BONITA SPRINGS, Fla. - TelAve -- Wonder Gardens is hosting its annual Wine & Wonder event on Friday, Dec. 12 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Guests are invited to sip, stroll and savor a curated selection of fine wines from local and international vineyards while encountering friendly animal ambassadors on their journey through the gardens.

The wine-tasting event offers samples of wine, non-alcoholic beverages and features a beer stand hosted by local brewery, the Chubby Mermaid. All guests can enjoy charcuterie "cones" with their ticket purchase, and food trucks will also be onsite with food for purchase.

Guests will receive 8 tickets to enjoy 2-ounce pours of each wine, or the opportunity to use tickets for a 4-ounce or 6-ounce glass of wine. VIP tickets are also available and include 10 tasting tickets, a commemorative wine glass and early entrance to the event at 5:30 p.m.

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All proceeds from the fundraiser will support the Wonder Gardens mission and its master plan renovations.

Tickets are $60 for Wonder Gardens members and $65 for the general public, and VIP tickets are $75 for members and $80 for the general public. This is an alcohol-focused event, so all guests must be of legal drinking age and present an ID for entry. To purchase tickets, visit WonderGardens.org/WineWonder/.

About Wonder Gardens

The Wonder Gardens in Bonita Springs is a nonprofit zoological park and botanical garden established in 1936 that exudes old Florida charm. It serves as a refuge for rescued and non-releasable birds and reptiles. With general admission, guests are invited to explore the lush 3.5-acre landscape and encounter lorikeets, tortoises, alligators, flamingos and more. For more information, visit WonderGardens.org or call 239-992-2591.