I've been in this situation multiple times before. (The one in the costume.)

How it works is there is an event, in this situation in the picture a parade most likely. The character either walks or rides in the parade, but before and after the parade the character is driven to the parade from the changing spot as it is not close to the parade usually.

When in a hot suit it is extremely comfortable to stick your head out the window or at very least your arms. You can't feel the wind strongly so it feels like a nice fan. Not only that but it is TONS of fun to wave at people on the side of the street and the people driving their car. People honk, wave back, laugh, smile, ... everything positive you can think of. I've even seen people open their sun roof and stand up and yell weird things like, "I love you!" or "You're awesome!"

I haven't worked as a costume character in years. It is a hard job. I did it mainly during my teenage years into my early twenties to go to random places. I could be in a show that is 30 minutes long in some part of the country and then half half the week to explore that town. I would get paid to travel and get paid a decent amount for the little amount of work it took. At the time I was traveling to different countries and all over the USA just to see the world. Because I was a teen I didn't want to spend money so I decided to take the chance to get paid while doing it.

During my adventures subbing for sports mascots and performing for kids I met tons of different people. Most of the people who wore suits were older and doing it for the extra money. I was always the youngest.

It is an excuse to go see the world. Why wouldn't I do it, especially at that age? :D

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