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# Specialty Nightclub
Temporary nightclub experiences are designed with specific purposes in mind.

By [Mishal Omar](https://www.trendhunter.com/MishalO) | Published Apr 18, 2018 | Category: [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/modern-art-and-design-trends)
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/specialty-nightclub

## Key Figures

- Trend score: 5.2/10
- Evidence articles: 4

## What is the Specialty Nightclub trend?

**Specialty Nightclub:** The traditional nightclub environment has been metamorphosed by non-nightclub related brands to suit their marketing or purpose-based needs. The use of nightclubs as spaces that are simultaneously engaging and educational gives consumers interactive brand experiences that strengthen loyalty.

## At a Glance

- Evidence: 4 featured examples
- Articles from: Sep 27, 2016 to Apr 18, 2018
- Published: Apr 18, 2018
- Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence), [Redirection](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/redirection)
- Megatrends: [Hybridization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/hybridization), [Tribalism](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/tribalism), [Experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/experience)

## Audience

- Gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

## Themes within the Specialty Nightclub trend

### Non-Traditional Nightclub Environments

Brands are transforming traditional nightclubs into spaces that serve their marketing or purpose-based needs.

### Activist Dance Parties

Activists and citizens are organizing dance parties to promote love, freedom, and justice, and to make political statements.

### Mobile Nightclub Installations

Installations and vehicles that can turn any space into a nightclub and offer unique experiences are gaining popularity.

## What the Specialty Nightclub trend means for industry

### For Marketing and Advertising

Non-traditional nightclub environments serve as experiential marketing opportunities for brands.

### For Activism and Social Justice

Activist dance parties provide a platform for promoting social justice and political action while celebrating diversity and love.

### For Entertainment and Events

Mobile nightclub installations offer unique experiences and can be used to attract and engage audiences at events and fairs.

## Workshop question

Conceptualize a pop-up nightclub space that your brand could create that would embody its offerings and values.

## Trend signals for Specialty Nightclub

Trend score 5.2 out of 10, from popularity 74%, activity 73%, freshness 8%.

- Popularity: 74%
- Activity: 73%
- Freshness: 8%

## Examples of the Specialty Nightclub trend

4 featured examples from Sep 27, 2016 to Apr 18, 2018.

- [Inflatable Nightclubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blowup-building): This Blow-Up Building Was Made for the Federation of Swiss Architects' Party (Category: Art & Design)
  Implication: Event planners can use inflatable architecture to create a visually-stunning framework for events and parties.
- [Electric Vehicle Nightclub Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-mobile-disco): The Smart Mobile Disco Captured Guests' Attention (Category: Autos)
  Implication: Opportunity for automotive companies to provide customizable and unique transportation options, such as electric vehicle transformations for events.
- [Gay Rights Dance Parties](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/werk-for-peace): 'WERK for Peace' Planned a Glitter-Heavy Party to Show Their Pride (Category: Pop Culture)
  Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Event planners can specialize in organizing activist dance parties, providing a platform for marginalized communities to come together and voice…
- [Dutch-Focused Olympic Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holland-heineken-house): The Holland Heineken House Celebrated Dutch Athletes in Pyeongchang (Category: Lifestyle)
  Implication: Hospitality companies can take advantage of creating authentic cultural experiences for their customers, especially during large events.

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