Answer: carnies

AnswerCrossword Clue
CARNIESBearded ladies and sword swallowers
CARNIESPlayers in traveling shows: Slang.
CARNIESTraveling showmen
CARNIESFerris wheel operators e.g.,
CARNIESSideshow barkers, e.g.
CARNIESFair barkers
carniestraveling amusement show, having sideshows, rides, etc.
carniesCARNIE
carniesof or pertaining to carnivals
carniesperson employed by a carnival