Trusted by 500+ CPG Brands

Sample at XL Event Lab with Recess

Reach 3.9M++ fairgoers across 52 XL Event Lab locations nationwide. Turnkey sampling activations with measurable retail attribution—powered by shopper data from Walmart, Kroger, and 6,000+ top retailers.

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XL Event Lab product sampling
195.4K+
Samples at XL Event Lab
3.9M+
Consumer Reach
52
XL Event Lab Locations
100%+
Avg Engagement Rate

Trusted by Leading Brands

Liquid I.V.
Red Bull
Clif Bar
KIND
Kraft Heinz
Anheuser-Busch
La Croix
GT's Kombucha

Reach Consumers Where They Enjoy

XL Event Lab locations deliver engaged fairgoers in premium, brand-safe environments.

Audience

Reach fairgoers during . XL Event Lab's 3.9M++ fairgoers are —making them ideal for brands in .

Premium Brand Environment

XL Event Lab is a trusted destination for fairgoers. Your brand appears alongside a curated experience, not in a cluttered retail aisle.

Retailer Shopper Targeting

Target XL Event Lab locations with the highest index of Walmart, Kroger, Target, or your priority retail shoppers. We use retailer data to match your brand with XL Event Lab locations most likely to drive sales at your target stores.

Turnkey at Scale

Activate 52 XL Event Lab locations with a single campaign. We handle fulfillment, coordination with XL Event Lab teams, and execution—you just approve and ship product.

Omnichannel Amplification

Every activation includes digital touchpoints through XL Event Lab's member communications—email, app notifications, and social. Extend your reach beyond the fair walls.

Measurable Retail Impact

Attribute XL Event Lab sampling directly to retail sales. Our reporting connects each activation to purchase behavior at your priority retailers.

How It Works

Launch your first sampling campaign in days, not months.

1

Target XL Event Lab Locations

Use geo-targeting and retailer data to identify which XL Event Lab locations have the highest concentration of your target shoppers.

2

Launch Your Campaign

We coordinate directly with XL Event Lab HQ and local teams. Products ship to your selected locations, and XL Event Lab staff execute the activation.

3

Measure Retail Impact

Track brand awareness, purchase intent, and sales lift at your priority retailers. See exactly how XL Event Lab sampling drives revenue.

What Brands Are Saying

Real feedback from brands that have activated at XL Event Lab locations

Working with XL Event Lab to host a beverage sampling activation was fantastic. We saw a 40% spike in overall store traffic that weekend, and our regular customers appreciated the chance to discover new products while shopping. The brand partner was professional and their setup didn't disrupt our normal operations at all.

HA

Harvest Moon Community Market

Brand Partner

We've hosted three product sampling events through XL Event Lab now, and each one has strengthened our reputation as a hub for experiential marketing. The brands we work with are quality-focused, the logistics are seamless, and our venue staff loves the energy these activations bring. Highly recommend to any venue owner looking to diversify revenue streams.

SK

Skyline Rooftop Events Space

Brand Partner

The snack brand activation we hosted brought in a totally different crowd than we usually see on weekends. Not only did we make money on venue rental, but those visitors spent time browsing our plants and several came back the following week. It felt like a genuine win-win for everyone involved.

TH

The Greenhouse Urban Garden Center

Brand Partner

Frequently Asked Questions

How does pricing work?
You pay a flat cost per sample distributed. Pricing varies by venue type, geography, and campaign size. There are no hidden fees, no platform costs, and no long-term commitments required. We provide a detailed proposal before any campaign begins.
What kind of venues can I target?
Recess works with 10,000+ venues across dozens of categories including fitness studios, yoga studios, gyms, coworking spaces, salons, spas, hotels, and more. You can filter by venue type, location, audience demographics, and traffic volume to find the perfect match for your brand.
How do I track results and measure ROI?
Every campaign includes a real-time dashboard showing samples distributed, venue locations, photo recaps, and consumer feedback. After each campaign, you receive a detailed report with engagement metrics, geographic reach, and venue-level performance data to measure impact.
What is the minimum order for a campaign?
There is no strict minimum, but we recommend starting with at least 500 samples to generate meaningful data across multiple venues. Most brands start with a pilot in one or two markets and scale from there based on results.