Throughout these November 2016 social media ideas, brands, celebrities and independent business owners are shown turning to platforms like Instagram, Snapchat and more to promote their products and services.
One example included that especially stands out is a collaboration between the LA County Museum of Art and Disney. Looking to get Millennials and Generation Z consumers participating more, the two created a Snapchat story that transformed classic art to reflect the plot of 'Beauty and the Beast.' In doing so, the LA County Museum of Art and Disney were able to reach over 30,000 viewers, as well as many who screen-shotted the images to share amongst their friends.
In another example that's included in this cluster of November 2016 social media ideas, Taco Bell came up with a puzzle game where users get pieces once posting with specific keywords and hashtags. Once they've collected all the pieces, they're rewarded with coupons that they can use through the company's connected ordering app.
Top 30 Social Media Ideas in November
From Travel-Blogging Canines to Incognito Alcoholism PSAs:
Riley von Niessen — Nov 12, 2016 — Social Media
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Streamlined News Networks
DIVE Simplifies Relevant Information for Companies So They Don't Have to
29
Instagram Star Editorials
NASASEASONS' Fall/Winter Line is Modeled by Eileen Kelly & Naleye Junior
28
Interactive Beer Posters
Fuller Frontier Encourages Instagrammers to #FindFlavour with Filters
27
Social Media Pet Contests
'Solid Gold Pet' is Looking for the Happiest Pet on Earth on Instagram
26
Emoji-Decoding Bots
On Twitter, 'Botmoji' Helps Users Decipher Emoji Meanings
25
3D Botanical Nail Art
Roz Borg Creatively Glues Real Plants onto Her Fingernails
24
Self-Service Influencer Marketplaces
'FameBit' is a Platform to Connect Influencers and Brands
23
Fast Food Social Apps
Taco Bell Explore is a Puzzle Game That's Activated with Keywords & Hashtags
22
Media-Inspired Soccer Jerseys
Graphic UNTD's Jersey Designs Imagine YouTube and Snapchat as Teams
21
Minute-Long Comedy Shows
Chipotle is Introducing a Snapchat Show Called 'School of Guac'
20
Disney Social Campaigns
The LA County Museum of Art Blended Generational Interests with Snapchat
19
Social Media Art Exhibits
This Culture Club Project Showcases Instagram Photos in an Art Gallery
18
Immersive Selfie Towers
Toronto's Largest Selfie Campaign Was Hosted by CF Toronto Eaton Centre
17
Social Media Political Endorsements
'Facebook Endorsements' Lets Users Officially Show Support
16
Viral Fashion-Savvy Dogs
Tinkerbelle the Dog is an Internet-Famous Model, Actor and Travel Blogger
15
Social Storytelling Apps
The Yodel App Makes Snapchat-Style Stories a Group Effort
14
Influencer Pairing Algorithms
'Hiip' Uses Data and Algorithms to Match Brands and Influencers
13
Instant Messenger Doodles
'WhatsApp Doodles' Allows Users to Add to Their Images and Videos
12
Millennial-Targeted Halloween Ads
Svedka Series Pokes Fun at the Horrors of "First World Problems"
11
Incognito Alcoholism PSAs
Louise Delage Was Formulated by BETC to Show How Prevalent Addiction is
10
Social News Platforms
'Now This' News is Delivered to Millennials Via Social Networks
9
Social Media Metronomes
Kmfa Created a Connected Ticking Device Set to the "Tempo of Austin"
8
Emoticon Job Searches
La Banque Postale Helped Job Seekers Find a Job in France Via Twitter
7
Connective Politician Apps
This App Lets the Malaysian Prime Minister Connect With the Public
6
Link-Tracking Sharing Extensions
Pile Lets Users Share Links and Track How They're Viewed
5
Basketball Team Emojis
Twitter is Releasing a Special Set of NBA Team Emojis Pair with Hashtags
4
Chromatic Instant Film Borders
The New Instant Film for the Instax Mini Comes in Different Colors
3
Aping Social Media Bots
ChatLike.me Creates a Twitter Bot that Mimics the Style of Twitter Users
2
Subversive Social Media Donations
The Troll Trump Bot Donates to Clinton for Every Trump Tweet
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Rival Social Holiday Filters
Facebook Live is Launching Its First Filters in Time for Halloween
Related Ideas
Newsstand-Style Pop-Up Series
Uber Eats x ALDI Celebrated Their Partnership with 'The Daily Feed'
Location-Based Social Media Features
Instagram Map Connects Friends Who are Nearby One Another
Connection Platform Experiences
Facebook Debuts at Stagecoach to Target Younger Audiences
Private Memory Archiving
Lifenote Helps You Preserve Personal Memories Without Social Media
Positive Social Media Campaigns
The New Tumblr Campaign Champions Community Over Controversy
Gen-Z-Focused AR Campaigns
American Eagle Launched an AE Jeans Try-on Haul Lens
Gen Z Storytelling Campaigns
Coach is Running the 'Explore Your Story' Campaign for Spring 2026
Phone-Free Crafting Experiences
Pinterest Brought a Phone-Free Experience to the Desert
Artist-Centric Networking Events
Adidas x SNIPES Unveil The NYC Superstar & Empower Artists
Gen Z Advertising Initiatives
Tubi Targets Younger Viewers with Ad Innovations at IAB NewFronts
Creative Online Social Networks
BuzzFeed Introduces the New BF Island Social Network
Social Media-Inspired Retail Apps
Depop Outfits Lets Users Create Moodboards and Collages
AR-Powered Vending Machines
Snapchat and L’Oréal Made a Gamified Lens to Share Refillable Haircare
Beauty Hack-Inspired Campaigns
Vaseline Launched 'Vaseline World' Based on Social Media Content
Authentic Connection Campaigns
Heineken's Hijack Socialization Encourages Out-of-Home Gatherings
In-App Mental Health Features
Snapchat Launches 'Here For You' Canada for Young Users
Wishlist-Spotlighting Billboards
Sephora Canada Features Customer Wishlists on Holiday Billboards
Shareable Wishlist Templates
Urban Outfitters and Canva Partnered to Simplify Holiday Gifting
Night QSR Campaigns
The Mcdonald’s Night Posters Turn Post-Party Cravings into Glowing Urban Art
Gen Z-Themed Soda Campaigns
Pepsi Relation-Sips Showcase Small Gestures This Valentine's Day
Interactive AR Avocado Scans
Chipotle Launches its 'AvoLotto Lens' on Snapchat
Limited-Edition Chocolate Launches
Hershey’s Debuts Winter Games Tie-In On TikTok Shop
Social AI Video Lenses
Snapchat Brings Photo-To-Video AI to Lens Studio
Dynamic Basketball-Informed Marketing Campaigns
March Madness' New Campaign Features NCAA Athletes
Festive Snack Packaging Designs
Kellanova Debuts Its Seasonal Assortment of Snacks
AI-Assisted Business Ads
Google Workspace's 50 States, 50 Stories Shares Small Businesses Using AI
Vibrantly Comedic Travel Campaigns
The 'Booking.yeah' Campaign Features The Muppets
Rural Running Vacations
Airbnb and Strava are Motivating Gen Z to Book Run-Cations
Gen Z Holiday Campaigns
SNIPES Launches 'Wrapped in Heat' Featuring Marlon Wayans
Feedless Social Platforms
Bond Eliminates Feeds to Focus on Real-Life Experiences
Friendly Fandom Campaigns
Heineken Kicked Off Fans Have More Friends with a Fun Social Experiment
Gen-Z-Targeted Language Platform Campaigns
Duolingo Introduces its Character-Driven 'Duolingo Ads'
Cross-Industry Insight Networks
The Think Party Explores the Future of Socialization
Customer-Starring Billboards
Bobbie's Campaign Spotlights Moms as "the OG Influencers"
Mobile Beauty Supply Pop-Ups
Sally Beauty Enters into a Collaboration with DoorDash in NYC
Experiential Marketing Campaigns
MIKE AND IKE, HOT TAMALES, and Marvel Team Up for Campus Tour
Home-Centric Beauty Campaigns
Sally Beauty Debuts the Holiday Beauty at Home Campaign
Influencer-Driven Fashion Events
Pacsun Collaborated with Prominent Gen-Z Creators
Social Media Managers
Socialaize Automates Scheduling Cross-Posting And Performance Tracking
Shoppable AR Villages
The Snapchat Winter Village Has Three Immersive Luxury Brand Boutiques
Social Media Follower-Celebrating Initiatives
Streets of Toronto Marks 600k Instagram Followers
Gen Z Soda Campaigns
Enjoy the Moment with a Coca‑Cola Targets a Generation That Wants to Unplug
Anti-Digital Social Campaigns
Heineken Partners with Joe Jonas for 'Socials Off Socials'
Sensorial Soda Campaigns
Sprite's 'Hurts Real Good With Sprite' Targets Gen Z
Traveling Fashion Showcases
The Guess Bus in Sydney is an Example of Experimental Marketing
Health-Focused Body Positivity Apps
Stories with Substance Collaborates with the UnderBelly
Comprehensive Fast Food Reports
Yum! Brands, Inc. Explores Food Trends Influencing the Industry
Self-Expression Festival Activations
Barbie Brings Customizable Persona-Building to Coachella
Interactive Juice Boxes
Suntop's Mega Back to School Campaign Integrates Connected Packaging
Social Commerce Integrations
Ulta Beauty Launches a Creator-Driven TikTok Shop
Localized Retail Media Platforms
Snappy Shopper Launches Connect, a Retail Media Network
Cinematic Dance-Driven Campaigns
DoorDash's 'Your Door to More' Campaign Highlights its Offerings
Content Planner Tools
Social Media Content Planner Helps Users Plan And Post On Notion
Social Media Meditation Features
The TikTok Meditation Feature Helps Users Take a Break
Redefining Screen-Free Cameras
Camp Snap Arrives at Target as a Mindful Disconnection
Soccer Snack Collaborations
Mondelēz Partners with Athletes to Launch Limited-Edition Snacks
Anti-Algorithm Social Platforms
Buzzfeed’s Branch Office Creates Interactive AI-Powered Apps
Limited-Edition Halloween Treats
Kellanova Brands Debut Exclusive Treats for Halloween
Social Content Creators
SmilesFlow Lets You Create Unique, Interactive Content for Sharing
Coordinated Convenience-Focused Promotional Campaigns
7-Eleven Runs Promotions for Two Events
Celebrity-Starring Super Bowl Ads
Taco Bell Recruits Doja Cat for its New Super Bowl Advertisement
Local Social Media Feeds
TikTok’s Local Feed Uses Precise Location Opt-In, Excludes Minors
Authentic Skincare Campaigns
We are Social France Spotlights Avène’s New Anti-Blemish Cream
Adult Social Clubs
Social Club 150 Offers In-Person Events to Connect Adults in Their 40s - 60s+
Bean-Filled Chocolate Eggs
UKSnackAttack Shares Imaginative "Snackfishing" Content on Instagram
Intention-Driven Social Feeds
West Co’s Tangle App Turns Daily Intentions Into Shared Plans
Vibrant Cafeteria-Inspired Campaigns
Lunchtime Becomes a Joyous Time in 'The Lunchables Effect'
Communal Social Video Features
Instagram Blend Create Communal Reel Playlists with Friends
Shoppable Reel Features
Meta Expands Reels with Product Tagging on Instagram and Facebook
Creativity-Celebrating Social Media Awards
The Instagram Rings Award Honors Exemplary Creators
Experiential Grocery Campaigns
No Name launches a multi-city grocery goss campaign
Travel Community Platforms
Tripnation Travel Community Connects Through Stories, Groups, & Guides
Scottish Tourism Campaigns
VisitScotland Used NYC Tartan Week to Drive Scotland Tourism In The USA
Peer-Powered Gifting Initiatives
indu and SoPost Encourage Customers to Share Samples with Friends
Senior Creative Teams
Tosti Creative Put Out a Call for Senior Creatives Aged 70 and Older
Youth-Led Holiday Campaigns
Where are You Going? Showcases a Global Portrait of Young Creators
Customized Restaurant Campaign Platforms
OpenTable Has Launched OpenTable Media
Limited-Edition Beer Campaigns
San Miguel launches a Limited-Edition Beer Campaign for Summer
Carrier Pigeon Campaigns
The Travel Agency's Viral Project Pigeon Spiked Social Media Engagement
Unified Social Management
Social Champ Simplifies Multi-Platform Posting & Analytics For Agencies
Social Media Hubs
Unified Socials Centralizes Management Across Multiple Platforms
Introvert-Friendly Social Platforms
The 'Introvrs' Social App Connects Like-Minded Users
On-Demand Content Creation Apps
Social Agent Connects Users to Certified Content Creators
Pop Culture Wedding Collections
A Dynamic Duo Inspired The Engagement Era Collection by The Knot
Post-Game Breakfast Campaigns
McDonald's Flipped Its Ads Sideways for Super Bowl Recovery
Branded App Takeovers
TikTok Introduces Logo Takeover Ads That Dominate the App’s Opening Screen
Automated Content Management
BrandGhost Automates Social Media Scheduling And Content Remixing
Social Video Beauty Brands
Time Inc. Unveils 'The Pretty' Social Video-Based Beauty Brand
Social Media Automation
PostPilot Automates Content Creation And Scheduling For Businesses
Content Idea Generators
Spin The Wheel and Capture Content Ideas Based on Your Online Presence
Social Media Automation Tools
Olly 2.0 Boosts Engagement Across 15+ Social Platforms With AI
Social-First Beauty Retailers
Sally Beauty Joins TikTok Shop
Mascot-Forward Newspaper Campaigns
Ellie the Elephant Becomes a New York Times Subscriber
Collaborative Seasonal Drinking Campaigns
Fat Tuesday and 818 Tequila are Ready for the Summer
Social Media Schedulers
SocialLater Automates Social Media Posting Across Multiple Platforms
Inspired Travel Planning
CloneMyTrips Turns Social Travel Inspiration Into Bookable Trips
Parental Social Media Alerts
This Instagram Alert Will Let Parents Know of Troubling Teen Searches
Global Product Launch Events
Uber Unveils a New Go-Get Exhibit Featuring Interactive Vignettes
Social Networking Hubs
Internet Social Café Lets Users Explore Cafés and Build Online Connections
Nostalgic Beauty Campaigns
Dove's #UnseenBeauty Initiative Challenges Y2K Beauty Standards
AI Travel Planners
CloneMyTrips Transforms Social Media Travel Inspiration Into Bookable Trips
Social Food Delivery Apps
The 'Zesty' App from DoorDash Helps Users Find New Restaurants
Social Network Number Puzzles
LinkedIn Mini Sudoku Encourages Users to Log On Regularly
Content Planning Tools
Notion Social Media Scheduler Helps Organize and Plan Posts Efficiently
Celebrity-Signed Rolling Trays
SWED.com Leverages Snoop Dogg's Cultural Influence
Community Travel Platforms
Discover Hidden Gems and Share Locations with TravelShare
City-Focused Influencer Platforms
Storytime Launches Storytime Marketplace in Cities
Social Media Creator Initiatives
Snapchat Launches its Gen Z-Focused Creator Connect Service
Social Copy Optimizers
TweetFast Turns Ideas Into Viral Tweets With AI-Powered Suggestions
Niche Club Apps
Phictly Connects Fans of Books, Movies & Shows in Small, Engaged Groups
App Promotion Marketplaces
Boost Downloads And User Engagement With Indie App Santa’s App Features
Creator-Focused All-In-One Platforms
MediaClub.app Serves Creators in the Middle East
Social Forum Insight Trackers
Snoops.co Helps Businesses Find and Track Opportunities on Reddit
Social Media Organizers
Gem Turns TikTok and Instagram Bookmarks Into Searchable Lists
Local Story Creators
Word oh Mouth Lets Users Share Experiences And Support Local Businesses
Social Media-Inspired Streaming Apps
The Netflix App Feed Will Introduce a TikTok-Like Style
Real-Time Nightlife Finders
HotSpot Discovers Trending Nightlife Spots With Real-Time Insights
Real-Time Sharing Apps
MomentsHub Lets You Discover And Share Nearby Experiences Instantly
Generational Wellness Campaigns
Sports Research Evolved Its Marketing into a Cultural Movement
Expressive App Icons
The Instagram Teen Icons Deliver Vibrant Customization for Younger Users
Social Media Sticker Tools
Instagram Comment Sticker Generator Creates Engaging Reply Stickers
Custom Social Platforms
Nightlight Offers Inclusive And Highly Custom Social Media Experiences
Festive Musician-Led Campaigns
Smirnoff ICE Partners with Troye Sivan for the Holidays
Audience Insight Hubs
Bluesky Analytics Helps Track Engagement and Schedule Posts Across Platforms
Local Event Planners
Knowhere Helps You Discover and Attend Local Events With Friends
Brandless Packaging Campaigns
McDonald’s Tested a Name-Free 'Famous Order' Promotion
Influencer Discovery Assistants
SocialiQ 2.0 Automates Influencer Research Right on Social Media
Purpose-Led Emerging Brands Initiatives
7-Eleven Taps 27 Brands for Its 2026 Brands with Heart™
Private Photo Journals
Memory Helps You Capture Daily Moments In A Secure And Simple Photo Diary
Social Video Sponsorship Platforms
Find, Vet, and Book YouTube Sponsorships with Thoughtleaders.io
Social Ad Schedulers
Ads Calender Simplifies Scheduling And Managing Social Media Ads
Engagement Timing Insights
DontPostYet Uses Live Analytics To Optimize Social Media Posting Times
Recipe Sharing Networks
ICanCookFood Lets Foodies Share Recipes And Follow Culinary Creators
Mass Content Generation
PostMagic Generates Thousands Of AI-Powered Social Media Posts Fast
Social Content Automation Tools
ViralMarketer Builds Your 14-Day Social Media Calendar In Seconds
Group Challenge Apps
Challenge Friends Lets Users Complete 30-Day Self-Improvement Challenges
Life Event Portfolios
Build and Share Life’s Key Moments With Milestones’ Curated Event Portfolio
Social Sharing Tools
Social Plus Expands Your Reach With Shared Posts Across Platforms
Influencer Collaboration Networks
Megaboarding Connects Brands And Influencers For Collaborations
Social Scheduling Tools
Post Dance Social Media Scheduler Publishes Content Across Platforms