If you’re looking for something festive (and free) to do in NYC this weekend, I’ve got a fun suggestion. Winter WONKAland has popped up in the Meatpacking district to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and its like nothing you’ve ever seen before.

Think Disney’s Frozen meets sugary, snow-dusted candies, cotton candy trees, gigantic lollypops and more. As you make your way through the sugary, wintery maze, you’ll find interactive displays that tell stories from the movie, a photo-booth and lots of fun photo-op spots. At the end, guests can try Wonka’s new Peel-a-Pop frozen treats and meet real live Oompa Loompas! Yes, they let them out of the factory but just till Saturday.

We went to the grand opening party yesterday and it was a really fun time.

Where:  22 Little West 12th Street. Its right by the High Line so grab lunch at Bubby’s or Chelsea Market and make a fun day of it.

When: March 16-17 from 10:30 am – 6 pm.

Have a great weekend!

I was not compensated for this post but we did receive a gift bag, breakfast and some really fun treats.  All opinions are my own.