Alabama § 40-12-163 - Street Fairs and Carnivals.
Full text of Alabama Code of Alabama § 40-12-163 — Street Fairs and Carnivals., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 40-12-163. Street Fairs and Carnivals.
Each person operating or conducting an exhibition termed a “street fair” or “carnival” shall pay to the state a license tax as follows: For an exhibition operating or composed of or controlling or embracing not more than 10 exhibits, devices or concessions, $50; but where more than 10 and not exceeding 20 exhibits, devices or concessions, $75; and where more than 20 and not exceeding 35, $100; and where more than 35 exhibits, devices or concessions, $150. This license shall entitle the street fair or carnival to be operated for a period of not exceeding two weeks in any one place at any one time. For the purpose of this section, a “street fair” or “carnival” shall mean a combination of exhibitions, also called sideshows, rides, games of chance, tests of skill or strength, concessions and any other devices generally associated with a “street fair” or “carnival,” regardless of ownership, when operated as a combination or a group, and regardless of whether or not an admission is charged to the midway or grounds. A licensee under this section shall not be required to purchase licenses under the provisions of Sections 40-12-69, 40-12-95, 40-12-103, 40-12-140, 40-12-153 and 40-12-157.
Source: official Alabama text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Alabama § 40-12-163
What does Code of Alabama § 40-12-163 cover?
Section 40-12-163 ("Street Fairs and Carnivals.") is part of the Code of Alabama, the codified statutory law of Alabama. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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