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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Playful Student-Targeted Interactive Pop-Ups
Uber One Hits Campuses with ‘The One Arcade'
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
Summer Soda Brand Campaigns
Sprite 'Turns Up the Refreshment' With its Immersive Campaign
4/20 Marketing Campaigns
Fat Tuesday and Still G.I.N. By Dre and Snoop Limited Offer
Bakery-Themed Beauty Pop-Ups
Clarins' Sweet Spot Activation Celebrates a Decade of Lip Comfort Oil
Snow-Accented Beer Ads
These Stella Artois Ads Create the Illusion of a Frothy Chalice
Group Chat Meetups
Heineken's Group Chat Bar Experience Unites People in Person
Festival Vodka Brand Activations
Absolut Launched Its Heat Haus & New RTD Line at Coachella 2026
Playful Creative Design Billboards
Canva Unveils 3D Billboards to Spotlight its Capabilities
Interactive Soccer-Themed Brand Activations
Henkel House Was Designed to Delight US Soccer Fans
Grocery-Inspired Beauty Pop-Ups
The Markup Marché by The Ordinary Challenges Industry Buzzwords
Authentic Connection Campaigns
Heineken's Hijack Socialization Encourages Out-of-Home Gatherings
Vintage Streetwear Pop-ups
Kronenbourg 1664 Launched a Three-Day Immersive Fashion Experience
Community-Driven Shopping Experiences
A TikTok Shop Pop-Up is Coming to Westfield Stratford
Beer Brand Nature Campaigns
Corona Launched Its Living Is Calling With a Tripadvisor Partnership
Hydration-Focused Pop-Ups
Thorne Launched Its 'Just Add Water' Activation in NYC
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
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
Immersive Restroom Experiences
The Refresh Room Reimagines the Female Festival Bathroom Experience
Gen Z-Themed Soda Campaigns
Pepsi Relation-Sips Showcase Small Gestures This Valentine's Day
Playful Tech Accessory Events
CASETiFY Hosted an Event for Takashi Murakami’s FLOWERS Bloom
Smart Beer Bands
Heineken's The Clinker Celebrates Music as a Shared Language
Romantic Retailer Basket Campaigns
The Asda Red Baskets are Arriving for Valentine's Day
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
Dynamic Scent-Inspired Fashion Presentations
Startup Fashion Week 2026 Concluded Its Program
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
Multi-Sensory Creative Toy Capsules
Crayola Has Announced a Range of New Creative Toys for 2026
Minimalist Co-Branded Mobile Devices
Heineken and Bodega Introduced the Boring Phone
Immersive Video Shopping Experiences
ASOS Live Blends Creator-Led Content with Real-Time Shopping
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
Foggy Self-Care Billboards
eos' Windows of Self-Care Let Passersby Interact with Unique Personas
Cross-Industry Insight Networks
The Think Party Explores the Future of Socialization
Experiential Student Activations
Just Eat's Hey U Up Campaign Coincides with Freshers’ Week
Data-Driven Digital Experiences
Samsung Unveiled a Color-Changing Installation in London
Luxury Eyewear Pop-Ups
Prada Opens an Immersive Eyewear Boutique at The Grove
Festival Beauty Activations
Medicube Brings Skincare Tech and Experiences to Coachella
Fashion-Branded Café Experiences
Vogue Blends Retail with Immersive Hospitality Spaces
Experiential Brand Stores
New Era Creates Interactive Retail Space With Custom Cap Design
Sensory Retail Experiences
Claire’s Launches ASMR-Inspired Stores for Gen Alpha Shoppers
Analog-Themed Camera Campaigns
Polaroid Launched 'The Camera for an Analog Life'
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
Immersive Curl-Powered Pop-Ups
göt2b is Helping Gen Z & Millennials Celebrate Their Waves & Coils
Grocer-Inspired Installations
FREITAG Launches Mini Market Pop-Up at Dover Street Market Ginza
Beauty-Centric Cafe Collabs
Velvet Vault x Brandor Coffee Teamed Up for a Two-Day Event
Experiential Wellness-Focused Pop-Ups
while on earth™ Partnered with Athletic Brewing Company
Self-Expression Festival Activations
Barbie Brings Customizable Persona-Building to Coachella
Emotional Introspection Drinking Experiences
Suntory's Glass and Words Bar Concept is Novel
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
Gamified Scent Marketing Experiences
Axe's Grab The Sweet Turned a Bus Stop into a Claw Machine
Extra-Vibrant Soda Packs
Poppi's VIBES Party Pack Gives Favorite Flavors a Limited-Edition Look
Interactive Juice Boxes
Suntop's Mega Back to School Campaign Integrates Connected Packaging
Pick-Your-Own Bouquet Billboards
5,000 Tesco Mother’s Day Tulips Formed an Interactive Display
Sofa-Centered Marketing Activations
This Sofa Club Activation Encouraged Consumers to Take a Seat
Feel-Good Kombucha Pop-Ups
Lipton Ice Tea's Komboomcha Box Shared the Joy of Dance & Music
Personalized AI Billboards
Mercado Libre's Custom Billboards Analyze Their Surroundings and Adapt
Mobile Cafe Pop-Ups
Coach Introduced a Vibrant Coffee Truck in Gotemba, Japan
Food Packaging Refreshes
Higgidy Gets New Visual Identity on the Idea of Bursting with Abundance
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
Alcohol-Free Underground Campaigns
TfL and Heineken 0.0 Introduced "Bakerl0.0" for Dry January
Lyrics-Inspired OOH Campaigns
Taskrabbit Interprets Pop Culture Songs for Summer Home Tasks
Humorous Wet Wipes Campaigns
goodwipes Partnered with Hallie Batchelder on Wet January
Production-Led Live Commerce Events
P.Louise Launches Get Unteddy With Me on TikTok Shop
Pop-Up Sports Hospitality
Toronto’s FIFA Fan Festival Turns Urban Spaces into Immersive Fan Hubs
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
Interactive Scented Billboard Ads
LOLA MullenLowe Presents a Scented Lynx/Axe 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
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
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
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
Boutique Wellness Cafe Pop-Ups
Truvia and Fuze House Work on the 'Sweeten Your Strength'
Interactive Traveling Marketing Initiatives
Heinz Pllayfully Spotlights the Heinz Ketchup Zero
Immersive Cookie Dough-Inspired Experiences
INTENNSE Partners with Doughlicious at INTENNSE Arena
Perks-Filled Activations
The Really Good Mood Machine by Uber Shares Feel-Good Surprises
Audio Experience-Integrated Beverage Packaging
TapTunes, Inc. Has Introduced Virtual Wax
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
First-Of-Its-Kind Consumer Aesthetics Events
OrangeTwist Debuts the TwistX Event
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
Gum Brand Activations
EXCEL® Gum Gets a Bold Refresh with Concert Activations to Match
Marathon Performance Hubs
The PUMA NITRO Lab Transforms ICA into a Multi-Day Running Activation
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
Interactive Beauty Destinations
Superdrug Beauty Playgrounds Inspire Fun & Product Discovery
Interactive Retailer Screen Installations
Looma Deploys Its In-Store Digital Media System at BJ's
Community-Centered Rooftop Events
Heineken's Rooftop Revival Turned Building Tops into Social Hubs
Interactive Game Advertisements
Samsung Ads GameBreaks Encourage Deeper Engagement
Prideful Toronto Pop-Ups
Ink The Rainbow is a New Skittles Pop-Up Operating at Toronto Pride
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
Global Product Launch Events
Uber Unveils a New Go-Get Exhibit Featuring Interactive Vignettes
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
Colorful Sampling Windows
7UP's Pink Refresh Window Brings a Splash of Color to UK Cities
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
Swapped Phone Campaigns
KitKat Phone Break Depicts Devices Traded for Chocolate Wafer Bars
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
Mobile Creator Experiences
Nikon Connects Creators Through Interactive Multi-City Events
Seasonal Reservation Street Installations
Uber UK Launches 'Reserve' by Mother
Cost-Effective Confectionery Items
World of Sweets Highlights Key Easter Trends Amid Rising Costs
Diaper-Focused Point-Of-Sale Retail Displays
Greencore Solution Partners with Emerson TEN
Omnichannel Seasonal Support Campaigns
Bestway Wholesale Launches 'Buzz About the Sweetest Deals'
Cherry-Themed Bar Pop-Ups
Phlur and Space NK are Treating London to an Experiential Activation
Consumer-Centric Public Restroom Surveys
Bradley Company Notes Healthy Handwashing Survey Findings
Nationwide Spring-Reset Wellness Challenges
Perspire Sauna Studio Ran the Spring Reset Challenges
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
Retail Marketing Advancements
Westfield Rise Debuts a Programmatic Targeting Solution For Malls
AI-Powered Customer Feedback Systems
Sweat & Tonic Partners with Clootrack to Enhance Experience
Recycling-Focused Travel Campaigns
Coca-Cola and Merlin Entertainments Partnered for a Promotion
Purpose-Led Emerging Brands Initiatives
7-Eleven Taps 27 Brands for Its 2026 Brands with Heart™
Event-Centric Camping Experiences
Huttopia Hosts World Cup Viewing and Activities at Its Campsites
Immersive Queue Displays
Samsung Transforms Everland Wait Lines with Interactive 3D Safari Visuals
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
Global Sourcing-Focused Innovation Events
Made-In-China.com Hosted the Amazing April 2026 Event
Retail Conversation Marketing Campaigns
Tesco Launches 'Need Anything From Tesco' Platform