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Germany

With Riton & Jung von Matt: Lidl opens a pop-up travel agency for its latest croissant creation

Brand: Lidl

Campaign: Pop-up Travel Agency for Croissant Creation

Source: https://www.horizont.net/marketing/nachrichten/mit-riton–jung-von-matt-lidl-eroeffnet-fuer-juengste-croissant-kreation-jetzt-ein-pop-up-reisebuero-236222

Goal: Promote a new croissant product

Summary: Lidl, in collaboration with the agency Jung von Matt, has opened a pop-up travel agency to celebrate the launch of their newest croissant creation, aiming to attract young customers.

Canada

Dairy Farmers of Ontario makes milk an all-day affair with Gen Z pop-up

Brand: Dairy Farmers of Ontario

Campaign: MilkUp

Source: https://strategyonline.ca/2026/09/28/dfo-cafe-milk-oclock/

Goal: To position milk as a constant in Gen Z's daily lives

Summary: Dairy Farmers of Ontario launched a Toronto pop-up experience aimed at making milk a part of Gen Z's everyday life.

Gen Z milk pop-up

Finland

Tattoo on the Sleeve from Weekend Shopping Trip – Turku Citymarket and Espoo’s Lemonade Maker Bring Tattoo Studio into the Midst of Grocery Shopping

Brand: Ohakune

Campaign: Ohakune Street Pop Up

Source: https://www.markkinointiuutiset.fi/artikkelit/wanhan-liiton-tatuointi-hihaan-viikonlopun-kauppareissulta—turkulainen-citymarket-ja-espoolainen-limonadivalmistaja-tuovat-tatuointistudion-keskelle-ruokaostoksia

Goal: Create a unique shopping experience

Claim: Unexpected experiences during shopping

Media: Instagram

Summary: Lemonade manufacturer Ohakune is creating a three-day Street Pop Up event at K-Citymarket Kupittaa in Turku, featuring tattoo artist Tim Kiukas who will provide free handpoke tattoos to customers. The pop-up aims to offer an experience that stands out during regular shopping trips, with tattoos symbolizing spontaneous decisions that create lasting stories. Customers can participate in a lottery for tattoos and enjoy various interactive elements in the pop-up space.

pop-up shopping experience tattoo

Kewpie Mayonnaise hosts pop-up in Covent Garden

Brand: Kewpie

Campaign: Pop-up experience in Covent Garden

Source: https://www.campaignlive.co.uk/article/kewpie-mayonnaise-hosts-pop-up-covent-garden/1967794

Goal: To create an engaging customer experience

Summary: Kewpie Mayonnaise has launched a pop-up experience in Covent Garden, designed and executed by the agency Backlash.

Covent Garden Kewpie pop-up

United Kingdom

KFC partners La Vieille Ferme for wine bar pop-up

Brand: KFC

Campaign: wine bar pop-up

Source: https://www.campaignlive.co.uk/article/kfc-partners-la-vieille-ferme-wine-bar-pop-up/1967398

Goal: Create a unique dining experience

Summary: KFC is partnering with La Vieille Ferme to host a wine bar pop-up experience over the August bank holiday, offering customers a unique blend of their famous chicken and wine.

KFC La Vieille Ferme pop-up wine bar

United States

Peroni Nastro Azzurro Brings Florence’s ‘Wine Holes’ to the United States

Brand: Peroni Nastro Azzurro

Campaign: Peroni Portals

Source: https://brand-news.it/brand/alimentari/beverage/peroni-nastro-azzurro-porta-negli-stati-uniti-le-buchette-del-vino-fiorentine/

Goal: Promote Italian aperitivo culture

Claim: Experience the culture of aperitivo with Peroni

Media: Pop-up events

Summary: Peroni Nastro Azzurro is launching a pop-up campaign in the United States inspired by the historic 'buchette del vino' from Florence, promoting a relaxed Italian aperitivo culture with friends. The activation starts in New York on July 24, featuring chef Giada De Laurentiis and will expand to other US cities, inviting consumers to enjoy a cold Peroni alongside a special focaccia.

aperitivo Beer Italian culture pop-up