Join us on the Bolger Campiello for live music and dancing. *Due to the popularity of Ringling by the Bay we encourage you to purchase your tickets well in advance for all of the dates that you would like to attend.*
The Ringling and all its venues be closed on New Years Day, January 1. We will re-open on January 2. Happy New Year!
Join us for a tour of the “living collections” of the grounds and gardens. This walking tour will introduce you to some of the key botanical specimens at The Ringling while providing a historic overview of the development of the property. This is a great way to learn about the local flora.
This two part workshop includes a classroom session where we learn about fertilizers and their use in the landscape, followed by an outdoor session where we learn how to properly apply fertilizers to our own landscapes.
Learn how to prepare a garden, plant, prune, fertilize, water, and care for roses in the Florida climate. Karen Smith, the curator of Mable Ringling’s rose garden, will walk you through everything you need to know to add roses to your southern garden.
In this hands-on workshop you will learn the art of making a Kokedama moss ball. This indoor garden can be hung or placed in a decorative dish. Join us and use your imagination to create your own living master piece.
The perception of odors - our sense of smell - is mediated by the olfactory nerve in the brain. Humans can discriminate at least 1 trillion olfactory stimuli. A favorable scent can boost your mood or stir up old memories. Come join us to discuss and take an olfactory tour of the wide range of fragrances on our grounds.
Stroll The Ringling estate, taste fine wine and delight in delicious food pairings and entertainment. The annual Wine Walk to Ca’ d’Zan is a self-guided wine tasting tour along the drive to John and Mable Ringling’s historic mansion overlooking Sarasota Bay.
Join us for this floral affair celebrating the legacy of Mable's beloved rose garden. Surrounded by blooming roses, you will enjoy musical entertainment, mimosas and a variety of foods as you stroll the gardens.