32 Items that Are Better Than Tootsie Rolls at Minnesota Parades

You know a parade is about to happen when you spot this in the Midwest - streets lined with blankets and chairs to "save spots".

Every summer, in small towns everywhere, this is a scene that you'll find. Right here in the Med City, I anticipate that people will start claiming their spots on Friday for the big Rochesterfest parade on June 26th.

Don't believe me, go drive the parade route Friday night. You'll see what I'm talking about. And in case you need it, you can find the parade route and all the Rochesterfest parade details here.

32 Items That Are Way Better Than Tootsie Rolls at the Rochesterfest Parade

The #1 reason why kids love parades is candy. That is a proven fact from the research posted by Parent Map.

However, if you are a business getting ready for the big candy-throwing day, I am going to plead with you NOT to buy one specific candy - Tootsie Rolls. No one really wants those, especially those nasty fruit-flavored ones.

Instead of spending your dollars on those worthless pieces of candy, check out these items to throw at the parade-goers instead.

32 Items People Actually Want to Get at Parades Rather than Tootsie Rolls

Summer is here and with that are lots and lots of parades for you to enjoy. But, let's be real for a minute, no one wants any more Tootsie Rolls. If you are a company in a parade, read that again...NO ONE WANTS YOUR TOOTSIE ROLLS! Here's what we would rather see you throw at us at the parade.

Gallery Credit: Jessica On The Radio

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