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Boy Enjoying Carnival Treats, Circa 1940s

Black and white photo of a small young boy holding a foot-long hot dog, sitting with a bottle of soda beside him

Image provided by North American Carnival Museum & Archives.

Food is an integral part of the carnival experience, usually available at many different concession stands. Classic finds include hot dogs, burgers, soda, lemonade, ice cream treats, candy apples, cotton candy floss, popcorn and peanuts.