Ideas for a proposal in summer

December 5, 2023 • 4 min read

Is summer the season you plan on proposing? As the temperature increases and the days get brighter, summer turns Sydney into a stunning sunny wonderland. With the warmth here to stay, several proposal opportunities are popping up around the city.

As a leading Australian jeweller specialising in diamond engagement rings, we hear all sorts of romantic and unique summer proposals. If you want to ask your partner for their hand in marriage, discover some of the best summer proposal spots below.

Christmas Day

For many Sydney-siders, Christmas Day is a cherished holiday. If Christmas is their favourite time of the year, it may be the perfect occasion to pop the question.

Take advantage of family and friends gathering in one spot and propose to your partner as their loved ones surround them. For a more intimate moment, save the big question for the night’s end as you sit by the tree, opening presents.

Proposing on Christmas will be their best gift; it’ll add to the holiday, making it more magical.

Beach Picnic

An iconic part of Australian summers, the beach can be a romantic place to hold a picnic proposal. Heading to the beach, you’ll have the perfect summer proposal spot.

Go after the beach rush around twilight for a sunset picnic. As the sand starts to cool and the beach becomes quiet, you’ll find privacy as the sky turns a beautiful hue of pink and blue.

Take your favourite snacks or get your favourite meal to set the scene. For extra romance, arrange the picnic to be set up earlier with candles and flowers, ready on arrival so you can start the night by getting down on one knee.

Under the stars

What do you get when you add a warm night and a clear sky? A movie-worthy proposal! A proposal under the stars can be a super romantic and truly intimate moment.

The stars provide mood lighting as you lay together, admiring the stars and moon above. A private moment, escape to the park on an incline for the best view. When the moment is right, pop the question.

If you aren’t a sit-and-watch-the-sky type of couple, go to a moonlight cinema for the same appeal. While there are more people around, it is a step up from the traditional movies. Watch a film as the stars twinkle above you and propose as the credits roll or during a favourite scene.

In the sky

Sydney is best seen from the sky! Take advantage of summer’s stunning weather and head to the sky in a helicopter or seaplane.

By taking a scenic flight, you can get your heart racing. Up in the air, a romantic flight with some adrenaline is the ultimate experience to lead to the all-important proposal. Whether you are admiring the glistening harbour and landmarks surrounding it or hovering over the city’s cliffs, let the beautiful nature of Sydney be your backdrop.

Try letting the operator know your plans beforehand so they know what to expect mid-flight. To get the most out of your adventure, propose towards the end so you can take in most of the flight without interruption.

New Years Eve

Arguably, it is the biggest night in summer, so make the last night of 2023 and the start of 2024 one to remember! New Year’s Eve is a fun event that guarantees a variety of opportunities for a proposal.

Keep it intimate by spending a night with those closest to you and proposing whilst ringing in the new year or going to one of the many spectacular fireworks displays in the city. With fireworks going off all night at many different times and locations, let the exploding lights act as an enchanting backdrop for your big moment.

Your proposal will keep the mood high and will undoubtedly be an event you won’t forget. Not to mention, the next day is a public holiday, giving you extra time to take in the momentous occasion.

Do you know exactly how you are going to propose this summer? Perfect – now all you need to do is find the right ring. At Midas Jewellery, we house a stunning collection of engagement rings. In addition to this, we also proudly offer custom engagement rings to Sydney couples. You can bring their dream ring to life using our bespoke customisation service.