Concession revenue is income municipalities earn from food and beverage sales at municipal facilities like recreation centres, arenas, pools, and event venues. Concessions may be operated directly by the municipality or contracted to private operators who pay fees or revenue shares. While concession revenue contributes to offsetting facility operating costs, it is typically a modest portion of recreation budgets. Decisions about concession offerings involve balancing revenue potential, healthy food options, and operational complexity. Some facilities have upgraded concession areas to improve offerings and increase revenue. Concession revenue is categorized as user-fee-based income rather than taxation.