ONE HOUR OF ALASKAN ADVENTURE!
Get All Your Rowdy Friends Together
Experience the thrilling Alaskan Axe-tion as you immerse yourself in a captivating competition showcasing extraordinary skill and immense strength. The Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show vividly brings to life the storied logging history of southeast Alaska, featuring awe-inspiring demonstrations of power and agility. These world champion athletes wearing spiked boots & hard hats compete in 12 athletic events that utilize seven-pound axes, six-foot razor-sharp saws, tree climbing gaffs, and souped-up chainsaws.
Location
420 Spruce Mill Way, Ketchikan, AK 99901
The Lumberjack show is located just 1 Block from the Downtown Cruise Ship Docks
If you are docked at Ward Cove please visit our FAQ section Titled “How do I get to the Lumberjack Show” Below
Show Times
The show is 1 hour long and there are 1–6 shows daily. Show times vary daily.
TESTIMONIALS
What People Are Saying
"Great show! Obviously came to see those from a cruise ship visit and the whole family loved it, even the really young ones liked it minus the really loud parts which were easily solved with a few seconds of hands over the ears. Friendly staff and overall well worth the time and ticket price. And come on, who doesn’t want a lumberjack calendar for Christmas."
James Goerke
"Good show, and fun for the kids!!"
jlynnn 999
"Excellent, fun filled Lumberjack show. A must do in Ketchikan Alaska. Buy tickets online rather than from cruise ship excursion. A better value. Short 5 - 10 min walk from the cruise port pier."
adamltw
"Fun filled hour of history and heroic feats of muscles pitting Canada vs USA in timber sports."
Michael Interbartolo
"Fantastic show!! So fun. Really glad we came!"
Emily Jansen
"This was a fun event… the host was great in keeping the audience in tune what was going and have fun at the expense of the athletes ( trust me these guys are athletes). They split the competitors into two teams. they explain why the team are name as they are.. Canada s USA two of the biggest lumber yards in the area. only 100 miles separated the two campus and the rivalry began. Lots of fun, they keep their guest informed about the busses (if you are on a cruise like us). Highly recommend for the whole family."
TheFoodietravelers V&K
"Fun for all! Heated seating area and our side won!"
KrispyLamb
"Wow, this show is a must see!! The MC and lumberjacks will entertain ages 2 to 102. It was so sunny and warm in May 2023..especially when I heard Ketchikan gets 16ft of rain a year!! Whole town is friendly. My best stop on Alaskan cruise. BTW, Canadian team won that day...yahoo!!"
Jane Clark
"Had a great time!! Fun show, exciting."
Terri B
"I’m so glad we changed our excursion so we could catch this show! Perfect for the entire family. Great examples of log cutting in a fun competition between USA & Canada. Bleachers are padded!"
Janet Beers
"Fabulous show. It's a well put together with serious wood chopping with a bit of humor. It's a lot of fun."
George Hardie
"Great fun - and worth going, even if it was a bit pre-choreographed. It’s a bit of history and a bit of entertainment rolled into one. Lots of skilled involved with these challenge activities, so it’s great to watch. And yes, there is some audience participation too!"
Gustav
"Lots of fun. There was a light rain but the arena is covered, has overhead heaters, and seats were padded. One staff member in particular seemed to have just one duty, and that was to make sure guests were comfortable. Highly recommended. Would go again if I was traveling with someone who had not seen it before."
Andrew Weaver
"Wow, really enjoyed the show. It was fun and well worth the $30 highly recommend it phone for the whole family."
Keith Landers
"A little bit kitschy, but very entertaining. The show lasts about an hour and shows off various lumberjack competition skills while having 2 teams compete against one another - "USA" and "Canada" - having half the audience cheer for one and the other half the other. It was good, clean fun! Some snacks are available before the start including drinks and $2 popcorn."
Michelle Denault
"Very entertaining show with opposing US and Canadian teams competing with each other doing a variety of competitions. The hostess was very engaging and the athletes were excellent as well! Very nice show to go with family."
Namith Manat
"Great entertainment for the whole family. Close enough to the cruise port you can walk (buy direct) without any worries. Family that didn't go thought they had a speaker pumping out crowd noises. Nope. Great entertainers hyped the crowd for the whole hour. Those guys must be exhausted for all the effort they put into the show, repeatedly, rain or shine."
Steve M
"Great fun! A must see show as Celebrity's Mellenium and Solstice ships Captains face off their skills. The new Celebrity corporate President even got in on it."
Tami Monnie
"Although the show was a bit cheesy for my personal likings I do think that it is a great show for families with young children especially. It was very entertaining and engaging for sure. I would also like to mention that Andria Hansen was most accommodating when we arrived a bit late and she swiftly escorted us to some awesome seating as well as offering us a slight discount because we were so late to the show. She is a great manager and very approachable too."
Dee Ritota
"It was a great show. It had the feeling of being scripted, but played it off so well. The hour long show went by so fast, and the action of the actual event was very insightful. They also provided history during the show which added that little extra. Good event to go to."
Mike Oliveira
"Great family friendly show. Must see. Lots of energy and crowd participation. Two thumbs up 👍👍"
Carol Wilson
"Great show, fun time for all ages. I would suggest to bring earplugs though, because they make the audience cheer and scream all the time."
Max Charp
"We had a fantastic time watching the lumberjacks do their thing! They were very fun and engaging, and it was a neat way to learn a little about area logging history."
Rachel Lakose
"Great fun in Ketchikan. A one hour show that is as much about the comedy as the lumberjack skills. Covered stands surround an open air arena where a pair of lumberjacks representing the USA face off against a pair representing Canada in a series of challenges. Audience participation very much encouraged. There is a refreshment stand, restrooms and gift shop. Located close to cruise ship berths."
Nigel Powlson
"Awesome, entertaining show, great heckling, and showmanship ."
Lol Lol
"As an out of towner, this is highly recommended. Lot of fun, caters to tourists but worth it."
Sarah Hillier
"Hi energy and lots of fun show. We enjoyed the show and was able to take photos with the staff at no charge, because it's something they don't have to do I think them spending the time to take pictures with everyone was very nice. Strongly recommended!"
Tony Hernandez
"This wasn't my first choice of activities when planning our trip, but I'm so glad we booked this event! After the exciting tour we had of the Misty fjords and the beginning of our trip this was the perfect event to just have fun and shout & yell & make noise in general! We just dove right into the story and the experience and practically lost our voices with shouting. It was such a good time and a great energy!"
Yeedah Krasowski
"What a fun show! Definitely recommended. A little bit scripted but played out well! Great energy and engagement from the crew and crowd! Overall 10/10 👍"
Pei-chi Chang
"What an awesome show! They get the crowd fired up and totally involved. These lumberjacks are extremely skilled at what they do and put on a great show. They really work hard to entertain the audience. Most definitely a must see!"
Steven Rank
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How long is the show?
How long is the show?
The show is 1 hour long and there are 1-6 shows daily. Show times vary daily.
Is seating assigned and is it outdoors?
Is seating assigned and is it outdoors?
Our seats are generally covered, heated, and cushioned so you can enjoy the Lumberjack Show regardless of the weather. We offer general (unassigned) seating.
Is the facility handicap accessible?
Is the facility handicap accessible?
Our show site is handicap accessible for walkers, wheelchairs, and electric scooters.
Do you have restrooms available during the show?
Do you have restrooms available during the show?
Yes we do! They are voted best in Ketchikan!
Can you purchase food and drinks in the arena?
Can you purchase food and drinks in the arena?
We do have a concession stand with popcorn, cookies, candy, soda, beer, wine, and hot drinks.
What is your cancellation policy?
What is your cancellation policy?
Cancellations with a minimum of 24 hour notice will be given a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours of the show and no-shows will be charged full price. Contact us at [email protected] to cancel.
An exception will be made and full refund given within the 24 hour window if you are travelling on a cruise ship and the ship does not come into port as scheduled.
Can I change my show time?
Can I change my show time?
To change your show time, you can select the rebooking from your confirmation email or email [javascript protected email address] with the preferred show time.
How do I get to the Lumberjack Show?
How do I get to the Lumberjack Show?
If you are docked in downtown Ketchikan, we are just 1 block off the cruise ship pier near Berth 1. No matter what ship you arrive on in downtown, turn right and walk to the end of the pier or listen for the crowds cheering!
If you are docked in Ward Cove, you are responsible for your own transportation to and from downtown Ketchikan. Ward Cove Cruise Terminal does offer a free downtown shuttle service that takes roughly 20-25 minutes to town. This shuttle service does drop at the furthest berth in downtown Ketchikan. When you get off the shuttle, turn left and walk down the pier to the end. We are 1 block off of the pier. (Pertains to the following ships: Norwegian Bliss, Norwegian Encore, Norwegian Spirit, Norwegian Sun, Norwegian Jewel, Oceania Regatta, Oceania Insignia, Seven Seas Explorer.)
Do you cancel because of the weather?
Do you cancel because of the weather?
We operate rain or shine! The guests are covered, while the Lumberjacks battle the elements as well as each other!
How to buy a ticket?
How to buy a ticket?
Click here to purchase a ticket.
You can purchase tickets day of at the Company Store.
If we are sold out online, always check back the day of for last minute tickets!
If I have difficulties walking, how can I get to the Lumberjack Show?
If I have difficulties walking, how can I get to the Lumberjack Show?
There is a free downtown shuttle that picks up close to all the berths. You will want to take this to the store named Rain Barrel.
Can I book the axe throw challenge?
Can I book the axe throw challenge?
Yes, check the availability after selecting your tickets. Axe throwing is not available after every show. Inquire upon arrival in our company store if it is unavailable for your show.
How to book the Lumberjack Show and Crab Feast?
How to book the Lumberjack Show and Crab Feast?
Select this tour option and see the availabilities on the calendar. If there is not availability for the day and time you would like to go, we recommend booking through your cruise line.
Seating
Our seats are generally covered, heated, and cushioned so you can enjoy the Lumberjack show regardless of the weather. We offer general (unassigned) seating.
Cancellations – Cancellations with a minimum of 24 hour notice will be given a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours of the show and no-shows will be charged full price*. Contact us by email at [javascript protected email address] to cancel.
*An exception will be made and full refund given within the 24 hour window if you are traveling on a cruise ship and the ship does not come into port as scheduled.
*We recommend booking through your cruise line to ensure availability and covered seating
We reserve the right to implement priority seating in rare cases due to weather, acts of God, or unforeseen circumstances.