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Natalie Fear

This failed Barbie themed event just gave me Wonka experience flashbacks

Barbie Dream Fest logo.

If there's one thing the internet loves, it's a failed event. From DashCon to Willy's Chocolate Experience, nothing unifies more than a bit of catastrophic planning and some deflated expectations – and now we have another to add to the list.

Barbie's Dream Fest was meant to be a Florida-based convention for Barbie superfans of all ages. With tickets up to $450, it's safe to say there were high hopes, but soon dreams became dashed as fans realised they'd entered a nightmare. Turns out, slapping the Barbie logo and some pink stuff in an empty warehouse doesn't quite capture the spirit of Barbieland.

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