These February 2018 interactive trends range from branded breakfast emojis to fast food dining events. While Thomas' Bagels decision to use emojis in its latest campaign speaks to the brand's desire to reach a younger, Millennial audience, experiential marketing examples like Leon's speed dating event illustrate a unique Valentine's Day promotion that targets the restaurant's single patrons.
Other innovations to note include Tiffany & Co.'s digital tattoo shop tool which is an interactive platform that lets consumers customize the company's famous blue boxes with DIY artwork. While synonymous with heritage and tradition, the luxury-minded brand opts for an unexpected marketing approach by offering personalized packaging that is designed by the consumer themselves.
VR sampling events and scent-connected text messages round off this list of February 2018 interactive trends and speak to consumers growing desire for immersive and digitally connected marketing tools.
Top 35 Interactive Trends in February
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Romantic Digital Tattoos
Tiffany & Co.'s Tool Customizes Digital Valentine's Day Tattoos
33
Video Game-Inspired Parkour Gyms
This Gym Transformed to Resemble a Level from Sonic Forces
32
Autonomous Flying Sculptures
Studio Drift x BMW's Immersive Project Was Shown at Art Basel 2017
31
VR Sampling Experiences
Président Cheese's 'Taste with A Pro' Pairs Food and Recipe Creation
30
Bartering Sweet Shops
Cadbury's 'Glass and a Half' Pop-Up Accepts Knick-Knacks for Chocolate
29
Chocolate-Centric Pop-Up Camps
Cadbury's 'Creme Egg Camp' Appeals to Hungry Chocolate Lovers
28
Fast Food Dating Events
Leon is Hosting a Speed Dating Event for Valentine's Day
27
VR Store Openings
IKEA Kicked Off the Opening of a New Location with Virtual Reality Experiences
26
Candy-Inspired Salon Pop-Ups
Mars' 'Sweet ReTREAT' Will Pamper Friends on Valentine's Day
25
AI Shopping Assistants
At CES 2018, Suning and Emotibot Introduced the Smart Retail Solution 'Sue'
24
Branded QR Code Variations
Amazon Has Been Trialling Its Own QR Code Style Called SmileCodes
23
Scent-Driven Matchmaking Campaigns
Match's 'Eau.M.G' Shares a Prospective Partner's Scent
22
Personalized Ride Share Videos
Year with Uber Turns a Rider's 2017 Trip History into a Music Video
21
Poetic Dining Events
LoneWolf's Supper Club Puts a Spirits-Infused Spin on a Burns Night Dinner
20
Voice-Activated Whisky Assistants
Johnnie Walker's Skill for Amazon Alexa Places Orders and More
19
Theatrical Dinner Events
'The Glenfiddich Burns Night Experiment' Challenges Traditions
18
Avocado Selfie Emojis
'Avocados From Mexico' and Inmoji are Introducing a New "Picmoji" Feature
17
Sensory Cocktail Tastings
The Rivington Gin Garden Has Visitors Select Cocktails from Scents
16
Freezing Parka-Testing Rooms
Woolrich's 'Extreme Weather Condition Room' is Negative 20 Degrees
15
Breakfast-Themed Alarm Tones
Einstein Bros.'s New Wake-Up Tones Mimic Morning Breakfast Essentials
14
Musical Adoption Campaigns
Spotify Created Adoptify with an Animal Shelter to Offer Music for Dogs
13
Scent-Connected Text Messages
'Scent by Downy' Pairs Popular Words with Branded Scents
12
In-Store Boxing Rings
'Lamyland' is Taking Place in Selfridges London on Oxford Street
11
AI Beauty Advisors
The Revieve Beauty Advisor on Amazon Alexa Makes Tailored Recommendations
10
Complimentary Autonomous Vehicle Rides
Lyft is Partnering with nuTonomy to Give Free Rides at CES
9
Authentic Family Spotlighting Ads
Kraft's Super Bowl Ad Will Feature Real American Families
8
Poetic Sick Bag Campaigns
easyJet is Inviting Travelers to Write Valentine's Day Love Poems
7
Breakfast-Themed Emojis
Thomas' Bagels is Using the Popularity of Emojis to Advertise Bagel Day
6
Meditative QSR Videos
The 'KFC Comfort Zone' Shares Relaxation, Mindfulness and Affirmations
5
Branded Sound Baths
Bompas & Parr and Christie's Restorative Experience Heals Through Sound
4
Happy Thought-Powered Machines
The Power of Optimism Machine Can Fill a Glass of Water
3
Decorating Assistant Chatbots
'Hazel' is a Smart Assistant from HGTV on Facebook Messenger
2
Personalized Football Game Invitations
Tostitos' 'Super Bowl Ads for All' Offer Custom Invitations
1
Rapper-Created Cocktails
Hennessy and A$AP Ferg Collaborated on a Campaign and a Cocktail
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Bakery-Inspired Tumbler Ranges
The Stanley 2026 Valentine’s Day Collection is Inspired by Cakes
Digital Pet Dining Experiences
Kura Sushi USA and Bandai Namco Partnered for a Tamagotchi Range
Gen Z Storytelling Campaigns
Coach is Running the 'Explore Your Story' Campaign for Spring 2026
Creative Retail Competitions
Bricks & Minifigs Launches LEGO Clock Design Contest
Grocery-Inspired Beauty Pop-Ups
The Markup Marché by The Ordinary Challenges Industry Buzzwords
Ice Cream Beauty Pop-Ups
MERIT x Ruru Baked Hosted a Thematic Ice Cream Activation in Toronto
Romantically Playful QSR Menus
Dunkin’ Drops a Valentine’s Day Lineup
Connected Beverage Platforms
Coca-Cola Uses Freestyle Data to Create New Drinks Faster
Community-Driven Shopping Experiences
A TikTok Shop Pop-Up is Coming to Westfield Stratford
Valentine's Day Chocolate Campaigns
Godiva's 2026 Valentine's Day Campaign is Playful
Experiential fragrance
CPL Aromas Creates Interactive Scent Worlds for Emotional Engagement
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
Mobile Cafe Pop-Ups
Coach Introduced a Vibrant Coffee Truck in Gotemba, Japan
Themed Snack Collectibles
Kinder Joy Evolves its Treat-And-Toy Format with Themed Collections
Designer Food Collaborations
Biscuiteers and Olivia Rubin Launch Collectible Biscuit Gifts
Multi-Sensory Nail Polish Activations
Beetles Gel Polish Runs the Taste of Spring Event
Immersive K-Beauty Pop-Ups
TIRTIR Brings Jeju Matcha Skincare to NYC with a Sensory Experience
Interactive Advertising Installations
Intimissimi's 'Feel the Billboard' Uses Tactile Advertising
Fashion-Branded Café Experiences
Vogue Blends Retail with Immersive Hospitality Spaces
Shareable Chocolate Ice Creams
The Chocolatiers Series by Salt & Straw Brings People Together
Interactive Toy Experiences
Spin Master Highlights Opportunities in the Toy Sector in 2026
Gen Z-Themed Soda Campaigns
Pepsi Relation-Sips Showcase Small Gestures This Valentine's Day
Gamified Condiment Experiences
HEINZ’s Ketchup Blast Turns Meals Interactive
Breakfast-Inspired Fashion Capsules
Tyler McGillivary Debuts the Playful Midnight Breakfast
Interactive Tasting Experiences
CJ BIO Calls Attention to its TasteNrich® Taste Lab
Fashion-Inspired Coffee Events
Starbucks Partnered with NYFW2026 and Hosted a Coffeehouse Rave
Limited-Edition Chocolate Launches
Hershey’s Debuts Winter Games Tie-In On TikTok Shop
Pop Culture Chocolate Products
These New Kinder Products Embrace Collaborations
Sensory Retail Experiences
Claire’s Launches ASMR-Inspired Stores for Gen Alpha Shoppers
Real-Food Entrée Giveaways
The Chipotle Realest 30 Will Share a Text-to-Claim Code on Game Day
Entertainment-Powered Retail Experiences
AT&T Brings Toy Story 5 to Interactive Store Activations
Data-Driven Digital Experiences
Samsung Unveiled a Color-Changing Installation in London
Experiential Fast Food Collaborations
Popeyes Turned Chicken Tenders Into a Music Venue Experience
Experiential Brand Cafés
Nutella Reimagines Its Chicago Café with Digital Ordering and a New Menu
Festival Beauty Activations
Medicube Brings Skincare Tech and Experiences to Coachella
Branded Chocolate Easter Eggs
The 2026 Nestlé Easter Products Interpret Classic Chocolate Flavors
Experiential Brand Stores
New Era Creates Interactive Retail Space With Custom Cap Design
Immersive Character Experiences
Sanrio Brings Kuromi to Life with an Interactive KCON Activation
Playable Brand Universes
adidas and Brawl Stars Connect Gaming, Apparel and Live Fan Experiences
Girl Dinner Experiences
Waverly Kitchen + Bar Curates Shareable Comfort Food Plates
Health-Focused Interactive Pop-Ups
Ancient + Brave Ran the Live Bravely Pop-Up in California
Pop-Up Streaming Service Experiences
EE and Netflix Partnered for an Immersive Experience
Gaming Lifestyle Collections
Toca Boca and MINISO Blend Retail with Digital Rewards
Self-Expression Festival Activations
Barbie Brings Customizable Persona-Building to Coachella
Mobile Luxury Boutiques
Mytheresa Tours the Hamptons with a Curated Mobile Boutique
Mobile Beauty Pop-Ups
Henkel’s göt2b Debuts a Citywide Mobile Beauty Experience
Cross-Brand V-Day Initiatives
McBride Sisters Collection & Ghirardelli Chocolate Partner for V-Day
Pick-Your-Own Bouquet Billboards
5,000 Tesco Mother’s Day Tulips Formed an Interactive Display
Gamified Snack Packaging
Hershey’s Released Pokémon Chocolates with 151 Collectible Foil Designs
Anniversary-Celebrating Brand Evolutions
Smoothie King Debuts 'The Best Kind of Delicious'
AI-Powered Pizza Ordering Experiences
This DoorDash Pi Day Experience is Arriving This Month
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
Experiential Grocery Campaigns
No Name launches a multi-city grocery goss campaign
Feedless Social Platforms
Bond Eliminates Feeds to Focus on Real-Life Experiences
Immersive Dining Partnership
American Express, Resy & Chef’s Table Launch a Culinary Event Series
Mobile Retail Experiences
Duluth Trading Brings Apparel Shopping to Events with a Mobile Showroom
Valentine's Day Nail Sets
Beetles Gel Polish Launches the Beetles So In Love Valentine Collection
Immersive Queue Displays
Samsung Transforms Everland Wait Lines with Interactive 3D Safari Visuals
Photocopied Fast Food Campaigns
McDonald's Office Delivery Ads Scanned Popular Menu Items
Immersive Soccer Tournament Pop-Ups
Lay's Unveils an Immersive Pop-Up Experience
Offline Dating Experiences
Beyond Debuts Social Club Prioritizing In Person Connections
Branded Café Pop-Ups
The OPPO Enco Air5s Debuted Through a Branded Café Pop-Up in Paris
Interactive Artisan Coffee Campaigns
The Illy Summer Campaign Will Immerse Consumers
Interactive Convention Activations
LEGO SMART Play Transforms Comic-Con into Immersive Experiences
Frozen Yogurt Anniversary Campaigns
TCBY The Original Social Network Campaign Celebrates 45 Years
Illusory Ice Cream Pop-Ups
Häagen-Dazs Celebrated St. Patrick's Day with an O'Häagen's
Experiential Flavor Campaigns
McCormick Launches a Multi-Sensory Black Currant Dining Experience
Berry-Inspired V-Day Smoothies
Smoothie King Taps Tyler Cameron for the Berry Smooth Smoothie
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
Valentine's Day-Themed Drinkware
Thyme&Table Debuts Valentine's Day-Themed Home Goods in 2026
Reimagined Creative Campaigns
Marc Jacobs Dropped its '26 Summer Campaign and New Visual Identity
Brand-Creator Matchmaking Events
Dhar Mann Studios & Brand Innovators Hosted a Speed Dating Event
Video-First Food Ordering Experiences
CookUnity Acquired flavrs to Enhance Its Meal Service
Tasty Easter Activation Campaigns
The Mars Wrigley The Big Easter Bunny Off is Ready for Spring
Customized Restaurant Campaign Platforms
OpenTable Has Launched OpenTable Media
Experience-Driven Photo Booths
Future Flicks Introduced an AI Photo Booth Feature
Empowering Vibe Coding Campaigns
Paris Hilton is the First Android Icon in Residence
Branded App Takeovers
TikTok Introduces Logo Takeover Ads That Dominate the App’s Opening Screen
Post-Game Breakfast Campaigns
McDonald's Flipped Its Ads Sideways for Super Bowl Recovery
Romantic Convenience Store Promotions
7-Eleven Offers Discounts and Themed Confections for V-Day
Fandom Retail Experiences
TOUS les JOURS Transforms Bakery Cafés into BTS Fan Destinations
Menu Discovery Challenges
Original ChopShop's Feel Good Foodie Challenge Rewards Menu Exploration
Protein Cheese Activations
Armstrong Cheese Celebrated its Protein Offerings with a Fridge Pop-Up
Destination-Branded Transportation
Themed Taxis Promote Scottish Travel During Major Soccer Events
Influencer-Backed Ice Cream Campaigns
Tillamook and Tefi Pessoa Debuted The Real Scoop Newsstand
Interactive QSR Kids Meals
The Whataburger Kids Whatameal is Being Revamped for Spring
Signature Food Giveaways
Craveworthy Brands' Bet on the Bite Shares Free, Fan-Fave Menu Items
Self-Expression Retail Campaigns
Tillys Marked Ten Months of Its Discover Your Style Campaign
Gamified Discount Events
Build-A-Bear Uses Mystery Offers to Drive Engagement
Digital Touch Platforms
KissTouch Lets Users Send Realistic Feel Kisses And Connect Emotionally
Experiential Wine Campaigns
Avaline Partners with Proper Hotels for a Summer Music Series
Social Media-Inspired Salad Campaigns
The Florette #SaladTok Campaign Marks the Summer of Salads
Attention Economy Agencies
VaynerX Launches Tamara Group to Drive Social-First Brand Relevance
Foodie-Themed Singles Events
Knorr and Eventbrite are Connecting Singles in and Out of the Kitchen
Gifting-Focused Donut Ranges
The Krispy Kreme Valentine’s Day Collection is Arriving February 3
Cheeky Wrap-Focused Campaigns
Jimmy John's Introduced the Wrap Exchange
Whimsical Desk Rituals
Starbucks Created a Small, Celebratory Post-CNY Activation
Immersive DIY Events
DIY CON Brings Hands-On Workshops and Creator-Led Experiences
Personalised Immersive Wellness
Emergence at 113 Spring is a New Multi-Sensorial Wellness Curation
Predictive Mobile Advertising Features
T-Mobile Advertising Solutions Unveiled Contextual AI Ads
Ad-Friendly Vertical Video Feeds
Instacart Debuts the Immersive Feed Feature on Its Platform
Social-to-Outdoor Campaigns
Tribesigns Extends TikTok's Super Wish Campaign to Times Square
Interactive Travel Publications
Destination Niagara Combines Storytelling with Trip Planning
Illusory Dining Concepts
A Taste Illusion Experience Plays with Diners' Perception on April 1st
Hybrid Beauty Discovery
Ulta Beauty Finds Gen Alpha Blends AI Tools with In-Store Shopping
Co-Creation Food Labs
Vibrant Ingredients Expands Rapid Prototyping for Food and Beverage Brands
Seasonal Value Campaigns
Huey Magoo's Combines Value Meals with Collectible Cups
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
Cost-Effective Confectionery Items
World of Sweets Highlights Key Easter Trends Amid Rising Costs
Retail Beverage Experiences
The Paper Store Uses Custom Drink Stations to Boost Engagement
Phygital Loyalty Experiences
Lush Links App Rewards to In-Store Events and Services
Experiential Trade Shows
Wines Experience Reinvents Industry Networking in London
K-Drama Bakery Promotions
The Rakuten Viki x TOUS les JOURS Promotion is Here for Valentine's Day
Delivered Wedding Experiences
Tiff’s Treats Launches a 'Wedding in a Box’ Package
Community-Driven Loyalty Programs
Salad House Turned Guest Spending Into Local Donations
Conversational AI Advertising
Snapchat Introduces AI-Powered Chat-Based Brand Interactions
Customization-Forward Valentine's Day Gifts
Sugarwish Highlights Customizable Gift Preferences
Local Restaurant Activations
Pepsi Hosts Community Events to Drive Restaurant Discovery
Charming Wine Tastings
Vinebox’s February Wine Tasting Experience Inspires Connection & Curiosity
Gothic Romance Restaurant Campaigns
Eggslut's Egg Yearning Explores an Unexpected Symbol of Desire
Personalization-Focused Gift Services
Edible Arrangements Boasts a New App and Edible Rewards
Interactive Fast-Casual Dining
Pepper Lunch Expands Its Sizzling DIY Dining Concept
Seasonal QSR Menu Options
bellagreen Launches its New Spring Seasonal Menu Across Texas
Valentine's Day Dining Research
OpenTable Compiles Data on Valentine's Day Dining Trends
Hyper-Local Guided Culinary Experiences
Tasty Tours Toronto Debuts New Guided Experiences
Swipe Interface Restaurant Platforms
'Foodie Call' Helps Users Find Options for Meals
Interactive Traveler-Focused Campaigns
Tessan Will Spotlight the 100 Travelers Campaign
Interactive Holiday Games
Easter Quest 2025 Creates Digital Scavenger Hunts For Families
Family Restaurant App Redesigns
TGI Fridays Overhauls Its Digital Guest Interface
Purpose-Led Emerging Brands Initiatives
7-Eleven Taps 27 Brands for Its 2026 Brands with Heart™
Community Fashion Events
Free People Hosts a Charitable Summer Gathering with Film and Activities
Cardholder Access Experiences
Visa Unlocks Early Access and VIP Perks at Top of the Rock
Event-Driven Instant Retail
JD Sports Delivers England Shirts Through Uber Eats Before Kick-Off
Expanded Breakfast SKUs
Feel Good Foods Launches Breakfast Line At Target Nationwide
Retail Conversation Marketing Campaigns
Tesco Launches 'Need Anything From Tesco' Platform