10 Proven Ways to Drive More Foot Traffic to Your Store in 2025
10 Proven Ways to Drive More Foot Traffic to Your Store in 2025
Foot traffic is the heartbeat of any local business. In 2025, attracting it means more than just opening your doors — it's about creating reasons for people to choose you over dozens of other options.
Here are ten strategies that will help you bring in more customers, keep them engaged, and turn them into loyal regulars.
1. Create Experiences People Want to Attend
From a latte art class at a café to a styling workshop at a boutique — hosting micro-events makes your store more than just a place to buy things.
The Impact
Events tap into curiosity and community spirit, often attracting new customers who later become regulars.
Pro Move
Keep events short (2–3 hours) and promote them where your local customers hang out — think WhatsApp groups, Instagram stories, and local Facebook communities.
Hubb in Action
List your event in the Hubb app so nearby shoppers looking for something to do see your store first.
2. Offer Rewards Only for Walk-Ins
Give customers a reason to step through your door — whether it's an exclusive menu item, early access to a new product line, or a limited-time combo.
Avoid This
Tiny perks like "free pen with purchase" won't motivate people. Aim for something they'd actually talk about.
Hubb in Action
Run an "in-store only" reward campaign where customers earn double points for purchases made that day.
3. Be Part of a Bigger Rewards Network
Your loyalty program shouldn't live in a bubble. When customers can earn and redeem points across multiple businesses, everyone benefits.
The Impact
You instantly tap into the customer bases of other stores without spending on ads.
Pro Move
Find complementary partners — like a salon, spa, and clothing boutique — for maximum cross-over.
Hubb in Action
Hubb connects you to a shared rewards ecosystem so your store gets discovered by shoppers from across the network.
4. Make Your Store Photo-Worthy
The more shareable your space is, the more free marketing you get. Think vibrant walls, cozy seating corners, or unique displays.
Avoid This
Overcrowding your space with too many props can kill the aesthetic.
Hubb in Action
When customers tag your location on Hubb, their photos link directly to your store profile.
5. Turn Visits into Fun Challenges
Gamify the shopping experience — "Come 3 times this week for bonus points" or "Earn rewards for weekday visits."
The Impact
Challenges give customers a reason to return sooner and more often.
Pro Move
Run challenges during your slowest hours to spread traffic throughout the week.
Hubb in Action
Set up challenges in your merchant dashboard — Hubb automatically tracks visits and handles the points.
6. Team Up with Your Neighbours
Collaboration beats competition. Partner with nearby businesses to create joint promotions or themed shopping days.
The Impact
Both businesses double exposure and share the cost of promotion.
Hubb in Action
Feature both offers together inside Hubb so customers see them as a package.
7. Send Offers When Customers Are Nearby
Right place, right time. Use location-based promotions to catch people when they're within walking distance.
Avoid This
Blasting the whole city with generic offers. Keep it hyper-local for relevance.
Hubb in Action
Hubb sends notifications to shoppers as soon as they're close to your store.
8. Keep the Relationship Going After the Sale
A purchase is just the start. Collect customer details (with permission) and use them for personalised offers and updates.
Pro Move
Birthday specials are a great way to delight customers and bring them back.
Hubb in Action
Hubb automatically saves purchase history so you can send targeted offers without extra work.
9. Reward Word-of-Mouth Marketing
Happy customers are your best promoters. Give them an incentive to bring their friends.
Avoid This
A token discount won't inspire much action. Make the reward meaningful for both sides.
Hubb in Action
Track referrals inside Hubb — rewards are given instantly when a referred customer makes their first purchase.
10. Let Data Guide Your Next Move
Guesswork is expensive. Use data to find your busiest days, your most loyal customers, and your top-selling items.
Pro Move
Check your numbers weekly — quick tweaks lead to faster results than yearly overhauls.
Hubb in Action
Your Hubb dashboard shows real-time insights so you can double down on what's working.
The Bottom Line
In 2025, boosting foot traffic is about smart, targeted actions — not luck. Give people a reason to visit, reward them when they do, and keep finding ways to bring them back.
With Hubb, you get everything in one place — discovery, rewards, targeted offers, and analytics — so your strategies actually stick.
Ready to see Hubb work for your store? Let's discuss how we can help transform your business.
📲 Ready to See Hubb Work for Your Store?
Let's discuss how we can help transform your business with smart foot traffic strategies