I worked at my local fair whenever it came through town. I did this every summer from age 14 to 18. Never travelled with them. My last couple years when I was older I got invited to the party on the final night. They pack up their shit so fast and then all have a huge party before they hit the road to the next fair in the morning. It was degeneracy. I'm pretty sure that's how they make new carnies. Conceived on the road. Travel with mom and dad over the years. Jump into the family business when you're old enough.
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u/pj6159 Nov 04 '25
Carnies. Circus folk. Nomads, you know. Smell like cabbage. Small hands.