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The Guardian - World News

The Guardian - World News

Title Barbie Dream Fest: why did the ‘ultimate fan event’ leave visitors fuming? Source The Guardian - World News
Description

Devotees who paid $450 for a fun-filled “experience” in Florida last weekend were met with a concrete-floored warehouse and a $1 Barbie-branded hand sanitiser. Could this top the notorious Willy Wonka Experience?

Name: Barbie Dream Fest.

Age: Barbie has been around since 1959, so technically of pensionable age, even if she doesn’t look it. Barbie Dream Fest took place last weekend, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

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Link https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2026/mar/30/barbie-dream-fest-why-did-the-ultimate-fan-event-leave-visitors-fuming Published At 2026-03-30 10:55:41 (1 day ago)
Created At 2026-03-30 11:14:35 Updated At 2026-03-30 11:14:35