Tips for Attending a Christmas Parade in Florida

Attending a Christmas parade in Florida takes a different type of planning. Compared to snow-covered parade-watching – I’ve stood in Michigan freezing weather – there are a few things to keep in mind when standing in the hot sun!

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Here’s my “Parade-Watching Tips”:

Wear lightweight clothing such as shorts and t-shirt – or a comfy cotton wrap dress

Bring a sweater as it can be a bit chilly in the morning (then take off as the day progresses into afternoon)

Bring a few bottles of water (freeze two bottles for icy cold water later)

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Bug spray, if watching a parade near the lake or river waters

Sunscreen! Be sure to apply at least a half hour before the festivities begin

Lightweight folding chairs (no lugging of heavy chairs in 80-degree weather)

Blanket (if sitting on the grass)

Paper towels (great for food spills… or perspiring foreheads)

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Dried fruit & nut snacks (no sandwiches with mayo or spoil-worthy chicken)

Sunhat (sun visor, wide-rimmed sun hat, or baseball hat)

Chapstick to prevent sunburned lips

Fully-charged phone for taking awesome photos and videos!

 

Do you have any COLD-weather tips to share on Christmas parade watching?

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