The July 2019 interactive initiatives spotlight how brands use experience to connect and bring value to their audience or consumers. Some of the examples in this list are quite imaginative and mesmerizing, while others delight with their hyper-targeted themes.
A great example of the former is Architects of Air's striking inflatable maze that challenges the visitor's perception. Other instances are more spread out — like New York-based design studio Donttakethisthewrongway's public punching bags which were deployed in the city to give commuters a space to really express their frustration in a safe manner.
In terms of hyper-targeted experientially focused campaigns, the July 2019 interactive list calls attention to the KFC x Cheetos collaboration that hosted an 'All Orange Everything' pop-up, putting particular emphasis on cheese puffs.
Top 45 Interactive Trends in July
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Mesmerizing Inflatable Mazes
Architects of Air Curates an Experience That is Perceptually Striking
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Whimsically Colorful Playground Designs
Yinka Ilori's Design is Incredibly Vibrant and Engaging
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Interactive Beauty Brand Expriences
The SEPHORiA 2019 Festival Will Feature More Than 60 Brands
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Calmly Immersive Sound Experiences
Sonos and Google Bring Consumers a Multi-Room Experience
43
De-Stressing Beauty Pop-Ups
Murad Launched a Science-Backed Wellness Pop-Up in Los Angeles
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Promotional Sci-Fi Arcades
Coca-Cola is Launching a Stranger Things-Themed Pop-Up Arcade
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Rosé-Themed Glamping Experiences
Two Sisters Vineyard is Offering a 'Rosé Day Getaway' This June
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Luxury Pop-Up Hotels
LateRooms.com Created a Spa & Hotel Pop-Up for Tough Mudder Participants
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Plastic Exchange Beer Payments
Corona Gave Consumers the Chance to Pay for Beer with Plastic
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Pop-Up Plastic Museums
Lonely Whale's Museum of Plastic Boasts Selfie-Friendly Displays
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Stress-Relieving Public Punching Bags
Donttakethisthewrongway's Idea is Tailored to Common Spaces
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Film-Inspired Social Media Filters
Kindai Celebrates a Cult-Favorite Film with an AR Filter
35
Edible Billboard Maps
OpenTable Created a First-of-Its-Kind Edible Billboard of London Cuisine
34
Branded Directional Recycling Signs
Coca-Cola Advocates for Ecology by Pointing to the Correct Bin
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Illusory Waterfall Installations
Burt's Bees' Oasis in the City Promotes Its Natural Lip Balms
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No-Plastic Challenge Campaigns
Boxed Water is Better Invites People to Take a 'No-Plastic Pledge'
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Luxury Car Pop-up Events
Jaguar and Wimbledon Will Launch the Ace Pace Wimbledon Edition App
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Live Shopping Apps
HelpJess Connects Consumers to Brick-and-Mortar Retail Staff
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Connected Bottle Caps
Malibu's Smart Caps Integrate NFC Tech to Link Consumers to Content
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Interactive 3D Ads
3D Google Ads are Coming to the Internet Due to Swirl's Unique Formatting
27
Sci-Fi Stadium Lenses
The Chicago Cubs and Snapchat Launched an AR Stranger Things Lens
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In-App Outfit Challenges
UNIQLO UT & TikTok Created the #UTPlayYourWorld Campaign
25
Brand-Sponsored Fitness Events
Sport Chek's 'Move Makers' is a Day of Free Fitness Classes
24
Hands-Free Pop-Up Restaurants
Feng Sushi's 'Hands Off!' Pop-Up Offers Kitchen-to-Mouth Service
23
Split-Screen Makeup Try-Ons
YouTube Now Lets Viewers Play with Augmented Reality Makeup
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Experiential Nugget Activations
The McDonald's Festival Tour Includes a Maze and AR Lenses
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Stress-Reducing Soda Promotions
Canada Dry Giving Away Free Soda at the "Most Stressful Locations"
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Cat-Friendly Patio Tours
BC SPCA Launches 'Catio Tours' That are Perfect for Cat Lovers
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Dedicated Cheese Puff Pop-Ups
KFC Marked Its Cheetos Collab with An 'All Orange Everything' Pop-Up
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Racetrack Glamping Sites
The M&M'S Glampground Offers a Fun Experience at the Kentucky Speedway
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Portrait-Adorned Vegan Cookies
Oreo Yo'self Allows Consumers to Design Special, Custom Oreos
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Soda Brand Innovation Competitions
Coca-Cola's Make Your Mix Contest Asks Fans to DIY a New Soda
15
Virtual Teeth Whiteners
AuraGlow's Virtual Teeth Whitening Tool is Powered by Facial Recognition
14
Furniture Brand Happiness Experiments
IKEA Wants to Send a 'Happiness Hunter' to Denmark
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Eyelash-Previewing Apps
Deka Lash's Lash Selector App Visualizes Different Styles & Colors
12
80-Day Intercontinental Tours
Airbnb is Launching an Around the World in 80 Days Trip
11
Interactive DIY Wall Kits
Bare Conductive's New Product Turns Walls into Interactive Landscapes
10
Virtual Restaurant Campaigns
The Martell Curious Restaurant Shares Three Unique Storylines
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Artful QR Code Cans
Big in Japan's Packaging Can Be Scanned to Discover Songs
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Arcade Advertising Strategies
Tesla Showrooms are Being Converted into Arcades
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Painterly AR Wine Apps
Imagery Estate Winery's AR Mobile App Applies Artful Filters
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RFID-Enabled Jewelry Experiences
Diamonds International's Interactive Consoles Immerse & Educate
5
Tie-Dyed Mushroom Sandwiches
Quiznos Released the New Magic Mushroom Melt in Denver
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NFC Wine Bottle Tags
Seppeltsfield Barossa's Grounds Range Features Authenticating Packaging
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Mysterious Sandwich Cookie Flavors
Mystery Oreos are Back with a Chance to Win $50,000
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Royal Burger Delivery Stunts
Burger King's 'King of the Streets' Campaign Boasts Free Whoppers
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Custom Mother's Day Videos
This KFC Video Boasts a Provocative Version of the Chickendale Dance
Related Ideas
Playful Student-Targeted Interactive Pop-Ups
Uber One Hits Campuses with ‘The One Arcade'
Virtual Fashion Contests
Bratz and ZEPETO Launch a Four-Week Avatar Styling Challenge
Playful Toy-Inspired Pop-Ups
The Jellycat Café Pops Up at Shanghai’s Plaza 66 to Revive Traffic
Interactive Fashion Horror Games
The Room by Gentle Monster Reimagines Brand Storytelling
Gen-Z-Focused AR Campaigns
American Eagle Launched an AE Jeans Try-on Haul Lens
Experiential Multisensory Pop-Ups
Pleasing's Immersive PleasingLand Includes a “Scent Arcade”
Social Media-Inspired Retail Apps
Depop Outfits Lets Users Create Moodboards and Collages
Creative Retail Competitions
Bricks & Minifigs Launches LEGO Clock Design Contest
Summer Fragrance-Inspired Pop-Ups
Maison Margiela Launched a Pop-Up Café in Amsterdam
Experiential Convenience Stores
FamilyMart Announced IP-Centered Store Experiences in Japan
High-Profile Live Performance Marketing
Rokid Delighted Folks with a High-Profile Marketing Event
Immersive Luxury Cosmetics Pop-Ups
Louis Vuitton Spotlights La Beauté Louis Vuitton
Playful Creative Design Billboards
Canva Unveils 3D Billboards to Spotlight its Capabilities
Giant Custom Inflatables
Creatable Inflatables Designs Eye-Catching Structures for Brand Exposure
AI-Driven Shoppable Catwalks
Topshop and THG Studios are Hosting a Next-Gen Fashion Experience
Luxury Eyewear Pop-Ups
Prada Opens an Immersive Eyewear Boutique at The Grove
Experiential fragrance
CPL Aromas Creates Interactive Scent Worlds for Emotional Engagement
Phone-Free Crafting Experiences
Pinterest Brought a Phone-Free Experience to the Desert
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
Themed Snack Collectibles
Kinder Joy Evolves its Treat-And-Toy Format with Themed Collections
Faux Food Pop-Ups
MoMA Design Store Unveils an Immersive 'MoMA Mart' Pop-Up for NYC
Mobile Cafe Pop-Ups
Coach Introduced a Vibrant Coffee Truck in Gotemba, Japan
Experiential Beauty Campaigns
Heathrow Airport Launched Immersive Beauty Experiences
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
Interactive Toy Experiences
Spin Master Highlights Opportunities in the Toy Sector in 2026
Gamified Condiment Experiences
HEINZ’s Ketchup Blast Turns Meals Interactive
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
Interactive AR Avocado Scans
Chipotle Launches its 'AvoLotto Lens' on Snapchat
Multi-Sensory Creative Toy Capsules
Crayola Has Announced a Range of New Creative Toys for 2026
Annual Summer Pop-Ups
Dior’s Lucky Collection Enters Harrods with Starry Retail Experience
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
Sensory Retail Experiences
Claire’s Launches ASMR-Inspired Stores for Gen Alpha Shoppers
Industrial-Inspired Brand Events
Reitmans Reimagined its Distribution Centre for a Curated Event
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
Festival Beauty Activations
Medicube Brings Skincare Tech and Experiences to Coachella
Experiential Brand Stores
New Era Creates Interactive Retail Space With Custom Cap Design
Influencer-Driven Fashion Events
Pacsun Collaborated with Prominent Gen-Z Creators
Absurd Gummy Ads
Skittles Gummies' "Uncomfortably Soft" Ads Were Shot Without AI and CGI
AI Shopping Integrations
Sephora’s ChatGPT App Enables AI-Powered Product Discovery
Shoppable AR Villages
The Snapchat Winter Village Has Three Immersive Luxury Brand Boutiques
Immersive Gaming Lands
Minecraft World Brings the Game to Life in a Theme Park
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
Cosmetics-Focused Mobile Retail Apps
Clarins and Merkle Collaborate on a Mobile Application
AI-Powered Shopping Features
John Lewis Launches a TikTok Shop Trial
Self-Expression Festival Activations
Barbie Brings Customizable Persona-Building to Coachella
Sensorial Soda Campaigns
Sprite's 'Hurts Real Good With Sprite' Targets Gen Z
Mobile Beauty Pop-Ups
Henkel’s göt2b Debuts a Citywide Mobile Beauty Experience
AI-Powered Shoppable Runways
Topshop and THG Studios Hosted a Front Row AI Experience
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
Interactive Juice Boxes
Suntop's Mega Back to School Campaign Integrates Connected Packaging
Interactive Fashion Games
Gucci La Famiglia Mystery Unfolds Turns the Collection into a Game
AI Beauty Apps
Refresh App Combines Hair, Makeup and Styling in One AI Platform
Burger Ad Campaigns
Burger King’s New Campaign Suggests Even Babies Can’t Resist the Whopper
Immersive Design Studio Showcases
Fritz Hansen Presented 'Shaping Lasting Design' in Copenhagen
Lyrics-Inspired OOH Campaigns
Taskrabbit Interprets Pop Culture Songs for Summer Home Tasks
Production-Led Live Commerce Events
P.Louise Launches Get Unteddy With Me on TikTok Shop
Anti-Algorithm Social Platforms
Buzzfeed’s Branch Office Creates Interactive AI-Powered Apps
Pop-Up Sports Hospitality
Toronto’s FIFA Fan Festival Turns Urban Spaces into Immersive Fan Hubs
Social-First Gameshows
This Year's Walkers' Do Us a Flavour Campaign Was Reimagined for TikTok
Throwback Grocery Campaigns
Economic Nostalgia Inspired Instacart's Summer Like It’s ‘99
Experiential Grocery Campaigns
No Name launches a multi-city grocery goss campaign
Interactive Artisan Coffee Campaigns
The Illy Summer Campaign Will Immerse Consumers
Interactive Tattoo Apps
InkStory Turns Tattoos Into Interactive Memories With Audio Integration
Bubble Wrap Billboards
Tombola's Interactive Billboards Engage Passersby with a Sensory Activity
Immersive Queue Displays
Samsung Transforms Everland Wait Lines with Interactive 3D Safari Visuals
AI Marketing Features
Adweek Introduced Its Agentic AI Insights With ADWEEK Possible House Chat
Interactive Luxury Brand Storytelling
Hermès Presents the Interactive Mystery at the Grooms
Subway Station Fashion Takeovers
Reitmans Hosts its Spring 2026 Lower Bay Station Preview
High-Energy Retail-Focused Experiential Tours
Nitro Circus & Genuine Dickies Debut a 12-City Tour
Experience-Enhancing POS Retail Apps
MomentScience Reveals MomentApps
Immersive Soccer Tournament Pop-Ups
Lay's Unveils an Immersive Pop-Up Experience
Fan-Favorite QSR Trivia Games
Chipotle IQ 2025 Ran for Two Weeks with More Prizes Than Ever
Content-First Shopping Experiences
Gopuff and SpaceXAI Launched Go, a Personal Shopping Genius
Vibrant Cafeteria-Inspired Campaigns
Lunchtime Becomes a Joyous Time in 'The Lunchables Effect'
Gamified Grocery Activations
The Asda Check-Out Challenge Leveraged a Nostalgic Game Show Format
Science-Backed Adventure Collaborations
Toyota, AllGear Digital & Immersion Neuroscience Partner
Artful AR Experiences
The Incredible Unknowns of the Louvre is a Free, Interactive AR Experience
First-Of-Its-Kind Consumer Aesthetics Events
OrangeTwist Debuts the TwistX Event
RGB-Themed Pop-Up Activations
Hisense Debuted a Pop-Up FIFA Activation at Hudson Yard
Playable Brand Universes
adidas and Brawl Stars Connect Gaming, Apparel and Live Fan Experiences
Interactive Traveling Marketing Initiatives
Heinz Pllayfully Spotlights the Heinz Ketchup Zero
Immersive Cookie Dough-Inspired Experiences
INTENNSE Partners with Doughlicious at INTENNSE Arena
Soccer-Themed Entertainment Events
Sky Zone Turns Global Soccer Excitement into Active Play
Creator-Led DIY Experiences
Lowe's Turns MrBeast Fandom Into Kids Workshops
Gamified Discount Events
Build-A-Bear Uses Mystery Offers to Drive Engagement
Immersive Designer-Led Activations
Kohler House Party Reframes Renovation as Social & Inspiring
Branded App Takeovers
TikTok Introduces Logo Takeover Ads That Dominate the App’s Opening Screen
Gamified Shopping Experiences
What’s Your Thing? Collage Quest Features Shoppable DFS Products
AI-Powered Sampling Experiences
Swish is Revolutionizing How Consumers Try New Products
Franchise Commerce Marketing
poppi Connects Retail Products with Love Island Experiences
Interactive Emoji Puzzle Games
The Apple News+ Emoji Game Offers Visualized Puzzles
Vibe-Coded Entertainment Apps
The Gizmo App Cycles Through Vibe-Coded Mini Apps
Celebratory Beauty Expansion Campaigns
KimChiChic Beauty Celebrates Its Inclusion in Ulta
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
AI Sports Viewing Companions
Pizza Hut Debuted 'Hutty,' an AI Companion for March Madness
Interactive Game Advertisements
Samsung Ads GameBreaks Encourage Deeper Engagement
Interactive K-Pop-Inspired Pop-Ups
LINE FRIENDS Debuts the MIGHTEEZ Wonder Room Pop-Up
Immersive Cultural Dining Experiences
HIRAKUZA Ginza Tokyo Combines Sumo Wrestling with Dining
Social-to-Outdoor Campaigns
Tribesigns Extends TikTok's Super Wish Campaign to Times Square
Interactive Live Shows
Cirque du Soleil's Interactive Experience Offers Multi-Device Exploration
Dynamic In-Game Integrations
Adrenaline Interactive Unveiled Brand Fusion AI
Attention Economy Agencies
VaynerX Launches Tamara Group to Drive Social-First Brand Relevance
Phygital Loyalty Experiences
Lush Links App Rewards to In-Store Events and Services
Shoppable Swimsuits
Sports Illustrated Launches Its Shoppable Swimsuits
Immersive K-Culture Expos
K-EXPO USA Combines K-Pop, Food and Lifestyle Experiences
Spatial Bubble Games
Bubbles Everywhere Offers Immersive Bubble Popping on Apple Vision Pro
Interactive Streaming Ads
Spotify Turns Listening into Engagement with Carousel Ads
Mobile Creator Experiences
Nikon Connects Creators Through Interactive Multi-City Events
Interactive Real Estate Showrooms
DUNE Uses Eyefactive Touchscreens for Virtual Property Tours
IP-Based Kids Games
Netflix Turns Shows into Play Experiences
Product Discovery Communities
MillionShip Turns Product Discovery Into A Playful Experiences
Expressive App Icons
The Instagram Teen Icons Deliver Vibrant Customization for Younger Users
Destination-Branded Transportation
Themed Taxis Promote Scottish Travel During Major Soccer Events
Experiential Trade Shows
Wines Experience Reinvents Industry Networking in London
Summer-Forward Food Billboards
Waitrose Launched its 'Let Your Summer Side Out' Campaign
Conversational AI Advertising
Snapchat Introduces AI-Powered Chat-Based Brand Interactions
Consumer Brand Launches
Labor Smart Announced Culturally-Driven Product Collaborations
Interactive Knowledge Plays
TriviaBlaze Offers Engaging Quizzes To Test Knowledge in Categories
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
Interactive Holiday Games
Easter Quest 2025 Creates Digital Scavenger Hunts For Families
Retail Marketing Advancements
Westfield Rise Debuts a Programmatic Targeting Solution For Malls
Interactive Growth Tools
AppStorys Integrates Interactive Growth Tools Into Apps Or Websites
Interactive Entertainment Tools
Quiz Cabin Turns Curiosity to Playable Quizzes & Brain Challenges
Festive Product Launch Events
Love Magenta announces a 10-day Christmas launch event
Social Entertainment Apps
BuzzWheel Turns Group Gatherings Into Interactive Challenge Experiences
Interactive Data Experiences
Macrodata Refinement Lets Users Classify Data Through Emotions
Interactive Cinematic Attractions
Disney Expanded Star Wars Storytelling Across Theme Parks
In-Game Music Experiences
Toca Boca Integrates Music From Major Artists Into Gameplay
Immersive Narrative Tourism
EF Ultimate Break Turns Ashridge House Into a Live Murder Mystery Game