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!