Disneyland Abu Dhabi is happening: A look at how Hollywood stars turned theme park into marriage proposal playground

Dubai: Now that Abu Dhabi has announced its very own Disneyland (yes, cue the fireworks and confetti), it’s only fitting we talk about something that has bloomed as beautifully as those nightly castle light shows: love.

From fairy-tale proposals in front of Sleeping Beauty’s Castle to glitzy engagements complete with glass slippers and Disney soundtracks, Disneyland has long been the unofficial HQ for starry-eyed romance. It’s the place where real-life Prince Charmings get down on one knee, and happily-ever-afters begin—not in some storybook, but with churros, fireworks, and a front-row view of magic in motion.

So as the UAE gets ready to roll out its magic carpet and welcome the world's most iconic theme park, here’s a look at all the celebrities who turned Disney into the ultimate proposal playground. Because when it comes to popping the question, why not do it with a side of pixie dust?

1. John Stamos and Caitlin McHugh
The Full House star proposed at Disneyland in 2017 after showing Caitlin a montage of romantic moments from Disney and Pixar films. He popped the question right in front of Sleeping Beauty’s Castle. A literal dream sequence come to life.

2. Rob Dyrdek and Bryiana Noelle Flores
The MTV personality made an entrance—on a prop elephant during a live Aladdin stage show at Disneyland. He paused the production, summoned the genie, and got down on one knee. Now that’s a magic carpet moment.

3. Corbin Bleu and Sasha Clements
The High School Musical heartthrob proposed in 2014 right in front of Cinderella’s Castle at Walt Disney World. He presented the ring inside a glass slipper. Disney royalty vibes all the way.

4. Colton Dixon and Annie Coggeshall
The American Idol alum proposed at Walt Disney World in 2015. Their engagement was followed by a fairy-tale wedding, naturally. Because if you’re going to promise forever, do it in front of Cinderella.

5. Jarret Stoll and Erin Andrews
The former NHL player popped the question to TV presenter Erin Andrews in 2016 at Club 33—Disneyland’s ultra-exclusive members-only restaurant. Low-key luxe, Disney-style.