When COVID hit, live experiences were forced to pack up and hibernate a while. Events went virtual, and young Europeans spent the last year tuning into happy hours, concerts, and more via their screens. But while young Europeans aren’t convinced the pandemic is over—and virtual events certainly aren’t going anywhere anytime soon—Gen Z and Millennials are feeling ready to (cautiously) attend join more in-person events. YPulse’s Future of Experience report explores the present and future of in-person and virtual events, young European consumers’ feelings about both, what they want out of the future of experiences, and how brands are successfully connecting with fans / consumers virtually and in-person.
Download the full report for insights on:
- Young people’s current views on the threat of COVID-19
- The rise of virtual events, and the appeals that determine their future popularity
- The preference for in-person events, and what kinds young people are itching to attend
- How brands can best create experiences for consumers through events and in-store
Report length: 40 pages
Based on a survey of 1300 13-39-year-olds in the U.K., Italy, France, Spain, and Germany, fielded July 2021
Additional survey content for Pro users: What would make young consumers more likely to purchase in-store, how many 13-39-year-olds have purchased a limited release / special edition brand item and why, and what young people are doing in their free time for pleasure.
