It is unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to give or conduct any circus, carnival or tent show, under canvas, or in an open area or space within the corporate limits of the city where the patronage of the public is solicited and an admission fee is charged, without first obtaining a license to do so as provided in this chapter. (Ord. 4533 §1, 1993; Ord. 2021 §2, 1941).