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Unique Holiday Marriage Proposal Ideas

• November 30, 2018
• by Natasha Burton

It’s no secret that the holidays are the most popular time to get engaged—and for good reason. This time of year is already festive and romantic, plus with many people visiting family and friends during the season, popping the question now gives newly engaged couples a chance to share the happy news and celebrate with loved ones in person.

To make your proposal extra special, here are some fun ideas to consider that really complement the spirit of the holiday season.

Book a Carriage or Trolley Ride
Depending on the offerings in your city, you could pop the question on a carriage or trolley ride through your town. These trips usually include tours of local Christmas lights, making the moment extra magical. You could even consider picking up friends or family after you propose to join you on your tour and celebrate your just-engaged status.

Hide the Ring at a Christmas Tree Lot
Work with the team at the Christmas tree farm or lot to “hide” the rock on a specific tree. You could wrap it as a present and have someone put it underneath a specific tree right before your arrival, or even tie the ring onto a branch with red ribbon (having a staff member keeping a close watch on the gem, of course). This will make a beloved holiday task even more special and bring back memories of your engagement every time you choose your tree.

Ask the Big Question at Your Place of Worship
If religion plays a big role in your lives, consider popping the question at your church’s Christmas concert (extra brownie points if you break into song in front of the congregation) or during Hanukkah services at your synagogue. Especially if your faith is really important to you, or you’re considering getting hitched in your place of worship, kicking off your engagement where you pray will be really meaningful.

Get Down on One Knee at the Ice Skating Rink
Even if you’re not the most graceful, an ice rink proposal is a really fun, romantic way to ask your partner to marry you. Lace up those skates, do a couple laps and then get to the big question—then, you can grab some hot chocolate after in celebration. (And to warm up!) Make the moment your own by asking the rink manager to play your song during or after your proposal or seeing if you could get some mood lighting for your big moment.

Take Advantage of Your Hometown
If you’re going home for the holidays, you can choose an old place that’s important or notable to you or your relationship—your high school, an ice cream shop you visited on an early date or even your family home—to do the big ask. If you’re tight with your families, use a trip home as a perfect excuse to get everyone together if you want to propose in front of your parents or extended relatives, or throw a dinner or cocktail party for everyone after you’ve asked the question.

And, of course, don’t forget the following five essential engagement tips, no matter when or how you propose:

1. Decide how to capture the moment…or not: Do you want to hire a professional to snap photos of you down on one knee? Or ask a friend to take pictures? Or keep the moment just you two?
2. Choose how public you want the moment to be: If your soon-to-be betrothed is a shyer, more private person, you may want to do the asking at home or in a secluded place, then celebrate afterward with more people or in a public space.
3. Know what you want to say: You don’t need to have a full speech prepared, but have a good idea of how you want to do the asking. If you need to jot down notes, go for it. That way, you’ll be less nervous and tongue-tied when the time comes.
4. Determine how and when to tell family: Know your preferences on this and be ready to chat with your new fiancé about his or her opinions, especially when it comes to social media.
5. Get the ring ready: Be sure that you’ve picked it out and purchased – and it’s polished and secure in a lidded box, ready for asking. Still looking for the perfect symbol of love? Shop engagement rings now.

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Natasha Burton

Relationship expert Natasha Burton is the author of four books: 101 Quizzes for Brides & Grooms, 101 Quizzes for Couples, 101 Quizzes for BFFs, and The Little Black Book of Big Red Flags. When she's not writing, she's likely doing yoga, baking, or watching The Bachelor.

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