A Willy Wonka-themed event in Scotland that invited guests to “indulge in a chocolate fantasy” turned out to be a sparsely decorated warehouse with nightmarish knock-off characters and limited ...

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Instead, the bizarre Willy Wonka-themed event in Glasgow, Scotland, featured a sparse warehouse filled with low-budget props and drew comparisons with the similarly ill-fated Fyre Festival.

What was billed as an immersive experience seemingly inspired by Willy Wonka movies turned into the Fyre Fest of unofficial movie tie-ins.

AI generated images of a Willy Wonka experience promised a whimsical day for children in Glasgow, Scotland, with an enchanting garden, live performances and character appearances.

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A Willy Wonka-themed event that promised “a day filled with laughter, joy, and the irresistible allure of chocolate” was anything but for attendees.

Its website promised “optical marvels” and “extraordinary props,” but the pricey Willy Wonka-inspired event offered little more than some lemonade and a jelly bean.

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