# Celeb-Studded Virtual Camps Camp by Walmart Shares an Interactive & Virtual Experience for Kids By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2020-07-04 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/camp-by-walmart References: [businesswire](https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20200701005906/en) & [corporate.walmart](http://www.corporate.walmart.com) Although kids can't look forward to roasting marshmallows or fun activities at summer camp, [Walmart](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digital-shopping-experience) is partnering with CAMP and a group of celebrities to bring entertainment right into family homes with Camp by Walmart. Powered by the interactive video platform eko, Camp by Walmart introduces Drew Barrymore, Neil Patrick Harris, LeBron James and more as camp counselors who will lead kids through a day of activities. Kids will be able to enjoy all of their favorite summer camp activities from home, including everything from arts and crafts to fitness. On the Walmart app, 50 Camp by Walmart activities are being offered for free, including The Great Family Challenge, which encourages family bonding and the Skills Camp talent show hosted by Idina Menzel. Image Credit: Walmart ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 48% | Activity: 63% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Celebs](https://www.trendhunter.com/celebs) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Virtual Camps:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop interactive virtual camp experiences that bring entertainment and activities directly to kids' homes. - **Interactive Video Platforms:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create interactive video platforms that enable immersive and engaging experiences for users. - **Celebrity Partnerships:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with celebrities to enhance brand experiences and engage with a wider audience. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Retail:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore partnerships with brands or influencers to create unique virtual experiences for customers. - **Entertainment:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop interactive platforms or applications that allow celebrities to directly interact with their fans and offer personalized experiences. - **Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create advanced technology solutions, such as virtual reality or augmented reality, to enhance virtual camp experiences and offer a more immersive environment. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Virtual Summer Camps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/camp-little-bites.md) - [Digital Celeb Shopping Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digital-shopping-experience.md) - [Sleepaway Camp Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/happy-campers-kit.md) - [Influencer-Led Virtual Shops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/walmart-realm-1.md) - [Imaginative Shopping Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/walmart-realm.md) - [Family-Friendly Summer Camps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/family-summer-camp.md) - [Oceanic Family Activity Programs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/camp-at-sea-program.md) - [Fun-Filled Toy Metaverses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/walmart-land.md) - [Dog Enrichment Camps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/summer-camp-for-dogs.md)