April Fool’s Day round-up

April 5, 2019

We bloomin’ love April Fools Day! It’s a fun chance for brands to get fun and a bit naughty. And what better place to shout about it than social? Here’s a round-up of some of our faves from this week.

Mission Foods announced the launch of Tablecloth MEGA wraps

Princess Cruises shared a familiar constellation that appeared in the night sky

McDonald’s announced milkshake sauce pots

Cats Protection announced their feline-themed adventure park

Starbucks UK launched its newest, tiniest coffee size ☕️

LEGO launched its Find-My-Brick app! We’re sure the big kids out there would have loved this

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