
Bakery-Themed Beauty Pop-Ups
Clarins' Sweet Spot Activation Celebrates a Decade of Lip Comfort Oil
Blue-Toned NYC Pop-Ups
ANUA Hosted the 'Dew on the Go' Pop-Up to Spotlight its PDRN Mist
Plant-Based Yogurt Pop-Up Shops
Alpro The House of Cinnamon Roll Launched in Shoreditch
Tennis-Forward Pop-Ups
Lacoste’s Activations Serve Up Style Across NYC Ahead of U.S. Open
Collectible Treat Pop-Ups
The KIND Frozen Bar Enticed Visitors with Free Snacks & Labubus
Summer Fragrance-Inspired Pop-Ups
Maison Margiela Launched a Pop-Up Café in Amsterdam
Sensory Supermarket Pop-Ups
ALDI will Host a 'A Very ALDI Holiday' Pop-Up in NYC
Immersive Luxury Cosmetics Pop-Ups
Louis Vuitton Spotlights La Beauté Louis Vuitton
Nutrition-Forward Treat Shop Pop-Ups
Bloom Nutrition Hosted the Very Successful Treat Shoppe
Bakery-Style Bodycare Pop-Ups
The Joonbyrd Joy Bakehouse Shares Treats & Product Samples
Luxury Eyewear Pop-Ups
Prada Opens an Immersive Eyewear Boutique at The Grove
Ice Cream Beauty Pop-Ups
MERIT x Ruru Baked Hosted a Thematic Ice Cream Activation in Toronto
Monogram Heritage Pop-Ups
Louis Vuitton Celebrates 130 Years of its Monogram with an NYC Pop-Up
Ice Cream Press-On Nails
Magnum x Naomi Yasuda Partner for Delectable 3D Press-On Nails
Artisanal Ice Cream Pop-Ups
HYPE Chocolate Brings Flavor to Fairmont Waterfront’s ARC Restaurant
Constellation-Inspired Luxury Pop-Ups
Chanel Ran the Winter Constellation Pop-Up in Toronto
Immersive Soccer Hubs
adidas Unveiled its Toronto Brand Hub for the FIFA World Cup
Next-Gen Jelly Bean Campaigns
Jelly Belly Bean Appétit Entices a New Generation of Fans
Fashion-Inspired Food Marketing
Magnum Blends Beauty, Music and Luxury Culture into Its Brand
Faux Food Pop-Ups
MoMA Design Store Unveils an Immersive 'MoMA Mart' Pop-Up for NYC
Multi-Sensory Nail Polish Activations
Beetles Gel Polish Runs the Taste of Spring Event
Ice Cream Boardwalk Pop-Ups
Jo Malone London Unveils the Raspberry Ripple Pop-Up on the South Bank
Immersive K-Beauty Pop-Ups
TIRTIR Brings Jeju Matcha Skincare to NYC with a Sensory Experience
Paris Fashion Week Cafés
Zara and Style Not Com Opened Its Pop-Up Café at Paris Fashion Week
Fashion-Branded Café Experiences
Vogue Blends Retail with Immersive Hospitality Spaces
Summery Lip Balm Activations
e.l.f. Cosmetics Spotlights Its Melting Lip Balm at Coachella
Multisensory Gourmand Pop-Ups
Lush's Café Gourmand Pop-Up Immerses Visitors in Cozy Scents
K-Beauty Pop-Ups
Amorepacific and Sephora's Multi-Brand Launches in New York
Skincare-Inspired Dessert Pop-Ups
La Mer & Chef Neil Perry Launched a Retro Ice Cream Pop-Up
Pop-Up Beauty Cafés
The Fenty Beauty Café Offers Free Drinks and Product Discovery
Gourmet Lunch Pop-Ups
Uber Eats' Sandwich Studio Elevated the Classic Combo Meal
Pop Culture Chocolate Products
These New Kinder Products Embrace Collaborations
Ice Cream-Sponsored Music Festivals
The Magnum Ice Cream Company Supports Coachella
Branded Holiday Baking Campaigns
Nutella and Hallmark Partnered to Celebrate the Festive Season
Sensory Retail Experiences
Claire’s Launches ASMR-Inspired Stores for Gen Alpha Shoppers
Clinical K-Beauty Pop-Ups
Rejuran Debuts Science-Led Skincare Through a Sephora LA Activation
Entertainment-Powered Retail Experiences
AT&T Brings Toy Story 5 to Interactive Store Activations
Consumer-Focused Packaging Strategies
Hershey's Unveils Elevated Packaging at Sweets & Snacks Expo
Experiential Student Activations
Just Eat's Hey U Up Campaign Coincides with Freshers’ Week
Immersive Seasonal Beauty Pop-Ups
This Oriflame Pop-Up is Launching in the UK This Fall
Consumer Culture Exhibitions
The Momentary Will Present Two Complementary Exhibitions
Sensorial Beauty Pop-Ups
The Pinterest x NYX Gimme Gummy Bar Entices Gen Z with ASMR & More
Swedish-Style Kitchen Pop-Ups
IKEA House Warming Showcases Cooking & Eating Essentials
Experiential Fast Food Collaborations
Popeyes Turned Chicken Tenders Into a Music Venue Experience
Nostalgic Summer Snacks
Entenmann's Launches Childhood-Inspired Seasonal Treats
Grocery-Inspired SPF Pop-Ups
Beauty of Joseon's Morning Moisturizer SPF Grocery is Experiential
Festival Beauty Activations
Medicube Brings Skincare Tech and Experiences to Coachella
Experiential Brand Stores
New Era Creates Interactive Retail Space With Custom Cap Design
Indulgent Beauty Pop-Ups
Ole Henriksen is Celebrating Its Pout Preserve Lip Treatment at Vnilla
Paris Running Pop-Ups
New Balance Paris Marathon Weekend Activates Run House Cultural Space
Reimagined Art Tours
Kayem's There When it Mattered Most Adds Hot Dogs to American History
Health-Focused Interactive Pop-Ups
Ancient + Brave Ran the Live Bravely Pop-Up in California
Desert Noodle Pop-Ups
An Immersive Maruchan Pop-Up is Coming to Cabazon for Festival Season
Chocolate Chip Cookie-Inspired Billboards
Tate's Bake Shop Debuts an Ambitious Marketing Campaign
Grocer-Inspired Installations
FREITAG Launches Mini Market Pop-Up at Dover Street Market Ginza
Holiday QSR Pop-Ups
Tim Hortons Unveils a New Pop-Up at the CF Toronto Eaton Centre
Laid-Back Fan Experiences
The Buldak Couch Time Pop-Up Invites People to Slow Down and Hang Out
Self-Expression Festival Activations
Barbie Brings Customizable Persona-Building to Coachella
Mobile Beauty Pop-Ups
Henkel’s göt2b Debuts a Citywide Mobile Beauty Experience
Comprehensive Fast Food Reports
Yum! Brands, Inc. Explores Food Trends Influencing the Industry
Creamy Cocoa-Peanut Spreads
Nutella Peanut Combines Signature Creaminess with Rich, Roasted Flavor
Supermarket-Inspired Nail Art Designs
Aldi Dropped a Festival-Inspired Nail Art Collection
Chocolate-Based Product Lines
Ferrero Unveils New Products at its Dedicated Innovation Day
Month-Long Luxury Jewellery Pop-Ups
Anne Sportun Fine Jewellery Opens a Month-Long Pop-Up in June
Chocolate Bar-Inspired Muffins
The Branded Muffins from Nestlé Professional Come in Three Flavors
Luxe Parisian-Inspired Pop-Ups
The Longchamp x Constantin Riant Pop-Up is Uniquely Parisian
Nostalgic Summer Ice Creams
Jeni's Super Fun Times Collection Captures the Essence of the Season
Mayo-Inspired Art Gallery Pop-Ups
Hellmann's Mayonnaise Collaborates with Kareem Rahma
Globally-Inspired Frozen Treat Promotions
The Carvel Passport to Flavor Promotion is Tasty
Black Beauty-Brand Pop-Ups
SheaMoisture will Host an Immersive Toronto Pop-Up at Stackt Market
RGB-Themed Pop-Up Activations
Hisense Debuted a Pop-Up FIFA Activation at Hudson Yard
School-Style Pop-Ups
The ZARA Butterbear Academy Pop-Up Immerses Visitors in Playful Scenes
Pop-Up Sports Hospitality
Toronto’s FIFA Fan Festival Turns Urban Spaces into Immersive Fan Hubs
Culture-Driven Product Launches
Church’s Texas Chicken launches Churchie Sauce with a local event
Curated Discovery Stores
The Shelf Spotlights Emerging Food, Drink and Wellness Brands
Experiential Grocery Campaigns
No Name launches a multi-city grocery goss campaign
Hazelnut-Forward Cafe Menus
The Paris Baguette Made with Nutella® Range Spotlights the Spread
Branded Frozen Desserts
Nutella Launches Premium Hazelnut-Cocoa Ice Cream Products
Milk-Themed Mall Exhibits
The Care Corner by Milk Pop-Up is Coming to Yorkdale in November
Ice Cream-Inspired Wedding Venues
The Museum of Ice Cream Opens Its Latest Location in Las Vegas
Game-Themed Beauty Pop-Ups
Benefit Cosmetics' Beneland Shares Playful, Giftable Product Sets
Consistent Skincare Pop-Ups
Naturium's Consistency Club on Tour Shares the Power of Routine
Multisensory Jazz Pop-Ups
Diptyque's Orphéon Inspired a Nostalgic, Musical Activation
Immersive Soccer Tournament Pop-Ups
Lay's Unveils an Immersive Pop-Up Experience
Bubble Wrap Billboards
Tombola's Interactive Billboards Engage Passersby with a Sensory Activity
Gen Z Vitamin Pop-Ups
Nature's Truth and Natural Vitality Unveil a New College Campus Tour
Mobile Brand Experiences
M&M's Brings an Interactive Caravan to the Tour De France
Playful Tokyo Pop-Ups
Duomart Introduces a Themed Convenience Experience in Tokyo
Limited-Time Honey-Inspired Summer Menus
PopUp Bagels Has Partnered with Mike's Hot Honey
Viral Collectible Toy Pop-Ups
POP LAND Unveiled a Whimsical Pop-Up in Singapore
Interactive Artisan Coffee Campaigns
The Illy Summer Campaign Will Immerse Consumers
Illusory Ice Cream Pop-Ups
Häagen-Dazs Celebrated St. Patrick's Day with an O'Häagen's
Boutique Wellness Cafe Pop-Ups
Truvia and Fuze House Work on the 'Sweeten Your Strength'
ASMR Cookie Experiences
The Soft Life Pop-Up Shares the Essence of the New OREO Cakesters
Customer Co-Creation Pop-Ups
Halara's You Speak, We Listened Pop-Up Welcomes Detailed Feedback
Mobile Luxury Boutiques
Mytheresa Tours the Hamptons with a Curated Mobile Boutique
Urban Egg Installations
The Diesel Human-Sized Egg Installations Bring Playful Fashion to Milan
Ice Cream-Branded ASMR Studios
Magnum Canada's ASMR Studio is Unique and Experiential
In-Person Creativity Cafe Campaigns
The Made in Starbucks Campaign Spotlights Customer Creativity
Immersive Music Festival Stores
BELLA+CANVAS Debuted Museum of Merchandise at Coachella
Protein Cheese Activations
Armstrong Cheese Celebrated its Protein Offerings with a Fridge Pop-Up
Marathon Performance Hubs
The PUMA NITRO Lab Transforms ICA into a Multi-Day Running Activation
Community-Centered Bakery Cafés
Paris Baguette expands through neighborhood café experiences
Dog-Focused Food Trucks
Bab’in Spotlights the French Cuisine for Dogs at Central Park
Ice Cream-Celebrating Campaigns
Ben & Jerry's Great Summer Bar Drop Offers Free Ice Cream Bars
Gamified Discount Events
Build-A-Bear Uses Mystery Offers to Drive Engagement
Art-Focused Retail Capsules
Mattel and MoMA Partner to Craft a New Collaborative Collection
Artisanal Donut Shop Design
20/WOL Launched the 'Donut of Curiosity' Artistic Donut Shop
Urban Activewear Activations
The Merrell Get Outside Activation Took Over Union Square
Women-Focused Curated Pop-Up Experiences
tm:rw Introduces the Bloom Pop-Up Concept Until April 15
Exclusive Pop-Up Events
Man’s Best Friend Pop-Up Offers Limited Merch & Immersive Album Experience
Mobile Creator Experiences
Nikon Connects Creators Through Interactive Multi-City Events
Engagement Popup Builders
CookUp Creates Custom Popups To Make Your Product Impossible To Ignore
Seasonal Reservation Street Installations
Uber UK Launches 'Reserve' by Mother
Non-Traditional Flagship Expansions
Pickleman's Gourmet Café Opens Inside Nebraska Furniture Mart
Athletic Pastry Mascot Events
The Pop-Tarts Edible Mascot is Headed to an Activation in Pittsburgh
Cherry-Themed Bar Pop-Ups
Phlur and Space NK are Treating London to an Experiential Activation
Summer-Long Pizza-Celebrating Campaigns
Pizza Hut Debuts the Hut Originals Platform
Immersive Brand Architecture
Loacker Galaxy Opens in Austria with Design Inspired by Its Sweets
Local Restaurant Activations
Pepsi Hosts Community Events to Drive Restaurant Discovery
Event-Centric Camping Experiences
Huttopia Hosts World Cup Viewing and Activities at Its Campsites
Snack Bar-Promoting Experiential Campaigns
Einstein Energy Super Snack Bars Ran a Campaign at SXSW
Island Concept Pop-Ups
The 10am Apotheke Pop-Up Reimagines Island Retail and Hospitality
Brandless Packaging Campaigns
McDonald’s Tested a Name-Free 'Famous Order' Promotion
Sports Lifestyle Retail
Nordstrom Blends World Cup Fashion with Immersive Pop-Ups
Retail Conversation Marketing Campaigns
Tesco Launches 'Need Anything From Tesco' Platform
Community Fashion Events
Free People Hosts a Charitable Summer Gathering with Film and Activities