The top February 2016 interactive trends highlights innovations such as digital in-store displays and activations that require participation from consumers.
Toilet cleaner brand Bloo's recently took to the streets of London's St Paul's neighborhood with an interactive activation that featured an enormous fiberglass toilet. The event, officially called 'Bloo Monday,' aimed to infuse the daily commute with a bit of playfulness. Giving out flowers and inviting guests to write down something that was making them "Bloo" and flush it down the giant toilet. Additionally, the event featured a brass band who played a number of uplifting tunes.
The top February 2016 interactive trends speak to the desire for meaningful, memorable experiences that are likely to form the basis of a loyal relationship between brand and consumer.
Top 65 Interactive Trends in February
From Outdoor Urban Gym Pop-Ups to Interactive Beer Fridges:
Rebecca Byers — Feb 27, 2016 — Marketing
65
Branded Fitness Park Pop-Ups
This Reebok Pop-Up Brings the Gym Outside in London
64
Flavor-Swapping Chip Promotions
The 'Flavor Swap' Campaign Pits Old Flavors Against New Ones
63
Luxury Car Digital Experiences
This Bentley Digital Experience Took Over an Amsterdam Hotel
62
Curbside Cupboard Pop-Ups
This KD Pop-Up Celebrated the Launch of the Brand's New Name
61
Co-Branded Grooming Events
The Carlsberg Ted Baker Event Celebrated the End of Movember
60
Oversized Billiards Promotions
This Citroen Event Showcased the Brand's New Airbump Technology
59
Multi-Dimensional Dining Experiences
The 'Chambers of Flavour' Events are Packed with Suprises
58
Festive Chocolate-Covered Pop-Ups
The Cadbury Christmas Grotto is Part of Its UK Advent Tour
57
Wine Discovery Stores
This Winestore Features Clever Signage and an Interactive Tasting Station
56
Winter-Themed Whiskey Pop-Ups
The Hedonist Project and Diageo Launch a Festive Holiday Bar
55
On-Demand VIP Store Hours
The Kenneth Cole Bowery Flagship Will Open at All Hours for VIPs
54
Holiday Candy Pawnshop Pop-Ups
The Skittles Holiday Pawn Shop Trades Candy for Unwanted Gifts
53
Virtual Reality Santa Visits
The JCPenney VR Santa Experience is Driving In-Store Traffic
52
Urban Safari Treehouse Pop-Ups
This Enormous Activation is for the Lion Sands Game Reserve
51
Musical Marketing Strategies
The 'Bach to Rock' Program Relies on Grassroots Marketing
50
Speakeasy-Inspired Dining Experiences
This Restaurant Delivers the Full Speakeasy Experience
49
Immersive TV-Themed Bars
This Immersive Brewery Experience is Based on the TV Show Breaking Bad
48
Swedish Furniture Brand Exhibits
A IKEA Exhibition on Storage Will Go on Display in London
47
Vacation-Inspired VR Events
This Kayak Pop-Up Transported People to Miami Via VR
46
Underwater Social Adventures
Oris' Social Media Experience Takes Instagram Users Underwater
45
Outdoor Urban Gym Pop-Ups
Fitness Supplements Brand Maxinutrition Will Host an Outdoor Gym
44
Literary Travel Games
Travelzoo's Map Challenges Bookworms to Win a Literary-Themed Holiday
43
Interactive Dining Events
This Restaurant Combines Interactive Theatre with Fine Dining
42
In-Store Movie Experiences
A Series of In-Store Star Wars Activities Delight Tesco's Customers
41
Giant Cheeseboard Tastings
Jacob's Held a London Event with a 40-meter-long Cheeseboard
40
Mindful Fitness Campaigns
New York Sports Clubs' Latest Ads is Actively Encouraging
39
Wizardly Valentine's Day Diners
This Promotion Involves Dining in the Great Hall of Hogwarts
38
Interactive Wine Tables
Graphene 3D Lab and Ideum Elevate Wine Experiences with Technology
37
Snowy White Christmas Pop-Ups
The Cadbury Festive Joy Tour Continues to Spread Joy in the UK
36
Wine Store Bars
'WineStyles' is a Retail Store During the Day and a Tasting Bar at Night
35
Wine Discovery Units
Etude's Countertop Display Promotes Discovery of a Wine's Origins
34
Open-Kitchen Dining Experiences
This Restaurant Prepares Each Meal in Front of Diners
33
Exclusive Influencer Apps
Celebrities are Helping to Boost Twitter Moments with New Social Tools
32
Parisian-Inspired Dining Experiences
This Themed Dinner Party Involved an Immersive Atmosphere
31
Adventure Travel Brand Challenges
This Red Bull Challenge Will Have Teams Barter with Cans
30
Blue Monday Happiness Promotions
Toilet Cleaner Brand Bloo's Delighted Consumers with Bloo Monday
29
In-Store Holiday AR Events
Tesco Mobile Ireland Hosted an In-Store Holiday AR Experience
28
Festive Scented Taxi Cabs
Molton Brown's 'Christmas Carriages' Offer Induglent Rides
27
Mobile Tourism Truck Pop-Ups
Visit Florida and Hertz Teamed Up for an Event in London
26
Burger-Naming Contests
This Chain is Giving Fans an Opportunity to Name Its New Burger
25
Digital Hispanic Emoticons
The Latino Emojis Keyboard Offers Consumers a More Inclusive Experience
24
Mysterious Restaurant Campaigns
The Latest Taco Bell Campaign Teases a New Product Launch
23
Personalized 3D-Printed Shavers
Philips is Now Helping Consumers Make Their Own Electric Shavers
22
Personalized Digital Gift Wrap
The Burberry WeChat Account Was Launched Ahead of Lunar New Year
21
RFID Wine Displays
Vistasys' Information Kiosk Scans Wine Bottles to Reveal Product Facts
20
Consumer-Driven Soup Competitions
The Glorious! Soup Brand is Asking Fans to Create a New Flavor
19
Ad-Replacing Short Stories
Matchbook's Ad Stories Brings More Substance to Website Sidebars
18
Breakfast Vending Machines
Quaker's Pop-Up Breakfast Vending Machine Doles Out Free Meals
17
Pre-Roll Race Ads
This Mini Cooper Challenge Turns a Pre-Roll Ad Into a Game
16
Prisoner's Dilemma-Inspired Eateries
The 'Betrayers’ Banquet' is a Psychological Dining Experiment
15
Interactive Beer Fridges
Bud Light's Digital Fridge Displays Reveal Branded Content
14
Dynamic Wine Signage
Total Wine and More's Retail Signage Uses Video to Reveal Product Origins
13
Hair-Raising Interactive Posters
This Movie Poster Design Gives People a Feel for Carrie's Powers
12
Musical Coffee Promotions
The Starbucks App Now Allows Customers to Discover In-Store Music
11
Branded Concierge Services
The FordPass Promotion Gives Car Owners Access to Special Perks
10
Touchscreen Fashion Displays
At Harrods, Adidas Uses an Interactive Product Browser to Model Goods
9
Fast Food College Scholarships
The 'Live Más Scholarship' Does Not Target Athletes or Scholars
8
OLED Stargazing Pranks
LG's TV Prank Tricks the Public into Seeing Stars
7
Transport-Themed Museum Cafes
This Cafe Celebrates London's Transit System with Tube-Themed Drinks
6
Movie-Interrupting Pranks
Tivo's Movie Stunt Disturbs a Film's Climax with a Commercial Break
5
Streaming Service Kiosks
A Spotify Pop-Up Has Launched Inside London's King's Cross Station
4
High-Tech Family Eateries
Restaurant Technology at Richtree Natural Market Enriches Experiences
3
Backyard Design Kiosks
Canadian Tire's Patio Builder Tool Helps Consumers Visualize with VR
2
Digital Santa Claus Selfies
UK Retailer GAME Implemented an Augmented Reality System for Shoppers
1
Livestreamed City Tours
'Play Melbourne Live' Provides a Peek at the City Through Periscope
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Cheeky Adult Wipe Campaigns
goodwipes Launched a OOH Campaign at the 2025 NYC Marathon
Unapologetic Women-Centric Campaigns
O Positiv Health Hosted an Empowering Event in New York
Anti-AI Beer Billboards
Heineken's Latest Ads Poke Fun at AI Friendship Devices
Dating Profile Billboards
Simply Spiked BOLD Moves Tackles Dating App Fatigue
Grocery-Inspired Beauty Pop-Ups
The Markup Marché by The Ordinary Challenges Industry Buzzwords
Snow-Accented Beer Ads
These Stella Artois Ads Create the Illusion of a Frothy Chalice
Connected Beverage Platforms
Coca-Cola Uses Freestyle Data to Create New Drinks Faster
Group Chat Meetups
Heineken's Group Chat Bar Experience Unites People in Person
Nutrition-Forward Treat Shop Pop-Ups
Bloom Nutrition Hosted the Very Successful Treat Shoppe
Interactive Soccer-Themed Brand Activations
Henkel House Was Designed to Delight US Soccer Fans
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
Creative Retail Competitions
Bricks & Minifigs Launches LEGO Clock Design Contest
Community-Driven Shopping Experiences
A TikTok Shop Pop-Up is Coming to Westfield Stratford
Experiential fragrance
CPL Aromas Creates Interactive Scent Worlds for Emotional Engagement
Immersive Soccer Hubs
adidas Unveiled its Toronto Brand Hub for the FIFA World Cup
Mobile Cafe Pop-Ups
Coach Introduced a Vibrant Coffee Truck in Gotemba, Japan
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
Fashion-Inspired Food Marketing
Magnum Blends Beauty, Music and Luxury Culture into Its Brand
Interactive Advertising Installations
Intimissimi's 'Feel the Billboard' Uses Tactile Advertising
Immersive K-Beauty Pop-Ups
TIRTIR Brings Jeju Matcha Skincare to NYC with a Sensory Experience
Fashion-Branded Café Experiences
Vogue Blends Retail with Immersive Hospitality Spaces
Immersive Restroom Experiences
The Refresh Room Reimagines the Female Festival Bathroom Experience
Dynamic Scent-Inspired Fashion Presentations
Startup Fashion Week 2026 Concluded Its Program
Gen Z-Themed Soda Campaigns
Pepsi Relation-Sips Showcase Small Gestures This Valentine's Day
Immersive Sports Marketing Campaigns
BMO's "Grow the Game" Campaign Celebrates the FIFA World Cup
Playful Tech Accessory Events
CASETiFY Hosted an Event for Takashi Murakami’s FLOWERS Bloom
Fandom Culture Retail Experiences
EB Games x Vibrant Marketing Launch an 'EB Trends' Store Concept
Large-Scale Nail Polish Experiences
OPI Celebrated its 45th Anniversary with an Immersive Event
Marathon Running Brand Pop-Ups
Bandit Running is Launching Its Boston Marathon Pop-Up
Fashion-Inspired Coffee Events
Starbucks Partnered with NYFW2026 and Hosted a Coffeehouse Rave
Immersive Video Shopping Experiences
ASOS Live Blends Creator-Led Content with Real-Time Shopping
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
Comprehensive Easter-Inspired Collaborations
Peeps' 2026 Spring Collaboration Lineup is Impressive
Entertainment-Powered Retail Experiences
AT&T Brings Toy Story 5 to Interactive Store Activations
Foggy Self-Care Billboards
eos' Windows of Self-Care Let Passersby Interact with Unique Personas
Experiential Student Activations
Just Eat's Hey U Up Campaign Coincides with Freshers’ Week
Beer Brand Nature Campaigns
Corona Launched Its Living Is Calling With a Tripadvisor Partnership
Data-Driven Digital Experiences
Samsung Unveiled a Color-Changing Installation in London
Festival Beauty Activations
Medicube Brings Skincare Tech and Experiences to Coachella
Experiential Brand Stores
New Era Creates Interactive Retail Space With Custom Cap Design
Playable Brand Universes
adidas and Brawl Stars Connect Gaming, Apparel and Live Fan Experiences
Interactive Beer-Focused Festival Devices
Heineken's Debuts The Clinker at Coachella
Health-Focused Interactive Pop-Ups
Ancient + Brave Ran the Live Bravely Pop-Up in California
Experiential Wellness-Focused Pop-Ups
while on earth™ Partnered with Athletic Brewing Company
Self-Expression Festival Activations
Barbie Brings Customizable Persona-Building to Coachella
Inclusive Retail Toilet Initiatives
B&Q is Launching Stoma-Friendly Toilets in the UK
Comprehensive Fast Food Reports
Yum! Brands, Inc. Explores Food Trends Influencing the Industry
Personalized AI Billboards
Mercado Libre's Custom Billboards Analyze Their Surroundings and Adapt
Feel-Good Hotlines
Harry's Interactive Mural Provides an Opportunity to Check In
Extra-Vibrant Soda Packs
Poppi's VIBES Party Pack Gives Favorite Flavors a Limited-Edition Look
Pick-Your-Own Bouquet Billboards
5,000 Tesco Mother’s Day Tulips Formed an Interactive Display
Icy Popping Beverages
Tim Hortons' Poppin' Frozen Quenchers are Cooling, Fruity and Sensorial
Interactive Garment Billboards
The Sweaty Betty All Good in the Hood Campaign is in London
Virtual Furniture Pop-Ups
Ikea in Roblox’s Welcome to Bloxburg Offers Furniture in a Digital Store
Sofa-Centered Marketing Activations
This Sofa Club Activation Encouraged Consumers to Take a Seat
Alcohol-Free Underground Campaigns
TfL and Heineken 0.0 Introduced "Bakerl0.0" for Dry January
Humorous Wet Wipes Campaigns
goodwipes Partnered with Hallie Batchelder on Wet January
Pop-Up Sports Hospitality
Toronto’s FIFA Fan Festival Turns Urban Spaces into Immersive Fan Hubs
Production-Led Live Commerce Events
P.Louise Launches Get Unteddy With Me on TikTok Shop
Clay Bar Beer Activations
This Stella Artois Roland-Garros 2026 Activation is Immersive
RGB-Themed Pop-Up Activations
Hisense Debuted a Pop-Up FIFA Activation at Hudson Yard
Coordinated Convenience-Focused Promotional Campaigns
7-Eleven Runs Promotions for Two Events
Curated Discovery Stores
The Shelf Spotlights Emerging Food, Drink and Wellness Brands
Experiential Grocery Campaigns
No Name launches a multi-city grocery goss campaign
Winter Cocktail Infusion Kits
Re:bloom Infusions Spotlights Its Best-Selling Winter Kits
Bathing Culture-Inspired Waterfront Events
Therme Group Ran Culture of Bathe-Ing
Immersive Soccer Tournament Pop-Ups
Lay's Unveils an Immersive Pop-Up Experience
Immersive Queue Displays
Samsung Transforms Everland Wait Lines with Interactive 3D Safari Visuals
Colleague-Connecting Pubs
The Office by Heineken Celebrates the Best Part of Work Culture
Localized Game-Day Food Activations
Martha Stewart Joins Pepsi’s Bay Area Local Eats
Subway Station Fashion Takeovers
Reitmans Hosts its Spring 2026 Lower Bay Station Preview
Bubble Wrap Billboards
Tombola's Interactive Billboards Engage Passersby with a Sensory Activity
Uplifting Wellness Pop-Ups
The giffgaff Booost Bar Helps to Lift Moods and Energy
Playful Tokyo Pop-Ups
Duomart Introduces a Themed Convenience Experience in Tokyo
Activity Gear Billboards
Ocean Spray's Reclaim Happy Hour Activation Got Australians Up & Moving
Interactive Artisan Coffee Campaigns
The Illy Summer Campaign Will Immerse Consumers
Content-Driven Flagship Retail
GARAGE Builds an Immersive Flagship in New York's Flatiron District
Athletic Event-Timed Tech Campaigns
TCL Ran a Comprehensive Ad Campaign During the Olympics
Gamified Grocery Activations
The Asda Check-Out Challenge Leveraged a Nostalgic Game Show Format
Expansive Action Character Toys
Blokees Debuts Its Range in Toy Fair New York 2026
Science-Backed Adventure Collaborations
Toyota, AllGear Digital & Immersion Neuroscience Partner
Illusory Ice Cream Pop-Ups
Häagen-Dazs Celebrated St. Patrick's Day with an O'Häagen's
Mobile Brand Experiences
M&M's Brings an Interactive Caravan to the Tour De France
First-Of-Its-Kind Consumer Aesthetics Events
OrangeTwist Debuts the TwistX Event
Interactive Traveling Marketing Initiatives
Heinz Pllayfully Spotlights the Heinz Ketchup Zero
Elemental Retail Spaces
Goldwin Creates a Multi-Sensory Retail Environment in New York City
Tasty Easter Activation Campaigns
The Mars Wrigley The Big Easter Bunny Off is Ready for Spring
Proactive Bathroom Insights
The Kohler Health App Has Newly Launched Bathroom Routine Features
In-Person Creativity Cafe Campaigns
The Made in Starbucks Campaign Spotlights Customer Creativity
Sports-Inspired Beverage Collaborations
Kung Fu Tea and Red Bull Launch Soccer-Themed Bubble Tea
Running Footwear Showrooms
The Brooks Spring/Summer 2027 showroom previews upcoming footwear
Urban Egg Installations
The Diesel Human-Sized Egg Installations Bring Playful Fashion to Milan
Collectible Branding Initiatives
Up-Brands Unveiled New 'BLOK Éclair Branding' Collectibles
Shoppable Microdramas
Crocs and SuperOrdinary Turn TikTok Storytelling Into Shopping Experiences
Soccer-Themed Entertainment Events
Sky Zone Turns Global Soccer Excitement into Active Play
Anti-Screen Summer Social Events
Eventbrite Presents 'The Offline Summer' Initiative
Interactive Robotic Demonstrations
GoLabs and GOTRAX Partner to Spotlight a New Golf Cart
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
Interactive Retailer Screen Installations
Looma Deploys Its In-Store Digital Media System at BJ's
Interactive Travel Publications
Destination Niagara Combines Storytelling with Trip Planning
Community-Centered Rooftop Events
Heineken's Rooftop Revival Turned Building Tops into Social Hubs
Interactive Game Advertisements
Samsung Ads GameBreaks Encourage Deeper Engagement
Immersive DIY Events
DIY CON Brings Hands-On Workshops and Creator-Led Experiences
Gamified Discount Events
Build-A-Bear Uses Mystery Offers to Drive Engagement
Hybrid Beauty Discovery
Ulta Beauty Finds Gen Alpha Blends AI Tools with In-Store Shopping
Interactive Live Shows
Cirque du Soleil's Interactive Experience Offers Multi-Device Exploration
Mid-Strength Marketing Pushes
6Percent, Small Beer And Quarter Proof Launch Mid-Strength March
Whimsical Desk Rituals
Starbucks Created a Small, Celebratory Post-CNY Activation
Interactive Blooming Floor Lamps
The Bloomlight S Lamp is at Dutch Design Week 2025
Personalised Immersive Wellness
Emergence at 113 Spring is a New Multi-Sensorial Wellness Curation
Experiential Sock Pop-Ups
O2's Not a Sock Shop Shared Designs Reflecting Priority Experiences
Urban Activewear Activations
The Merrell Get Outside Activation Took Over Union Square
Social-to-Outdoor Campaigns
Tribesigns Extends TikTok's Super Wish Campaign to Times Square
Women-Focused Curated Pop-Up Experiences
tm:rw Introduces the Bloom Pop-Up Concept Until April 15
Interactive Streaming Ads
Spotify Turns Listening into Engagement with Carousel Ads
Music Festival Refreshment Campaigns
This Lipton Summer Campaign Offers VIP Festival Experiences
Mobile Creator Experiences
Nikon Connects Creators Through Interactive Multi-City Events
Social Learning Experiences
Lectures on Tap Hosts Expert-Led Discussions in Local Bars
Seasonal Reservation Street Installations
Uber UK Launches 'Reserve' by Mother
Retail Beverage Experiences
The Paper Store Uses Custom Drink Stations to Boost Engagement
Omnichannel Seasonal Support Campaigns
Bestway Wholesale Launches 'Buzz About the Sweetest Deals'
Phygital Loyalty Experiences
Lush Links App Rewards to In-Store Events and Services
Experiential Trade Shows
Wines Experience Reinvents Industry Networking in London
Nationwide Spring-Reset Wellness Challenges
Perspire Sauna Studio Ran the Spring Reset Challenges
Consumer-Centric Public Restroom Surveys
Bradley Company Notes Healthy Handwashing Survey Findings
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
Nutritional Education Grocer Events
Giant Talk & Tours are Led by Dietitians
Valentine's Day Dining Research
OpenTable Compiles Data on Valentine's Day Dining Trends
AI-Powered Customer Feedback Systems
Sweat & Tonic Partners with Clootrack to Enhance Experience
Community Fashion Events
Free People Hosts a Charitable Summer Gathering with Film and Activities
UK-Expanded Furnishing Campaigns
Blum UK Unveils the 'More Than A Drawer' Campaign
Bold Bright Burger Restaurants
Flip-N-Fry in Berlin Uses Vibrant Colour as Its Core Design Theme
Immersive Narrative Tourism
EF Ultimate Break Turns Ashridge House Into a Live Murder Mystery Game
Retail Conversation Marketing Campaigns
Tesco Launches 'Need Anything From Tesco' Platform
Crowd Analytics Beacons
EB Systems Deploys Crowd-Tracking Beacons at FIFA Venues