15 Things You Need If You’re Going To A New Orleans Parade
You will be the envy of your rookie friends.
by Clint Durrett
March 10, 2020
No matter if it’s Mardi Gras or St. Patrick’s Day, here’s how WE prepare for a parade.
1. A lightweight backpack that can withstand the elements, beads and spirits flying through the air. ($17.99)
Why this is a good pick: “– JS Johnson
“Get it on Amazon: $17.99 (available in 12 colors)
2. Easy-to-carry TP for the times you have to use a port-o-let and don’t want to be caught with your pants down. ($5.99)
Why this is a good pick: “
Get it on Amazon for: $5.99
3. This solar power cell phone charger to keep a charge at any time and take all the photos, stream video and TikToks without worry. ($23.99)
Why this is a good pick: “
Get it on Amazon: $23.99
4. This slim and easy-to-conceal fanny pack to hold your phone and cash that you’ll need for all the cash-only instances you’ll come across. ($8.99)
Why this is a good pick: “
Get it on Amazon: $8.99
5. This variety pack of delicious Zapp’s chips to stay fueled. ($19.99)
Why this is a good pick: Um, do we really need to explain how tasty these locally-made chips are? Crawtators? YES.
Get it on Amazon: $19.95
6. Or just this pack of Voodoo Zapp’s Chips if you’re picky. ($19.95)
Why this is a good pick: “
Get it on Amazon: $19.95
7. Also this pack of mouth-watering pralines for a sugar boost. ($16.13)
Why this is a good pick: This is another “duh” pick. They’re a New Orleans specialty and delicious. Anything else would make you stand out as a tourist.
Get it on Amazon: $16.13
8. This easily portable amount of hand sanitizer to stay germ-free from the hordes of people high-fiving you and throwing you things. ($14.99)
Why this is a good pick: You’re going to be around tons of people. You’ll want to be clean and germ-free in case others aren’t as clean as you.
Get it on Amazon: $14.99
9. This awesome beverage sling to keep your beverages close and mobile. ($7.56)
Why this is a good pick: “
Get it on Amazon: $7.56
10. You’ll also want this Yeti koozie to put those cans in so your drink stays cold and your hands stay warm. ($18.74)
Why this is a good pick: “Bought two and we use them every day. Keeps drinks cold for hours…” – Amazon Customer
Get it on Amazon: $18.74
11. This Brita filtered water bottle to get water anywhere and have it filtered because hydration will keep you from being passed out on the sidewalk. ($19.45)
Get it on Amazon: $19.49
12. This super portable chair to sit down when you’re tired of standing or walking everywhere. ($19.99)
Why this is a good pick: “I wanted a portable chair that wasn’t uncomfortable to carry around, but would allow me to quickly sit my butt down when we were at street fairs, concerts, parks or protests … It is extremely light weight. You can carry it in your hand, or over your shoulder with the strap. It’s easy to throw down and sit on in seconds.” – Ziminy13
Get it on Amazon: $19.99
13. These anti-blister socks to walk in all day long. ($16.10)
Why this is a good pick: “
Get them on Amazon: $16.10
14. This rain poncho to stay dry in case a random shower pops up. ($11.98)
Why these are a good pick: If it rains, you’ll stay dry and everyone can still see that costume you’ve been working on for months.
Get it on Amazon: $11.98
15. Sunscreen to avoid those harmful UV rays. ($8.97)
Why this is a good pick: You won’t get sunburned and you won’t be oily or greasy!
Get it on Amazon: $8.97
Now get out there and show everyone you know how to parade like a pro!
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