From hyper-realistic set recreations to movie-inspired ride-sharing promotions, there are plenty of innovative film and TV activations that highlight how experiential marketing is a useful and important tool for media marketers.
In order to celebrate the opening of the Diagon Alley attraction at NBC Universal Orlando, the brand hosted an immersive brand activation inside London's King's Cross Station. The laid back event engaged passersby with a Diagon Alley-inspired photobooth and offered consumers information on planning a trip to the park.
Hosted at South by Southwest 2016, an elaborate marketing experience inspired by the Coney Island story world of television series Mr Robot got attendees excited ahead of the show's upcoming second season debut. The interactive event included a 100-foot ferris wheel inspired by the Wonder Wheel at Coney Island and a replica of the show's F Society hacker den.
18 Film & TV Activations
From Movie-Inspired Pizza Deliveries to Wizardly Brand Activations:
Rebecca Byers — Mar 17, 2016 — Marketing
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Mythic Dragon Easter Eggs
This Game of Thrones-Inspired Chocolate Egg by Melt is in London
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Fantasy Series Snow Murals
Artist Simon Beck Made a Game of Thrones Snow Mural for Sky Atlantic
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Robotic Dating App Stunts
This SXSW Tinder Marketing Stunt Used a Hot Robot to Promote Ex Machina
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Wizardly Brand Activations
This Diagon Alley Event Took Place at London's King's Cross Station
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90s Game Show Recreations
The London Crystal Maze Event Promotes Freixenet Sparkling Wine
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Movie Motel Recreations
Attendees Will Be Able to Visit A&E's Bates Motel at SXSW 2015
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Immersive Brand Attractions
This Mattel Experience Brings TV Characters to Life in Liverpool
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Comic Hero Tattoo Parlors
SXSW 2016 is Hosting a Harley Quinn Tattoo Parlor for Visitors
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Sitcom-Themed Pop-Ups
This Seinfeld Pop-Up Bar is Set to Open in Toronto This Summer
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Superhero Ramen Eateries
Ippudo Celebrates Marvel Heroes with a Themed Pop-Up Restaurant Location
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Recreated Movie Restaurants
This Hot Dog Stand Transformed into 'McDowell's from Coming to America
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Haunting Television Marketing
A New Series Entices Audiences with Its Persona Synthetics Branding
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Cinematic Cafe Pop-Ups
Australia Will Have a Central Perk Coffee House from the Set of Friends
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Cinematic Beauty Pop-Ups
The New Kiehl's Pop-Up Celebrates the Premier of Zoolander 2
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Galactic Marketing Events
This Campaign Lined Up 500 Stormtroopers on the Great Wall of China
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Television-Inspired Carnival Stunts
The Mr Robot SXSW Pop-Up Featured a 100-Foot Ferris Wheel
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Movie-Inspired Pizza Deliveries
Uber Celebrated Home Alone's Birthday by Delivering 'Nero's Pizza'
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Sci-Fi Surfing Stunts
These Surfers in Stormtrooper Suits Draw Attention to Movie Locations
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Series-Inspired Newspaper Pop-Ups
Peacock Featured a Custom Newsstand for ‘The Paper’
Movie Brand Snack Collaborations
Feastables Launched Its Super Mario Galaxy Movie Branded Candy
Experiential Multisensory Pop-Ups
Pleasing's Immersive PleasingLand Includes a “Scent Arcade”
Film-Inspired Pizza Promotions
Little Caesars Taps Sony Pictures' 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day'
Creative Retail Competitions
Bricks & Minifigs Launches LEGO Clock Design Contest
Wellness Brand Experiences
Pilates and Influencer Events Are Shaping Lifestyle Marketing in Peru
Theatrical Cocktail Experiences
The Theatre by ZLB23 Unfolds at a Seven-Seat Bar
Show-Inspired Marketplace Campaigns
Facebook Marketplace x Netflix Launch a Bridgerton Experience
Experiential Convenience Stores
FamilyMart Announced IP-Centered Store Experiences in Japan
Entertainment-Driven Distilleries
Ole Smoky and Yee-Haw create immersive brewery venues
Show-Inspired QSR Menus
The Stranger Things Meals Campaign Introduces Two Parallel Food Options
Design-Forward Concept Stores
Target SoHo is Immersive, Experiential and Shoppable
Fashion-Inspired Food Marketing
Magnum Blends Beauty, Music and Luxury Culture into Its Brand
Experiential fragrance
CPL Aromas Creates Interactive Scent Worlds for Emotional Engagement
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
Mobile Cafe Pop-Ups
Coach Introduced a Vibrant Coffee Truck in Gotemba, Japan
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
Wintry Retail Activations
ASOS will Host a Winter Wonderland Pop-Up in SoHo
Summery Lip Balm Activations
e.l.f. Cosmetics Spotlights Its Melting Lip Balm at Coachella
Dynamic Scent-Inspired Fashion Presentations
Startup Fashion Week 2026 Concluded Its Program
Fandom Culture Retail Experiences
EB Games x Vibrant Marketing Launch an 'EB Trends' Store Concept
Fashion-Inspired Coffee Events
Starbucks Partnered with NYFW2026 and Hosted a Coffeehouse Rave
Hockey Playoff Restaurant Campaigns
Boston Pizza Launched Its Hockey Playoff Campaign in Canada
Luxe Wellness Apparel Activations
alo Yoga Featured a Minimalist French Riviera Takeover
Clinical K-Beauty Pop-Ups
Rejuran Debuts Science-Led Skincare Through a Sephora LA Activation
Industrial-Inspired Brand Events
Reitmans Reimagined its Distribution Centre for a Curated Event
Fandom-Honoring Building Block Sets
LEGO® Spotlights Iconic Pop Culture Films and Series
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
Immersive Sports Marketing Campaigns
BMO's "Grow the Game" Campaign Celebrates the FIFA World Cup
Playable Brand Universes
adidas and Brawl Stars Connect Gaming, Apparel and Live Fan Experiences
Timely Delivery-Centric Billboards
Pizza Pizza Creates a Truck-Side Billboard Inspired by the LRT
Immersive Gaming Lands
Minecraft World Brings the Game to Life in a Theme Park
shop-in-shop streetwear installations
U Urban Outfitters debuts the Vans 'On Rotation' experience
Health-Focused Interactive Pop-Ups
Ancient + Brave Ran the Live Bravely Pop-Up in California
Immersive Superhero Attractions
Warner Bros. Gamifies Superman Storytelling with Gameplay
Self-Expression Festival Activations
Barbie Brings Customizable Persona-Building to Coachella
Immersive Cartoon Theme Parks
Six Flags' Looney Tunes Land Brings Classic Characters to Life
RGB-Themed Pop-Up Activations
Hisense Debuted a Pop-Up FIFA Activation at Hudson Yard
Collectible Fandom Packaging
Spider-Man-Themed Takis Bags Turn Snacks into Fan Collectibles
Sofa-Centered Marketing Activations
This Sofa Club Activation Encouraged Consumers to Take a Seat
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
Mobile Brand Experiences
M&M's Brings an Interactive Caravan to the Tour De France
Website-Based Restaurant Customizations
The 'Wix Restaurant Experiences' Enables Unique Dining
Pop-Up Sports Hospitality
Toronto’s FIFA Fan Festival Turns Urban Spaces into Immersive Fan Hubs
Experiential Cookie Chains
Insomnia Cookies Combines Desserts With Entertainment Tie-Ins
Culture-Driven Product Launches
Church’s Texas Chicken launches Churchie Sauce with a local event
Coordinated Convenience-Focused Promotional Campaigns
7-Eleven Runs Promotions for Two Events
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
Creator Theme Parks
Makers Theme Park is a World-First for Hands-On Creativity
Animation-Themed Racing Merch
The Disney x Formula 1® Fuel the Magic Campaign is Character-Driven
Creator-Led DIY Experiences
Lowe's Turns MrBeast Fandom Into Kids Workshops
Immersive Queue Displays
Samsung Transforms Everland Wait Lines with Interactive 3D Safari Visuals
Beauty-Branded Holiday Markets
L'Oréal Paris Partners with Toronto's Distillery Winter Village
Localized Game-Day Food Activations
Martha Stewart Joins Pepsi’s Bay Area Local Eats
Subway Station Fashion Takeovers
Reitmans Hosts its Spring 2026 Lower Bay Station Preview
Immersive Soccer Tournament Pop-Ups
Lay's Unveils an Immersive Pop-Up Experience
Bubble Wrap Billboards
Tombola's Interactive Billboards Engage Passersby with a Sensory Activity
Movie-Themed Grocery Store Experiences
Asda and Wicked Partnered for Immersive Store Experiences
Immersive Music Campaigns
Spotify x Gorillaz Fan Experience Promotes the Mountain Across London
Content-Driven Flagship Retail
GARAGE Builds an Immersive Flagship in New York's Flatiron District
French Beer Marketing Campaigns
1664 Features Robert Pattinson in Its New Acting-Inspired Campaign
Experience-Enabled Franchises
Magnolia Soap & Bath Co. Uses Square to Scale Retail Experiences
Interactive Artisan Coffee Campaigns
The Illy Summer Campaign Will Immerse Consumers
Athletic Event-Timed Tech Campaigns
TCL Ran a Comprehensive Ad Campaign During the Olympics
Experiential Flavor Campaigns
McCormick Launches a Multi-Sensory Black Currant Dining Experience
Ice Shortage-Tackling Brand Campaigns
VEVOR Debuts the Free Ice for Game Nights Activation
Elemental Retail Spaces
Goldwin Creates a Multi-Sensory Retail Environment in New York City
Brand-Creator Matchmaking Events
Dhar Mann Studios & Brand Innovators Hosted a Speed Dating Event
In-Person Creativity Cafe Campaigns
The Made in Starbucks Campaign Spotlights Customer Creativity
Experiential Loyalty Programs
Lowe's and Live Nation Reward Members with Concert Perks
Customized Restaurant Campaign Platforms
OpenTable Has Launched OpenTable Media
Region-Specific Pizza Campaigns
Emmy Squared Pizza Launches Regionally Inspired Pizzas in the US
Immersive Designer-Led Activations
Kohler House Party Reframes Renovation as Social & Inspiring
Experience-Driven Photo Booths
Future Flicks Introduced an AI Photo Booth Feature
Subway Cabin Makeovers
British Airways NYC Subway Turns Commute into an In-Flight Experience
Gamified Discount Events
Build-A-Bear Uses Mystery Offers to Drive Engagement
Soccer-Themed Entertainment Events
Sky Zone Turns Global Soccer Excitement into Active Play
Sporting Event-Focused Experiences
Dave & Buster's Spotlights the Big Game Ticketed Experience
Fan Culture Activations
StubHub Launched Its World Cup Cuts a Multi-City Barbershop Campaign
Gamified Destination Tourism
Connecticut Launches Rewards Platform for Local Exploration
Food Delivery Football Campaigns
The Deliveroo Football Just Got Even Better Campaign is Immersive
Protein Cheese Activations
Armstrong Cheese Celebrated its Protein Offerings with a Fridge Pop-Up
Spicy Spread Campaigns
Philadelphia Mexican Style Launched with Creator-Led Marketing
Glitching Movie-Inspired Banking Billboards
This BMO Billboard Brings a Film Detail to Life
Immersive DIY Events
DIY CON Brings Hands-On Workshops and Creator-Led Experiences
Interactive Game Advertisements
Samsung Ads GameBreaks Encourage Deeper Engagement
Franchise Commerce Marketing
poppi Connects Retail Products with Love Island Experiences
Fantasy World Theme Parks
Disney Builds Real-Life Arendelle with World of Frozen
IP Theme Parks
iQIYI Brings Its Streaming IP into Immersive Real-World Theme Park Experiences
Participatory Brand Platforms
Crown Royal Builds a Community-Driven Cultural Platform
Whimsical Desk Rituals
Starbucks Created a Small, Celebratory Post-CNY Activation
Humanoid Robot Activations
AGIBOT X2 Made Its Cultural Debut at the Cannes Film Festival
Immersive K-Culture Expos
K-EXPO USA Combines K-Pop, Food and Lifestyle Experiences
Pop-Up Mini Malls
The Disney+ Hulu Throwbacks Mini Mall Revisits 90s & Y2K Classics
Urban Activewear Activations
The Merrell Get Outside Activation Took Over Union Square
City-Focused Influencer Platforms
Storytime Launches Storytime Marketplace in Cities
Social-to-Outdoor Campaigns
Tribesigns Extends TikTok's Super Wish Campaign to Times Square
Creator-Led Beauty Commerce
Amazon India Combines Creator Content and Beauty Shopping
Cinematic Superhero Meal Campaigns
Batchelors and Sony Pictures Partnered to Celebrate Spider-Man
Interactive Streaming Ads
Spotify Turns Listening into Engagement with Carousel Ads
Ad-Friendly Vertical Video Feeds
Instacart Debuts the Immersive Feed Feature on Its Platform
Mobile Creator Experiences
Nikon Connects Creators Through Interactive Multi-City Events
Seasonal Reservation Street Installations
Uber UK Launches 'Reserve' by Mother
Retail Beverage Experiences
The Paper Store Uses Custom Drink Stations to Boost Engagement
Snack Bar-Promoting Experiential Campaigns
Einstein Energy Super Snack Bars Ran a Campaign at SXSW
Omnichannel Seasonal Support Campaigns
Bestway Wholesale Launches 'Buzz About the Sweetest Deals'
Video-Based Mystery Shopping Technologies
Blaze Pizza Partners with Reality Based Group
Phygital Loyalty Experiences
Lush Links App Rewards to In-Store Events and Services
Experiential Trade Shows
Wines Experience Reinvents Industry Networking in London
Local Restaurant Activations
Pepsi Hosts Community Events to Drive Restaurant Discovery
Interactive Travel Publications
Destination Niagara Combines Storytelling with Trip Planning
Multi-Sensory Fashion Flagships
Réalisation Par's Mount Street Flagship Has a Novel Martini Phone
Vacation Mode Activations
San Miguel's Holiday Mirror Transforms Passersby with AR
Marketplace Showrooms
StockX Combines Shopping, Seller Services and Community Events in New York
Kebab-Inspired Restaurant Totems
KFC Calls Attention to Its New Döner Menu via its Totems
Destination-Branded Transportation
Themed Taxis Promote Scottish Travel During Major Soccer Events
Event-Centric Camping Experiences
Huttopia Hosts World Cup Viewing and Activities at Its Campsites
Virtual City Explorers
Citywalki Offers Immersive Virtual Experiences In Over 140 Cities
IP-Driven Attraction Reimagining
Disney Refreshes Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster With The Muppets
Experiential Brand Roles
Lagunitas Recruits a Beer Roadie for the Iron Maiden Tour
Accessibility-Focused Drone Light Shows
Westfield London Marked Purple Tuesday with a Light Show
Updated Cinema Makeovers
Lotte Cinema Suwon's Renovation Channels a 'Boundless Wonder-Verse'
Regional Authenticity Dining
Marco’s Pizza Introduced a New York–Style Pizza Experience
Immersive Nighttime Theme Parks
SeaWorld Combines Concerts, Drone Displays and Live Entertainment
Interactive Fast-Casual Dining
Pepper Lunch Expands Its Sizzling DIY Dining Concept
Social Entertainment Apps
BuzzWheel Turns Group Gatherings Into Interactive Challenge Experiences
Community Fashion Events
Free People Hosts a Charitable Summer Gathering with Film and Activities
Stadium Fan Festivals
FIFA Turns the LA Coliseum into a Multi-Day Fan Experience Hub
Immersive Narrative Tourism
EF Ultimate Break Turns Ashridge House Into a Live Murder Mystery Game
Interactive Cinematic Attractions
Disney Expanded Star Wars Storytelling Across Theme Parks
Retail Conversation Marketing Campaigns
Tesco Launches 'Need Anything From Tesco' Platform
Franchise Expansion Attractions
Miral and Warner Bros. World Add New DC-Themed Ride Experiences