You’ve found the one. The person you want to spend forever with. Now it’s time to find the perfect place to ask the big question. SoIN offers plenty of romantic spots to make your proposal one to remember. Whether you’re planning an intimate moment for two or want to make your proposal part of a special event, there’s a spot to fit every style. Here are a few places to consider for your special moment.

Jeffersonville

Big Four Bridge / Big Four Station Park

Pop the question with the Ohio River as your backdrop at Big Four Bridge. The pedestrian bridge offers scenic views of Southern Indiana and Louisville, while Big Four Station Park provides plenty of space to celebrate afterward. Plan your proposal around sunset for golden hour photos.

NoCo Arts & Cultural District

NoCo The Depot

Add a creative touch to your proposal with Jeffersonville’s NoCo Arts & Cultural District. The colorful murals offer plenty of interesting backdrops for photos. Spend the afternoon exploring the district and celebrate with dinner or drinks nearby after the proposal.

City Pride Park

Visitors gather beneath a large tree illuminated by string lights during a Boo 812 haunted history walking tour at City Pride Park in downtown Jeffersonville, Indiana.

This pocket park tucked away in downtown Jeffersonville makes a charming setting for an intimate proposal. With benches and quirky-but-cute statues, it’s a fun spot to ask the big question. Propose in the evening to enjoy the twinkling lights from the tree above.

Upland Brewing Co.

Upland Brewing - Couple

Treat your partner to spectacular brews, bites and views at Upland. Settle in for a delicious meal and drinks before or after popping the big question. With a chill atmosphere and waterfront setting, it’s a great place to celebrate your next chapter together.

 

Clarksville

Ashland Park

Scenic view of the Louisville skyline across the Ohio River from a waterfront park in Southern Indiana, with large shade trees, park benches and two people sitting by the water.

If your ideal proposal involves picnics and scenic views, Ashland Park is the perfect spot. Pack a romantic picnic and enjoy views of the Ohio River and Louisville across the water. Find a quiet spot to pop the question and take in the scenery together. Celebrate with a treat from nearby Widow’s Walk.

Falls of the Ohio State Park

Vibrant sunset over the Falls of the Ohio in Clarksville, Indiana, with brilliant pink, purple, orange and yellow clouds reflecting in pools of water along the exposed fossil beds of the Ohio River.

Make your proposal one for the history books at Falls of the Ohio State Park. The fossil beds and sweeping Ohio River views create a unique backdrop for any proposal. SoIN fun fact: the fossil beds are 390 million years old and are the largest exposed Devonian fossil beds in the world!

 

New Albany

New Albany Riverfront Amphitheater

Smiling couple takes a selfie overlooking the Ohio River and Sherman Minton Bridge from the New Albany Amphitheater in New Albany, Indiana, at dusk, with the illuminated amphitheater and waterfront park in the background.

Looking for additional riverfront options? Check out the New Albany Riverfront Amphitheater. Plan your visit around a sunset or sunrise, concert or special event like Harvest Homecoming for an extra memorable experience.

New Albany’s Mansion Row

Culbertson Mansion Holiday Winter

Is your special someone a lover of historic homes? If so, take a romantic stroll along New Albany’s Mansion Row before finding the perfect spot to pop the question. The beautifully preserved architecture creates an elegant backdrop for engagement photos!

 

Greater SoIN

Mount Saint Francis

Mount Saint Francis Fall Lake

Make your proposal extra special with a visit to Mount Saint Francis, where peaceful surroundings and scenic views create a romantic setting. For an especially picturesque backdrop, plan your visit during the fall when the foliage is at its most colorful. Afterward, take a stroll through the grounds and enjoy some quality time together.

Huber’s Orchard & Winery and Starlight Distillery

Huber's Orchard and Winery Vineyards

Plan a rustic proposal at Huber’s Orchard & Winery or Starlight Distillery, where seasonal farm activities make for a charming proposal. Pop the question in the summertime among the U-Pick flowers or while picking pumpkins in autumn. Celebrate with a wine tasting, dinner or a stroll through the property.

 

Event Ideas

Thunder Over Louisville

Thunder Over Louisville

Take your proposal to the next level during Thunder Over Louisville, when the Ohio River comes alive with one of the region’s biggest fireworks displays. Find a spot along the river, enjoy the excitement and propose as the fireworks light up the sky.

Abbey Road on the River

Smiling couple poses in front of a colorful, Beatles-inspired peace and love display decorated with vibrant ribbons, psychedelic artwork and Beatles silhouettes at Abbey Road on the River in Jeffersonville, Indiana.

If music is a big part of your love story, why not make it part of your proposal? Head to Abbey Road on the River, the world’s largest Beatles-inspired music festival. Find the perfect moment and ask the big question before spending the weekend enjoying live music together. Remember, all you need is love!

Charlestown: Christmas City

Visitors gather around a towering Christmas tree illuminated with thousands of white lights and topped with a glowing star during Light Up Charlestown in Charlestown, Indiana, with festive holiday displays lighting up the night.

For a proposal straight out of a Hallmark holiday movie, head to Charlestown during its Christmas City celebrations. Twinkling lights, festive decorations and a magical holiday atmosphere create a memorable setting for your engagement. Pop the question in front of the giant Christmas tree or at the gazebo for a picture-perfect moment, then celebrate with a romantic ride on the train or trolley.

Submit Your Proposal Photos

Did you get engaged at one of these locations? We’d love to celebrate your special moment! Send us your engagement photos via Facebook or Instagram for a chance to be featured on our blog and to be entered to win a SoIN restaurant gift card.

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