surprise wedding proposal ideas

I love watching romantic movies. I especially look for scenes with proposals because I love the sweet gestures, the romanticism behind it, and most especially, the element of surprise. BUT, and it’s a big BUT, I don’t like big, fancy, and over-the-top proposals with flash mobs, and what-not. I have nothing against people who do it, again, it is your choice, whatever you want to do, is what you do. Don’t listen to me LOL. This is just a personal preference. I want something something simple, and intimate.

My all time favorite movie proposal is the one in My Big Fat Greek Wedding, where Nia Vardalos and John Corbett where cuddling in the bed, just talking, and all of a sudden, he pulls out a ring and asks her to marry him. Of course, she excitedly says yes. It was so realistic, so simple and yet really touched my heart. I felt tears forming around my eye. I was just so happy for both of them, like they were my friends and it’s real life, and not a movie.

Here are some surprise wedding proposal ideas:

JUST THE TWO OF YOU

If you are both outdoorsy, plan another hike or run, take your partner to a place you both haven’t hiked to before, and when you get to the top, or reach the end of the trail, tell him/her you are getting something from your hydra pack or backpack or whatever you brought, and get down on your knee and propose. It’s totally unexpected. Yes, you’ll both be sweaty and tired, but it’ll be worth it in the end. Being surrounded by trees and calm surroundings, it’s like nature is the only witness to your proposal.

If you love music and concerts, you can take your partner to his/her favorite band or artist. Save some money so you can afford a backstage pass or a meet and greet ticket. Once you’re there, you can propose. BUT you don’t have to bother the other people who paid for the same tickets by completely stealing the show or taking so long, you can do it quietly after you’re done meeting the artists or watching the show. Maybe in the middle of his/her favorite song? I’m sure he/she’ll be very happy.

Pls don’t do it in the big screen like the ones that happen in the kiss cam during a sporting event. Don’t put your partner on the spot like that. EVER.

If you’re both a foodie, book a private cooking lesson with a chef. Check out the restaurants in your area and find out which ones offer cooking lessons. It doesn’t have to be just the two of you, it can be a group cooking lessons with your friends or even people you don’t know, just let the chef know that you will proposing in the end. I think it’s a cute way to propose.

Another idea if you’re a foodie, is to bring her/him to a Dining in the Dark event. This doesn’t happen in every city, so make sure to find out if you have that in your area. It’s an eat in the dark experience. SO what happens is that they describe everything that they’re going to be serving you, you can’t see it because it’s very dark, so they’re relying on your other senses to really appreciate the food, you know, for its taste, smell and feel. If there is one in your area, call ahead and ask if you can do a proposal there, so they can at least do something for you. Maybe they’ll serve the ring. The only downside is, you won’t see your partner’s reaction right away, but you’ll be able to feel it in her voice. Just make sure to not lose the ring in the dark. LOL.

If you guys love cats or dogs, or any other pet, volunteer on the next pet shelter event together, only if he/she likes doing that. Let the organizers know of your plan beforehand

If you are both travelers, plan another travel to a destination that you both have been dreaming to go to. Pick a place where you guys want to visit in that destination and do it there. Preferably somewhere that is not a tourist trap so there won’t be gazillions of people around you. Pick a spot with no people around, or even just a few people, somewhere that’s a little isolated, but not too isolated that you get lost or get robbed or something like that.

WITH FRIENDS

Have you heard of Sofar Sounds? Google it and check if you have it in your local area . I recently just found out about it thru my friend. It’s basically a secret concert or show that you can buy tickets for. But you won’t know who the artist is or even the location until the day of the event. It’s a surprise for both of you, but, the other surprise would just be for your partner if you’re to propose at the very end. Again, ask the organizer first if you can do this, and then book tickets for you and your friends who are going to be in on it.

Take your partner to a paint night Class. You can do this will all your friends who want to witness the proposal. Book a paint night with wine and cheese. And then maybe ask the teacher to do a picture showing a wedding proposal, and then at the end, you can do the same thing.

If you have friends who are also couples, ask your friend to do a pretend proposal. Make sure your partner knows about it and that that person will be in on it. Include the person you’re proposing to, to all the planning so that he/she’ll think it’s for someone else, and then at the end, it’s actually for him/her.

IF YOU HAVE TIME TO WAIT

This is for when you have a lot of time, patience, and know that you can wait. Wait for a meteor shower forecast or a Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis) schedule. If there is an upcoming event like that in your area, make sure to drive him/her to the best place to view it and once it happens you can propose. Northern lights can also be seen in Iceland so if you really like that, you can go there.

Goodluck proposing! Here’s to your partner saying YES!!