The Brief: Frozen Lotion and Chainsaw-sliced Sandwiches

FIVE THINGS TO KNOW THIS WEEK This week’s hot takes on hot topics in experiential marketing cover frozen lotion, soccer jugglers and chainsaw-sliced sandwiches.   MATTEL TAKES A GAMBLE WITH AN ADULT GAMING POP-UP IN VEGAS When Mattel announced last month that it would be introducing “UNO Social Clubs” around the U.S., the brand couldn’t … Read more

Experiential Trend of the Week: Diner Digs

They’re low-key, open long hours, and retro as heck, and as brands have figured out, they’re offering a full menu of engagement opportunities that invite audiences to grab a booth and settle in. Yes, we’re talking diners, and all the ways brands are harnessing the aesthetic. Diner experiences caught the attention of the editors of … Read more

Watch: The Brief, Live! June 2025 News and Trends Commentary

Event Marketer’s Rachel Boucher, head of content; Kait Shea, senior editor and manager-digital, and Juanita Chavarro Arias, managing editor, recap and provide commentary on some of the top experiential stories, ideas, and trends of the month. Think: Summer vibes, sponsorship irony, ballroom inspiration, global exhibitions, and more. New episodes drop monthly.   Subscribe to The … Read more

The Brief: Furby Clubs and Drip Lounges

FIVE THINGS TO KNOW THIS WEEK This week’s hot takes on hot topics in experiential marketing cover Club Furby, Shaq’s Drip Lounge and a National Pink Day pop-up.   HASBRO BRINGS ITS DJ FURBY TOY TO LIFE WITH A CLUB ON THE PIER We hear the Furby is making a comeback, but not in the way … Read more

Event Tattoos

You love your favorite brand, but do you love your favorite brand enough to tattoo it on your body… forever? For some event attendees, the answer is a “heck yes!” as they belly up to the tattoo chair and get some fresh ink representing their favorite brands and experiences. According to Trendhunter, hotel-friendly tattoo pop-ups, … Read more

The 2025 Fab 50: Recognizing the Event Industry’s Top Builders

The Best Exhibit and Event Fabricators Serving the Experiential Marketing Industry Whenever a market force swings in, trade show and event builders are often the first to feel it. As the layers of the foundation of the brand experience, it is their expertise, their creative vision and, ultimately, their ingenuity that can harness and stand … Read more

2025 Fab 50 Partner Showcase: Portraits, Perspectives, Case Studies and an Exhibit Roundtable

TOP BUILDERS SHARE SUCCESS STORIES, INSIDER PERSPECTIVES AND THE KEYS TO THEIR CRAFTSMANSHIP The best fabricators in the biz don’t just build; they craft. They engineer environments that evoke emotion and reframe brand perceptions. Their dedication to sustainability never compromises their artistry. They balance meticulous details with tight timelines. And in today’s climate, they cut … Read more

2025 Fab 50: Sparks Case Study

CAMPAIGN: NCR Voyix @ NRF 2024 CLIENT: NCR Voyix FABRICATOR: Sparks A Powerful Debut: NCR Voyix Captivates at NRF At NRF, NCR Voyix sought to create a customer journey that accurately reflected its evolving products, services, and brand messaging. Sparks executed a dramatic brand launch within a 70’ x 70’ space designed to immerse attendees … Read more

May 2025: The Brief, Live! News and Trends Commentary

A Monthly Editorial Video Recap: It’s The Brief, Live! Watch as Event Marketer’s Rachel Boucher, head of content; Kait Shea, senior editor and manager-digital, and Juanita Chavarro Arias, managing editor, recap and provide commentary on some of the top experiential stories, ideas, and trends of the month. Think: Nostalgia plays, stigma-busting campaigns, fourth spaces, and … Read more

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