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Barbie Dream Fest in Florida to Issue Refunds After Fan Complaints
Organisers are refunding all tickets after attendees criticized the Florida event for minimal attractions and experiences aimed mostly at children, despite high adult ticket prices.
- Following widespread attendee complaints, organizer Mischief Management announced on Monday it will issue full refunds to all ticket holders for the Barbie Dream Fest held in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
- Promotional materials had promised immersive experiences at the Broward County Convention Center, but attendees instead encountered sparse decorations and a 10-foot-tall cardboard cutout serving as the interactive Barbie Dream House.
- Fans who paid up to $450 for the Dream Pass reported additional disappointments, including a silent, kids-only roller rink and a broken bike course that left attendees frustrated.
- Mattel, which licensed the Barbie brand to organizers, stated it is working with Mischief Management to process attendee feedback and ensure refunds reach all ticket purchasers.
- Online critics compared the festival to the Fyre Festival and the viral Willy Wonka-themed event in Glasgow, though some Barbie fans expressed hope for a successful event next year.
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