A marriage proposal is an important moment in any relationship. Asking someone to spend their life together is a big decision. Some make this choice quickly, proposing in the kitchen, others do it over dinner in a restaurant and some take a long time to decide where and when.
Brooklyn has many wonderful places for a romantic date. If you’ve decided on the timing but not the location, our article will help you. We’ve picked the best spots for a romantic proposal and date according to the season. Read more at brooklynka.
Winter
Winter in New York is one of the most beautiful seasons. In the best-case scenario, the streets are beautifully covered in snow. Christmas lights twinkle everywhere. Volunteers collect donations and sing carols at intersections. City Christmas trees are scattered all over the place. This is really how it looks. Everyone knows about the main Christmas spots in the city, but there are also places in Brooklyn where you can feel the holiday spirit. These locations are perfect for a marriage proposal.
Finding Christmas Island in Brooklyn is not easy. It is located in the heart of the neighborhood, in its non-touristy part. The Dyker Heights area is mostly a residential zone in Brooklyn. It borders Bay Ridge, Bensonhurst, Borough Park and Gravesend Bay. This district was established in 1895, originally as a suburban settlement on the site of an old forest. In the 20th century, it was one of the wealthiest areas in the city, chosen by affluent citizens for its safety and charm.
Dyker Heights is an area with a suburban feel. Private homes with several bedrooms, green lawns and white picket fences complemented with silence which is uncommon in a metropolis. Residents of Dyker Heights love to decorate their homes and yards with Christmas lights. Many homeowners cherish Christmas.
If you are planning to propose, you can invite your partner for a walk around the neighborhood. As you stroll between private houses adorned with bright lights and lawns with Santa Clauses, you can kneel on one knee and propose. The idea of walking through Dyker Heights will definitely not raise any suspicions from your partner.
Brooklyn residents are lucky to live near such a place. However, the rest of New Yorkers will have to take about an hour on the D train. Even after that, from the stop at 79th St and New Utrecht Ave, they will still have to walk 15 minutes deep into the district. So, while finding this Brooklyn oasis of Christmas is not easy, it is certainly worth it.
Another important place in Brooklyn that is perfect for a proposal is the city Christmas tree in DUMBO. It is located at the intersection of Pearl Street. The Brooklyn tree isn’t as splendid as the one at Rockefeller Center, but it still attracts many adults and children every year. You can meet Santa there, listen to music and enjoy some treats.
Offering one’s hand under the tree on the eve of Christmas will be unforgettable. There are many similar places in New York City. A proposal at the city ice rink in Central Park can be an unusual option.
Spring
Spring in New York is just as wonderful a time as winter. It is all thanks to the cherry blossoms. Hundreds of cherry trees have been planted throughout the city, and their blooming period is a beautiful time of the year.
In New York, the peak of blossoming usually occurs in the second half of April. This depends on the weather and the start of the cherry blossoms blooming in Washington, D.C. It also depends on the type of cherry tree, as there are many varieties. Kanzan cherry blossoms are the latest to bloom.
The blooming of sakura in New York is almost the same as in Japan. The Kanzan cherry trees usually bloom at the end of April. Generally, the blooming lasts about a week, but sometimes all the buds can fully open overnight, reaching the peak of their bloom.
Brooklyn Botanic Garden is the main place where you can see cherry blossoms in Brooklyn.
Brooklyn Botanic Garden has repeatedly been recognized as a champion of Kanzan cherry blossom blooms. The park’s management has dedicated a lot of time to creating a special area for the trees. The botanic garden has a website that kindly provides a blooming schedule, allowing visitors to come and enjoy the cherry blossoms at their peak. This is great for those who plan a visit to the park and propose under the fragrant trees.
Every year, the Botanic Garden hosts the Sakura Matsuri Cherry Blossom Festival. It’s better to visit in the first half of the day when there are fewer people. This way, you can express those long-awaited words without numerous witnesses, as many people flock to the garden on weekends. Not everyone can feel comfortable doing it amidst the crowd.
Besides Brooklyn Botanic Garden, there are two other places where sakuras bloom. The first is Prospect Park, which is free compared to the Botanic Garden. However, the trees there are not as well-maintained as those in the botanic garden. On the other side, there aren’t large crowds of tourists there.
The second place where you can see cherry blossoms is unlikely to be suitable for a marriage proposal. It would be more appropriate for extraordinary individuals. This refers to Greenwood Cemetery.
Summer
It may seem that summer is a wonderful time for a marriage proposal. There are many more ways to do this. But in Brooklyn, there is one original idea – a proposal on a ferry.
Ferries depart from Brooklyn to Staten Island. On the way to the city’s main landmark, you can propose to your significant other.
You can also take the ferry to Coney Island. “Rabbit Island” itself is a great place for a marriage proposal. In the summer, the boardwalk is open, so one can stroll on a warm summer evening, enjoying the ocean breeze and the sounds of the amusement rides.
Every Friday in the summer, fireworks are launched at Coney Island. Not just on July 4th. Although on Independence Day, the fireworks are unmatched in their splendor.
Probably, every girl will especially remember a proposal set against the backdrop of fireworks. So, everyone planning to propose in the summer should keep in mind the Friday fireworks at Coney Island.
Autumn
Autumn is a time of warm colors and hot drinks. Many people love this season for its comfort and softness. It’s the time when we drink hot tea and wrap ourselves in scarves, or rush to our loved ones, hiding under an umbrella.
Brooklyn has many wonderful places. Some of them are good for a romantic confession at any time of the year, but in the fall, they appear particularly appealing.
The most versatile location for all seasons is the Brooklyn Bridge. Watching the sunrise there is one of the most unforgettable moments. Seeing the morning sun’s rays caress the glass skyscrapers and flood the streets with light is simply incredible. At this moment, it will be very appropriate to make a proposal. However, it may lose the element of surprise.
A picnic won’t raise any questions. Brooklyn Bridge Park in autumn is colored with dozens of golden shades. The last warm days of September can be marked with a proposal.
Brooklyn has parks to suit all preferences. If nature is not what you like, there’s the original Domino Park. It’s more of a monument to Brooklyn’s former industrial glory than a park in the traditional sense.
Bushwick Inlet Park is known for its views of the city. It’s a great place for an unforgettable moment.
Another beautiful location is the old carousel with horses on the waterfront in DUMBO. This place is unique with its views of the bridge, Manhattan, the carousel, the waterfront and the river. Many photographers have captured this site.
When it comes to such a beautiful spot as the vintage carousel, not only the engagement but also the photos will be original.
In fact, there are many more beautiful and suitable places to declare your love in Brooklyn. It all comes down to imagination and interests. We have suggested only the most striking ones.