Hi there, Brian. Thanks for running back by planDisney with another great question!
runDisney races are some of my favorite events to experience at the
Disneyland Resort, and I love that you are hoping to make it more magical with a proposal. While there are a lot of great ways to have a surprise proposal at Disneyland, here are a
couple of my suggestions.
After the race, there are usually photo backdrops with
Disney PhotoPass photographers near the finish line, where runners can show off their bling and capture a memory at the same time. Maybe allow her to take a couple of photos before proposing, and then you'll have a picture of the special moment. You could also do this inside the Disneyland theme parks (theme park ticket and park reservation required) with one of the PhotoPass spots. You can find where photographers are located by using the search function or the map in the Disneyland Mobile App.
Brian, I also love the idea of a celebratory meal that ends with a proposal. I know after my
runDisney races, I like to freshen up before heading to the parks for a good meal. Make an
advanced dining reservation for a prime location like Carthay Circle or Napa Rose 60 days in advance of your trip. You can even indicate when you make the reservation or at check-in whether you're celebrating something special. Be sure to let a Cast Member know what you're planning, and see if they can offer an extra dose of pixie dust (or a helping hand for the surprise)!
Don't forget to grab a complimentary "I'm Celebrating" button from one of the merchandise or Guest Relations locations throughout the resort. Also, customize a pair of Mickey or Minnie ears to commemorate your proposal. Embroidery is located throughout the resort, including at
The Mad Hatter in Disneyland, World of Disney, and
small world Gifts & Sundries at the Disneyland Hotel, to name a few.
I hope this information helps with your proposal planning, Brian. If you have any other questions, please don't hesitate to race back by - I would be happy to help!
Every mile is magic,
Melissa