Festivals & Fan Cons
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B-to-C EventsEmotes, Ballers and Pickaxes: Our Editor Glides into the Fortnite World Cup
It’s no secret that Gen Xers like myself, who never quite took to the video game world as a kid, require a tutorial or two (or 10) detailing the inner workings of the myriad esports titles captivating younger generations today. So, when it came time to cover the first-ever Fortnite World Cup at Arthur Ashe […]
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B-to-C EventsWe Geeked Out Over These Comic-Con Fan Activations
Comic-Con International: San Diego has come a long way since its humble beginnings in 1970, evolving from a small comic book convention to the ultimate destination for pop culture superfans—and the brands vying for their attention. From immersive exhibits within the San Diego Convention Center, to free outdoor activations available to badge-holders and the public […]
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B-to-C EventsBetting on the Farm: The Best of Bonnaroo 2019
We returned to the Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival in search of fresh sponsors, experiences and ‘happy’ consumers.
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B-to-C EventsCharles Smith Wines at L.A. Pride: Drumlines, Drag Queens and a Double-Decker
This year’s L.A. Pride Parade featured plenty of big-name sponsors, but few matched the multi-faceted campaign delivered by Washington-based Charles Smith Wines. The brand went far beyond banners and logos, unleashing a double-decker bus that doubled as a parade float, photo ops, giveaways and surprise performances, all geared towards celebrating and advocating for the LGBTQ […]
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B-to-C Events50 Years of Progress: How Brands Commemorated Pride Month
When we think about Pride Month today, visions of parades, rainbows and celebratory events often come to mind. It’s hard to believe that just a few decades ago, discrimination against the LGBTQ community was rampant and police raids at LGBTQ hangouts were widespread. But in June of 1969, when New York City police raided the […]