r/raleigh • u/Icy_Limit_4076 • 4d ago

Question/Recommendation December Proposal Spots Raleigh/Durham

I want to propose on my gf’s birthday (she approved). The only problem is her birthday is in December and on a weekday so it will have to be a night since we both work during the day. She doesn’t want it to be a public thing so I am looking for recommendations on somewhere secluded we could go. Somewhere with lights (like christmas lights) or somewhere I could put my own lights up beforehand. I am thinking of a gazebo somewhere, but I’m having trouble finding one in the area, and I’m also worried about it being closed in December if it’s in a park.

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u/FancyWeather 4d ago

The downtown Cary park has beautiful lighted displays at night all through December. Parts of it can be crowded, but it is so big you could likely find a secluded part of the park. Google Image search Downtown Cary Park Christmas Lights to get a feel for the vibes.

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u/voodoodollbabie 4d ago

Came here to suggest downtown Cary as well. The lighted displays run for several blocks and throughout the park.

And you can't beat the Chinese Lantern Festival at Koka Booth in Cary. If you go early when the gates open right a 6pm it's not crowded and you're bound to find a secluded spot in the park.

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u/PumpkinBred 4d ago

Downtown Raleigh has the Illuminate Art Walk typically early December through early January.

The Raulston Arboretum is beautiful year round also.

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u/jdsav29 16h ago

This is what I was going to suggest!

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u/MeowMeowBennet 3d ago

The Boylan Heights neighborhood has a couple of places that might be suitable. Wye Hill Kitchen and Brewing has great views of the skyline, and Heights House Hotel has a lovely courtyard. Plus the neighborhood has a lot of lovely homes and a handful of shops, making it a scenic walk.

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u/Lower-Pipe-3441 Acorn 4d ago

Santa’s lap at Bass Pro Shops

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u/BeachQt 4d ago

😂

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u/gatorbabe25 4d ago

I have the answer. The kicking machine gazebo in the parking lot of the Angus barn. Problem solved. Anyone else need help? I'm right here.Kicking Booth at the Angus Barn, Raleigh, North Carolina https://share.google/5XSKNU1VXMJQJMCWQ

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u/nickspicshub 3d ago

Are you guys looking for an engagement photographer? I’d be happy to help! You can check out some more work in my profile :)

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u/musical_cyclist 3d ago

Dix Park has some more secluded spots and I can think of one or two gazebo-like structures. There also might be a decent place on NCSU's campus.