In order to get a message out or to make a name stick with consumers, brands know that it's important to involve consumers in memorable experiences that they're likely to think back to when they make a purchase -- which these June 2017 interactive trends demonstrate how to do.
One of the most creative experiences that's featured in these June 2017 interactive trends is the prize wheel from WestJet. During a flight from Toronto to Las Vegas, the airline announced that passengers on one side of the plane could look down to see a prize wheel that was visible from 12,000 feet up. The lucky winner was rewarded with a stay at the Venetian, a shopping spree, tickets to shows, as well as round-trip tickets to the party city.
In order to help its shoppers find gifts for their loved ones, eBay created a pop-up that utilized facial expression recognition technology to point them in the right direction. After consumers browsed through the online retailer's selection of offerings, they received a report that showed which product they connected to the most -- allowing them to make more educated decisions regarding their purchases so they'd leave with something they'd truly cherish.
Top 45 Interactive Trends in June
From Healthy Latte Pop-Ups to Immersive TV Show Events:
Riley von Niessen — Jun 24, 2017 — Marketing
45
Secret Celebratory Burgers
A foodora Burger's Priest Pop-Up Hit Toronto, Montreal and Vancouver
44
VR Distillery Tours
Beam Suntory is Virtually Transporting Consumers to Bowmore Distilleries
43
Futuristic Foodie Pop-Ups
Jet.com's Fresh Story Pop-Up Sold Futuristic Food & Cooking Accessories
42
Smart Waterpark Wristbands
Universal Orlando Resort's 'Tapu Tapu' Bands Make Payments and More
41
Social Augmented Reality Devices
Snapchat Shared Its Plans to Make Augmented Gadgets & Wearables
40
Social Photography Workshops
Gin Brand Beefeater is Launching an Instagram Photography Course
39
Immersive Ice Cream Museums
L.A.'s Whimsical Ice Cream Museum Attracts Social Media Users
38
Brand-Curated Restaurant Experiences
Gaggenau's Bistro 1683 Celebrates the Brand's History
37
Emotion-Powered Pop-Up Shops
This eBay Pop-Up Used Facial Expressions to Help Shoppers Find Gifts
36
Ice Cream Photography Pop-Ups
Haagen-Dazs' 'My Extraordinary Life' Calls for Dessert Photo-Takers
35
In-Store Sneaker Tours
Timberland's 'Flex in the City' Introduces an Interactive Adventure
34
Makeup-Mixing Workshops
Cover FX's Interactive Beauty Lab Teaches How to Make Custom Shades
33
Interactive Appliance Showrooms
The New Electrolux Experience Centre Features Interactive Displays
32
Experiential Appliance Shops
KitchenAid's Experience Store Lets Shoppers Test Different Appliances
31
Paper Photography Workshops
LG and Paperboyo are Teaming up to Host an Instagram Workshop
30
One-Day Athletic Festivals
Lululemon's 'Sweatlife the Festival' Offers Workouts, Meditation & More
29
Educational In-Store Sessions
'Today at Apple' Introduces Interactive Teachings on Design and More
28
Interactive Awareness Websites
A New UNHCR Site Answers Questions About the Syrian Refugee Crisis
27
Jaw Workout Classes
Cadbury and 1Rebel are Teaming Up to Offer a Unique Fitness Class
26
In-Theater VR Games
Regal Cinemas is Launching an Immersive VR Experience for 'Alien: Covenant'
25
Rodent Pop-Up Cafes
Consumers Can Drink Coffee with Rodents at the Black Rat Cafe
24
Gin Train Tastings
Tanqueray and Belmond British Pullman are Offering Onboard Gin Tastings
23
Multi-Sensory Coffee Tastings
Starbucks and Gingerline are Exploring Scent, Taste and Texture
22
Experiential Baking Tours
Hovis is Embarking on a Roadshow in a 1962 Airstream Trailer
21
Creativity-Testing Chatbots
This Bot from 'Format' Asks Questions to Assess Your Creative Mind
20
Healthy Latte Pop-Ups
Active Fashion Retailer Bandier is Hosting an In-Store Califia Farms Cafe
19
DIY Chatbot Creators
'Dexter' is a Start-Up That Helps Anyone Make a Chatbot
18
Fantasy TV Training Camps
Sky Atlantic is Inviting Game of Thrones Fans to Join the Night's Watch
17
Branded Movie Maps
Orbitz Created a Unique Film-Focused Travel Map for Film Geeks
16
VR Whiskey Tastings
'Glenfiddich Virtual Infinity' Transports Tasters to a Scottish Warehouse
15
Immersive TV Show Events
Netflix Invited Fans to Visit Recreated Sets from Its Shows
14
Gin Pairing Workshops
This Masterclass Teaches How to Pair Tanqueray Gin with Juice
13
Tie-Dye Makeup Compacts
ColourPop's Recently Launched New Eye Shadows, Highlighters and Blushes
12
Scent-Based Travel Agencies
Thalys' 'Scents of the City' Uses Aroma to Inspire World Exploration
11
Personalized Rap Chatbots
Jagermeister's Jam Bot Creates Custom Raps for Facebook Messenger Users
10
Vision-Testing Food Trucks
Nikon's 'Vision Food Truck' Offers an Enticing Reward for Eye Tests
9
Interactive Adventure Bots
This Doctor Who Skype Bot Challenges Fans to Play 'The Savior of Time'
8
Aromatic Art Galleries
The #artSmellery Exhibit Interprets Famous Masterpieces with Scent
7
Airline Roulette Stunts
WestJet Created a Prize Wheel for Guests That Could Be Seen from the Sky
6
Actor-Inspired Cocktails
Mott's Clamato Held a Contest with Dan Levy for National Caesar Day
5
Mobile Pet Food Shops
Vita Bone's 'Good Stuff Pet Truck' Serves Dogs Across the Country
4
Personalized Gift-Giving Bots
L'Oreal's 'Beauty Gifter' Simplifies the Task of Giving Beauty Gifts
3
Branded Musical Holidays
Live Nation Has Announced the Debut of 'National Concert Day'
2
Color-In Music Videos
The Music Video for 'Stained Glass' by Real Estate is Like a Coloring Book
1
Collaborative Cephalopod Games
Old Spice Launched 'S.Q.U.I.D.' to Promote Its Krakengard Scent
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Tarot-Inspired Streaming Campaigns
Netflix Discover Your Future Reveals New Streaming Potentials
Virtual Fashion Contests
Bratz and ZEPETO Launch a Four-Week Avatar Styling Challenge
Experiential Multisensory Pop-Ups
Pleasing's Immersive PleasingLand Includes a “Scent Arcade”
Creative Retail Competitions
Bricks & Minifigs Launches LEGO Clock Design Contest
AI-Powered Digital Gifting Experiences
Prezzee's Magical Moments Delight Kids, Family & Colleagues
Ice Cream Beauty Pop-Ups
MERIT x Ruru Baked Hosted a Thematic Ice Cream Activation in Toronto
Shoppable TV Ads
Samsung and Amazon Enable Remote-Based Shopping Directly on TV
Hyper-Personalized AI Shopping Tech
OTB Group Embraces Hyper-Personalization with Google Cloud
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
Community-Driven Shopping Experiences
A TikTok Shop Pop-Up is Coming to Westfield Stratford
Conversational Shopping Experiences
Ask Pinterest Debuts on the Ask Pinterest App
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
Real-Life Mood-Board Transformations
Pinterest Launches the 'Bring My Pinterest to Life' Series
Next-Gen Jelly Bean Campaigns
Jelly Belly Bean Appétit Entices a New Generation of Fans
Immersive Retail Pop-Ups
The SKYLRK NYC Pop-Up Debuts SKYLRK AUDIO in Manhattan
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
Immersive Denim-Focused Fashion Pop-Ups
Pacsun Debuts Its Denim Starts Here Campaign
Experiential Brand Cafés
Nutella Reimagines Its Chicago Café with Digital Ordering and a New Menu
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
Interactive Toy Experiences
Spin Master Highlights Opportunities in the Toy Sector in 2026
Experiential K-Beauty Retail
Yepoda Opens an Immersive Flagship Store in Seoul
Fashion-Inspired Coffee Events
Starbucks Partnered with NYFW2026 and Hosted a Coffeehouse Rave
Summer-Ready Fashion Pop-Ups
SHEIN is Hosting a Four-Day Toronto Summer Trends Pop-Up
Last-Minute Travel Campaigns
easyJet Drop Everything Encourages Spontaneous Trips
Prestige Beauty Storefronts
Ulta Unveiled Its Times Square Experiential Store
Rewards-Based Beauty Devices
Sephora Expanded its Rewards Catalog With High Tech Skincare Tools
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
Lab-Inspired Skincare Pop-Ups
The Ordinary Immersive Experience Tackles Skincare Misinformation
Future-Facing Intimacy Technologies
Lovsense Made a Splash at CES 2026 with Its Intimacy Tech
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
AI Shopping Integrations
Sephora’s ChatGPT App Enables AI-Powered Product Discovery
Playable Brand Universes
adidas and Brawl Stars Connect Gaming, Apparel and Live Fan Experiences
Gen Z-Targeted Wine Campaigns
The I heart kinda Summer Campaign is Launching Soon
Hotline Beauty Campaigns
Florence by Mills Rewards Ulta Shoppers Through a Branded Hotline
Gaming Lifestyle Collections
Toca Boca and MINISO Blend Retail with Digital Rewards
Health-Focused Interactive Pop-Ups
Ancient + Brave Ran the Live Bravely Pop-Up in California
AI-Powered Shopping Features
John Lewis Launches a TikTok Shop Trial
Self-Expression Festival Activations
Barbie Brings Customizable Persona-Building to Coachella
Immersive Linen Previews
Quince Debuts the Highly Anticipated 'The Art of Linen' to Toronto
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
AI-Powered Shoppable Runways
Topshop and THG Studios Hosted a Front Row AI Experience
Social Commerce Integrations
Ulta Beauty Launches a Creator-Driven TikTok Shop
AI Beauty Apps
Refresh App Combines Hair, Makeup and Styling in One AI Platform
Month-Long Luxury Jewellery Pop-Ups
Anne Sportun Fine Jewellery Opens a Month-Long Pop-Up in June
Mood-Based AI Product Discovery
Starbucks Uses ChatGPT to Recommend Drinks Based on User Mood
RGB-Themed Pop-Up Activations
Hisense Debuted a Pop-Up FIFA Activation at Hudson Yard
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
Curated Discovery Stores
The Shelf Spotlights Emerging Food, Drink and Wellness Brands
Experiential Grocery Campaigns
No Name launches a multi-city grocery goss campaign
Emotionally Intelligent Retailer Platforms
JK Tech Spotlights Its Artificial Intelligence Platform
AI-Powered Shoppable Experiences
ASOS Launches Thire ASOS Stylist With ChatGPT Integration
Predictive Artificial Intelligence Tools
Creatable AI Analyzes Social Commerce Data
Olympian-Backed Livestream Events
Walmart Hosted Her Day Made Easy With Laurie Hernandez and P&G
Interactive Convention Activations
LEGO SMART Play Transforms Comic-Con into Immersive Experiences
Immersive Queue Displays
Samsung Transforms Everland Wait Lines with Interactive 3D Safari Visuals
Immersive Soccer Tournament Pop-Ups
Lay's Unveils an Immersive Pop-Up Experience
Sports Lifestyle Retail
Nordstrom Blends World Cup Fashion with Immersive Pop-Ups
Conversational Shopping Experiences
Etsy Launches Its Native App Within ChatGPT
Branded Café Pop-Ups
The OPPO Enco Air5s Debuted Through a Branded Café Pop-Up in Paris
Community-Powered Social Media Competitions
Palmstreet Has Introduced the Palmie's Choice Awards
Interactive Artisan Coffee Campaigns
The Illy Summer Campaign Will Immerse Consumers
Outcome-Simulation Skincare
Haut.AI and OLAY Visualize Product Effects Before Purchase
First-Of-Its-Kind Consumer Aesthetics Events
OrangeTwist Debuts the TwistX Event
Experiential Loyalty Programs
Lowe's and Live Nation Reward Members with Concert Perks
Streaming Moments Surge
Spotify’s Wrapped 2025 Engages Users with Personalized Year-in-Review
Anti-Screen Summer Social Events
Eventbrite Presents 'The Offline Summer' Initiative
Curated Resale Storefronts
eBay's The NYC Edit Storefront Shares Tastemaker Selections
AI-Personalized Streaming Ads
Amazon Customized Prime Video Ads Using Shopping Behavior Data
In-Person Creativity Cafe Campaigns
The Made in Starbucks Campaign Spotlights Customer Creativity
Personalized Telehealth Service Platforms
Enhanced Reports Success of the Inaugural Enhanced Games
Influencer-Backed Ice Cream Campaigns
Tillamook and Tefi Pessoa Debuted The Real Scoop Newsstand
Branded App Takeovers
TikTok Introduces Logo Takeover Ads That Dominate the App’s Opening Screen
Fandom Retail Experiences
TOUS les JOURS Transforms Bakery Cafés into BTS Fan Destinations
Content-First Shopping Experiences
Gopuff and SpaceXAI Launched Go, a Personal Shopping Genius
AI-Native Advertising Platforms
Criteo Expands ChatGPT Ads with Prompt Smart Ads Globally
AI-Powered Reality TV Expereinces
Your Bravoverse Turns Andy Cohen into a Guide for Bravo Fans
AI-Native Beauty Commerce
L'Oréal Brings Virtual Try-Ons and Product Discovery into ChatGPT
AI Sports Viewing Companions
Pizza Hut Debuted 'Hutty,' an AI Companion for March Madness
Conversational Visual Shopping
Amazon Lens Live Matches Products Through Real-Time Scanning
Self-Expression Retail Campaigns
Tillys Marked Ten Months of Its Discover Your Style Campaign
Interactive Game Advertisements
Samsung Ads GameBreaks Encourage Deeper Engagement
Gamified Discount Events
Build-A-Bear Uses Mystery Offers to Drive Engagement
Franchise Commerce Marketing
poppi Connects Retail Products with Love Island Experiences
Gemini-Powered Ask Buttons
YouTube Introduced an 'Ask' Button for its Smart TV App
Agentic Beauty Shopping
Ulta Beauty Integrates Gemini AI for Seamless Product Discovery
AI Shopping Search Tools
Vibe Shopping Uses AI To Identify Products From TikTok And Video Content
Creator-Led Beauty Commerce
Amazon India Combines Creator Content and Beauty Shopping
Conversational Video Discovery
Youtube Introduces AI-Powered Search with Interactive Responses
In-Store Creator Commerce
Mac Cosmetics Turns Retail Employees into Live-Streaming Creators
Arena Beauty Activations
L'Oréal Brings Immersive Beauty Experiences to Europe's Largest Arena
Expanded Visual Search Features
Amazon Unveiled Its Visual Search Capabilities in Shopping App
Interactive Live Shows
Cirque du Soleil's Interactive Experience Offers Multi-Device Exploration
Experiential Tabletop Launches
MindWare Brings Immersive Game Demos to Gen Con 2026
Attention Economy Agencies
VaynerX Launches Tamara Group to Drive Social-First Brand Relevance
Human-Centered Marketplace Campaigns
Etsy's Shop Other Jeffs Celebrates Independent Sellers
Immersive DIY Events
DIY CON Brings Hands-On Workshops and Creator-Led Experiences
Shoppable Swimsuits
Sports Illustrated Launches Its Shoppable Swimsuits
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
AI-Driven Platform Updates
Yelp Spring Product Release 2026 Introduces the Yelp Assistant
Interactive Real Estate Showrooms
DUNE Uses Eyefactive Touchscreens for Virtual Property Tours
Social-to-Outdoor Campaigns
Tribesigns Extends TikTok's Super Wish Campaign to Times Square
Interactive Travel Publications
Destination Niagara Combines Storytelling with Trip Planning
Hybrid Beauty Discovery
Ulta Beauty Finds Gen Alpha Blends AI Tools with In-Store Shopping
Creator-Led Live Commerce
AliExpress Uses Livestreams to Showcase Verified Brands
Interactive Streaming Ads
Spotify Turns Listening into Engagement with Carousel Ads
Immersive Festival Art
Absolut and Yinka Ilori Create an Interactive Experience at Tomorrowland
Mobile Creator Experiences
Nikon Connects Creators Through Interactive Multi-City Events
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
Omnichannel Seasonal Support Campaigns
Bestway Wholesale Launches 'Buzz About the Sweetest Deals'
Product Discovery Communities
MillionShip Turns Product Discovery Into A Playful Experiences
Experiential Trade Shows
Wines Experience Reinvents Industry Networking in London
Conversational AI Advertising
Snapchat Introduces AI-Powered Chat-Based Brand Interactions
AI-Powered Native Video Ads
TripleLift Powers GUESS FRAGRANCES Big Game Campaign
Local Restaurant Activations
Pepsi Hosts Community Events to Drive Restaurant Discovery
Global Brand Refresh Systems
'Face the Future' Announces Rebrand With ShopTalk Studio
Interactive Knowledge Plays
TriviaBlaze Offers Engaging Quizzes To Test Knowledge in Categories
Event-Centric Camping Experiences
Huttopia Hosts World Cup Viewing and Activities at Its Campsites
Data-Led Brand Creation
AS Watson Builds Brands Using Shopper Insights and Loyalty Data
Interactive Holiday Games
Easter Quest 2025 Creates Digital Scavenger Hunts For Families
Community Fashion Events
Free People Hosts a Charitable Summer Gathering with Film and Activities
Community-Sourced Product Carousels
Reddit Introduced an AI Search Featuring Product Carousels
Global Sourcing-Focused Innovation Events
Made-In-China.com Hosted the Amazing April 2026 Event
Event-Driven Instant Retail
JD Sports Delivers England Shirts Through Uber Eats Before Kick-Off
Social Entertainment Apps
BuzzWheel Turns Group Gatherings Into Interactive Challenge Experiences
Crowd Analytics Beacons
EB Systems Deploys Crowd-Tracking Beacons at FIFA Venues
Retail Conversation Marketing Campaigns
Tesco Launches 'Need Anything From Tesco' Platform
Interactive Product Demos
LiveDemo Helps Teams Showcase Products Through Engaging Demonstrations