The top May 2016 entertainment ideas highlight the push for experience-driven activities and the direction in which this is directing consumer expectations.
The MTV brand recently announced it will be reviving its hit early 2000's television show 'Cribs' on Snapchat. The relaunched series will be featured on the brand's Snapchat Discovery Story and is expected to entice older fans of the network while blending that audience with new viewers.
Meanwhile, the IMAX brand has announced a plan for what it is calling the IMAXShift program, which will see movie theaters repurposed into venues for immersive spinning classes. The progression toward fitness routines that blend work and play is best demonstrated in experiential events such as the IMAXShift program and suggests consumers are looking to be tricked into doing the work.
Top 40 Entertainment Ideas in May
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AR Star-Gazing Binoculars
The 'Sternglas Alpha' Digital Binoculars Pack the Power of a Telescope
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Interactive Football Cleat Launches
This Puma Tricks Event Launched the Shoe in London
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Immersive Tequila Event Tastings
The Art of Patron Event Series Launched in London's Shoreditch
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Molecular Italian Food Menus
TheMaDCooK Restaurant Boasts Bold Flavor Combinations by Maxim Volkov
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Treasure Hunt Warehouses
Kouraku Kiln Created a Fun Service to Alleviate Unsold Goods
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Sky-High Urban Slides
The ArcelorMittal Orbit Building Has Been Outfitted with a Tunnel Slide
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Weaponized Combat Games
The Unified Weapons Master Game Features Armed Martial Artistss
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Urban Surf Parks
The URBNSURF Wave Pool Offers Public Surfing With a Simulated Beach
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Experiential Fitness Events
CLIF Bar's VIP Workout Prepared Toronto for the WWF CN Tower Climb
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VR Movie Theaters
The Virtual Reality Cinema Provides Movie Lovers with an Immersive Experience
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Sporty Stadium Bedrooms
This Airbnb Rio De Janeiro Accommodation is Inside the Rio Olympic Arena
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Arcade-Style Gyms
Asphalt Green Transforms Workouts with Technology
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Immersive Tequila Experiences
The Art of Patrón Event Series Celebrates The Brand's Vision
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Chic Industrial Event Venues
This Birmingham Venue is Inspired by London's Shoreditch
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Casual Clubhouse Venues
Nashville's Pinewood Social is a Quaint Retro Entertainment Complex
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Technicolored Branch Installations
This Emanuelle Moreaux Project Features Hanging Elements
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Marathon-Centric Hotel Packages
The Mandarin Oriental Barcelona Offers a Package for Runners
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Texting-Friendly Movie Theaters
AMC Entertainment May Soon Offer Texting-Friendly Auditoriums
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Southern Art Museum Hotels
The 21c Hotel Louisville is a Hybrid Art Gallery and Boutique Hotel
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Snapchat Television Revivals
The Cribs Snapchat Series Will See the Relaunch of the MTV Hit
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Coordinating Group Event Platforms
The Down to Lunch App Lets Users Unite Friends for Activities
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National Egg Hunt Events
This Cadbury Easter Campaign Included Egg Hunts Across the UK
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High-End Amusement Park Restaurants
The Tiffins Restaurant Bring Gourmet Dining to Disney World
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Southern Burger Parlors
The Pharmacy in Nashville is a Burger Parlor and Beer Garden
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VR Cooking Shows
The 360° Meals at Samsung Series Combines Gourmet Food with VR Technology
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City-Wide Pillow Fights
This Urban Pillow Fight Takes Place in the Heart of Toronto
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Pop-Up Cocktail Lounges
The Cumberland Pop-Up Bar Offers Signature Drinks and Cocktails
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Virtual Reality Museums
The Tennessee State Museum Will Appeal to a New Generation with VR Tech
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Immersive Cycling Programs
The IMAXShift Turns Exercise into an Enveloping Outdoor Experience
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Kid-Friendly Festival Events
The UK's Curious Arts Festival Hosts Creative Workshops for All Ages
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Interactive TV Shows
The Twilight Zone Reboot Will Be a Cross Between a Movie and a Game
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Kid-Friendly Entertainment Apps
The BBC iPlayer Kids App Provides Suitable Content for Young Ones
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Multi-Sensory Cinema Seating
Cineplex's 4DX Enhances Movies with Snow, Scents, Vibrations and More
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Interactive VR Experiences
Limitless Entertainment's Gary the Gull Employs Pixar Principles
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Motion Movie Theatres
The Cineplex 4DX Experience Offers Fully Immersive Film Viewing
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Virtual Reality Field Trips
Lockheed Martin Turned School Bus Windows into Panels for Viewing Mars
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Family-Friendly Resort Passes
This Theme Park Offers Discounts for Parents and Toddlers
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Virtual Opera House Tours
The Sydney Opera House Experience Includes a 360-Degree Virtual Tour
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Immersive Fantasy TV Intros
This Game of Thrones Intro Lets Fans Explore Westeros in 360 Degrees
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Wellness Brand Experiences
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Experiential Convenience Stores
FamilyMart Announced IP-Centered Store Experiences in Japan
Entertainment-Driven Distilleries
Ole Smoky and Yee-Haw create immersive brewery venues
Luxury Eyewear Pop-Ups
Prada Opens an Immersive Eyewear Boutique at The Grove
Design-Forward Concept Stores
Target SoHo is Immersive, Experiential and Shoppable
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
Creative Retail Competitions
Bricks & Minifigs Launches LEGO Clock Design Contest
Experiential K-Beauty Retail
Yepoda Opens an Immersive Flagship Store in Seoul
Fashion-Inspired Food Marketing
Magnum Blends Beauty, Music and Luxury Culture into Its Brand
Experiential Beauty Campaigns
Heathrow Airport Launched Immersive Beauty Experiences
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
Experiential Wellness Activations
Creating Significance Sets Up Its Well Design Summit
Fitness-Integrated Skincare
MONCLOS Blends Fitness, Skincare and Social Wellness Experiences
Interactive Toy Experiences
Spin Master Highlights Opportunities in the Toy Sector in 2026
Prestige Beauty Storefronts
Ulta Unveiled Its Times Square Experiential Store
Fandom Culture Retail Experiences
EB Games x Vibrant Marketing Launch an 'EB Trends' Store Concept
Entertainment-Powered Retail Experiences
AT&T Brings Toy Story 5 to Interactive Store Activations
Dedicated Social Event Apps
TikTok Pro Events is Arriving Ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Immersive Video Shopping Experiences
ASOS Live Blends Creator-Led Content with Real-Time Shopping
Luxe Wellness Apparel Activations
alo Yoga Featured a Minimalist French Riviera Takeover
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
Cross-Industry Insight Networks
The Think Party Explores the Future of Socialization
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
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
Girl Dinner Experiences
Waverly Kitchen + Bar Curates Shareable Comfort Food Plates
Virtual Live-TV Experiences
DIRECTV Launches Its DIRECTV on Meta Quest Viewing
Self-Expression Festival Activations
Barbie Brings Customizable Persona-Building to Coachella
Mobile Beauty Pop-Ups
Henkel’s göt2b Debuts a Citywide Mobile Beauty Experience
Comprehensive Fast Food Reports
Yum! Brands, Inc. Explores Food Trends Influencing the Industry
Playable Brand Universes
adidas and Brawl Stars Connect Gaming, Apparel and Live Fan Experiences
Symbolic Pop-Up Wellness Experiences
Hone Health Hosts Death of Midlife Pop-Up
Summer Camp-Inspired Travel Experiences
EF Ultimate Break Debuts Camp Ultimate, Targeting Gen Z
Story-Driven Adventure Tourism
Disney Expands Immersive Guided Travel Across Europe and Asia
Retail-Focused Soccer-Themed Fan Experiences
Simon Joins Forces with addias Ahead of FIFA
Livestreamed Travel Campaigns
IShowSpeed and Expedia are Engaging and Inspiring Gen Z Travelers
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
World Cup Hospitality Experiences
Stella Artois Turns Bars into Immersive FIFA Viewing Locations
Luxury Sports Hospitality
The Ritz-Carlton Blends SailGP Access With Experiential Travel Packages
Comprehensive XR Lineups
Goertek Spotlights Its Extended Reality Range at CES 2026
Film Masterpieces-Focused Programming Initiatives
Regal Cinemas Debuts the Month of Masterpieces
Feedless Social Platforms
Bond Eliminates Feeds to Focus on Real-Life Experiences
Creator Theme Parks
Makers Theme Park is a World-First for Hands-On Creativity
Pop-Up Reality TV Bars
Samsung Electronics' Verkligheten is a Destination for Reality TV Fans
AI-Aged Executive Spoof Ads
AiCandy's Energym Ad Reimagines Tech Moguls as Instructors
Immersive Queue Displays
Samsung Transforms Everland Wait Lines with Interactive 3D Safari Visuals
Mobile Brand Experiences
M&M's Brings an Interactive Caravan to the Tour De France
Immersive Wellness Events
FUEGO’s Soul X Science Returned to London on May 16
Next-Generation Gym Concepts
The Edge Fitness Clubs Reveals Edge Immersian Plans
Immersive Pediatric Imaging
Philips and Disney Create Child-Friendly MRI Experiences
Immersive Cartoon Theme Parks
Six Flags' Looney Tunes Land Brings Classic Characters to Life
Retro-Inspired Arcade Activations
Hotel X Toronto Revives Its Retro Arcade Installation
Wellness Dining Experiences
CRISP & GREEN Combines Fitness Events With Healthy Meals
First-Of-Its-Kind Consumer Aesthetics Events
OrangeTwist Debuts the TwistX Event
Emotionally-Resonating Gambling Experiences
MGM is Aiming to Make Deeper Connections with Program
Reimagined Creative Campaigns
Marc Jacobs Dropped its '26 Summer Campaign and New Visual Identity
Elemental Retail Spaces
Goldwin Creates a Multi-Sensory Retail Environment in New York City
Energy Drink Racing Experiences
The Vegas Race Day Experience is Up Grabs in the UK and Ireland
Immersive Educational Museum Experiences
The National Animation Museum and IndieCade Partner
Immersive Cultural Venue Debuts
The Empyrean Club is Opening in 2027
Social Travel Booking Platforms
TikTok GO Turns Creator Travel Videos Into Bookable Trips
Soccer-Themed Entertainment Events
Sky Zone Turns Global Soccer Excitement into Active Play
Immersive Designer-Led Activations
Kohler House Party Reframes Renovation as Social & Inspiring
Experience-Driven Photo Booths
Future Flicks Introduced an AI Photo Booth Feature
Stadium Stay Experiences
Marriott Bonvoy Introduces a World Cup Final Sleepover Suite for Fans
Franchise Commerce Marketing
poppi Connects Retail Products with Love Island Experiences
Personalized Neuroaesthetic Experiences
113 Spring's Emergence Service Supports Creative Expansion
Wellness Recovery Events
Toronto's The Wellness Club Hosts an Immersive Social Wellness Experience
Gamified Destination Tourism
Connecticut Launches Rewards Platform for Local Exploration
Immersive Music Festival Stores
BELLA+CANVAS Debuted Museum of Merchandise at Coachella
Vibe-Coded Entertainment Apps
The Gizmo App Cycles Through Vibe-Coded Mini Apps
High-End Health-Focused Conferences
The Assembly Prioritizes Experiential Engagement for Its Event
Pop-Up Mini Malls
The Disney+ Hulu Throwbacks Mini Mall Revisits 90s & Y2K Classics
Artistic Museum Simulators
Two Point Museum Added Emotion-Driven Art Curation Gameplay
Immersive Cultural Dining Experiences
HIRAKUZA Ginza Tokyo Combines Sumo Wrestling with Dining
Racing-Themed Branded Installations
MGM Resorts International Spotlights the Formula 1 Grand Prix
In-Store Creator Commerce
Mac Cosmetics Turns Retail Employees into Live-Streaming Creators
Comprehensive Smart Living Visions
MOVA Debuts 'Infinite Smart Universe' Concept at AWE 2026
Fantasy World Theme Parks
Disney Builds Real-Life Arendelle with World of Frozen
Interactive Live Shows
Cirque du Soleil's Interactive Experience Offers Multi-Device Exploration
IP Theme Parks
iQIYI Brings Its Streaming IP into Immersive Real-World Theme Park Experiences
Attention Economy Agencies
VaynerX Launches Tamara Group to Drive Social-First Brand Relevance
Rent Reward Music Partnerships
Bilt Has Tapped Diplo to Headline Its July Rent Day Game Show
Social-to-Outdoor Campaigns
Tribesigns Extends TikTok's Super Wish Campaign to Times Square
Personalised Immersive Wellness
Emergence at 113 Spring is a New Multi-Sensorial Wellness Curation
Community Fitness Challenges
SPINCO’s Connect the Dots Challenge Gamified Spring Fitness
Adaptable Fitness Approaches
24 Hour Fitness is Moving Away from a Standardized Fitness Model
Data-Driven Concert Discovery
Apple Music Uses Listening Behavior to Surface Ticketmaster Events
Prescriptive VR Therapy Platforms
VA Rolls Out Mynd Immersive MyndXR Across 45 Centers
Personalized Telehealth Service Platforms
Enhanced Reports Success of the Inaugural Enhanced Games
Third Space Community Programming
Exhibition Place Community Connect Events Will Launch This July
Entertainment Venue Loyalty Platforms
Dave & Buster's Debuts 'What the Fun' Platform
Experiential Trade Shows
Wines Experience Reinvents Industry Networking in London
Multisensorial Metropolitan Installations
Edge NYC Shares Interactive, City-Inspired Experiences
Interactive Streaming Ads
Spotify Turns Listening into Engagement with Carousel Ads
Mobile Creator Experiences
Nikon Connects Creators Through Interactive Multi-City Events
IP-Based Kids Games
Netflix Turns Shows into Play Experiences
Social Learning Experiences
Lectures on Tap Hosts Expert-Led Discussions in Local Bars
Exclusive AI-Driven Hardware Exhibitions
Gotvoom Organized a Private Exhibition Space for CES 2026
Social Media-Inspired Streaming Apps
The Netflix App Feed Will Introduce a TikTok-Like Style
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
Themed Hotel Bars
Disney Cruise Line Launches Haunted Mansion Parlor at Sea
Ad-Friendly Vertical Video Feeds
Instacart Debuts the Immersive Feed Feature on Its Platform
Integrated Fitness Streaming
Spotify Integrates Workouts and Peloton Classes into Its Platform
Local Restaurant Activations
Pepsi Hosts Community Events to Drive Restaurant Discovery
Multi-Benefit Wellness Bundles
Hotel X Toronto Introduces a New Experience Wellness Package
Event-Centric Camping Experiences
Huttopia Hosts World Cup Viewing and Activities at Its Campsites
Immersive Art Travel Programs
Marriott launches artist residency stays
Health Club Education Partnerships
Inspire360 Has Announced a Partnership with TRX
Anti-Screen Summer Social Events
Eventbrite Presents 'The Offline Summer' Initiative
Hybrid Experiential Retail Series
VIBE TWLV Launches the SUPERNORMAL Series
Cultural All-Inclusive Resorts
Mondrian Cancun Blends Local Culture, Dining and Social Events
IP-Driven Attraction Reimagining
Disney Refreshes Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster With The Muppets
30-Hour Music Events
The Infinite Now Builds Sleep into the Experience with Beds and Hammocks
Modern Motherhood Memberships
Mavie Empowers Members with Realistic Personalized Routines
Streaming-Inspired Toy Lines
Moose Toys Expands Netflix Stories Into Toy Collections
Marketplace Showrooms
StockX Combines Shopping, Seller Services and Community Events in New York
Experiential Loyalty Programs
Lowe's and Live Nation Reward Members with Concert Perks
Immersive Nighttime Theme Parks
SeaWorld Combines Concerts, Drone Displays and Live Entertainment
Bespoke DOOH Storytelling Channels
Hello! And Limited Space Have Launched Orbit Channel
Immersive Fitness Apps
Gym Spatial Brings Immersive Environments To Apple Vision Pro Workouts
Social Entertainment Apps
BuzzWheel Turns Group Gatherings Into Interactive Challenge Experiences
Stadium Fan Festivals
FIFA Turns the LA Coliseum into a Multi-Day Fan Experience Hub
Franchise Expansion Attractions
Miral and Warner Bros. World Add New DC-Themed Ride Experiences
Cardholder Access Experiences
Visa Unlocks Early Access and VIP Perks at Top of the Rock
Interactive Cinematic Attractions
Disney Expanded Star Wars Storytelling Across Theme Parks
Immersive Narrative Tourism
EF Ultimate Break Turns Ashridge House Into a Live Murder Mystery Game