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
"All 13 members of the family loved the show! From ages 4 to 70’s - it was very entertaining. Location was easy to get to, the host was excellent and the lumberjacks were both funny and talented. It was the perfect amount of time and surprisingly funny too. Highly recommend for everyone!"
Jacky Ito
"Was really good and worth the money. Had audience participation which kept everything lively."
June Osborne
"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
"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
"If you see anything in Ketchikan go to the lumberjack show it was amazing and fun. If you have kids they will have a blast!"
Scott Brown
"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
"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
"These guys that put on this show are not actors, but are true lumberjacks. So be patient if the act is a little corny at times. In my younger days, I used both hand saws and axes. It’s hard work and they really work to put on a great show. Being that good, means you make your tasks look easy, believe me, it’s not."
Alois Callemyn
"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
"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
"This was a very family friendly experience, for the most part. We enjoyed watching the lumberjacks and their skills. Concessions available as well as restrooms. Restaurant choices right around this location. The lumberjacks displayed great athleticism. They entertained the crowd. It is a very interactive experience."
Tara Waldrop
"Great show showing off lumberjack in a friendly competition. Lots of fun. The hostess of the show did a great job."
Molly Detwiler
"It was a great show! They do well with engaging the crowd and having fun. The seats are shaded plus there are concessions and a gift ship up front. They also have axe throwing available afterwards which cool! Oh and they communicate with the cruise ships so you dont have to worry about missing your return."
Jack
"Had a great time!! Fun show, exciting."
Terri B
"The log rolling was our favorite part. We are all now huge fans of Turbo Tom! The act is full of "dirty" dad jokes, and we loved every minute of it."
Greta Johnson Sher
"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
"Good show, and fun for the kids!!"
jlynnn 999
"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
"Awesome, entertaining show, great heckling, and showmanship ."
Lol Lol
"This is definitely a lot of fun and worth a visit. Great atmosphere."
Ariane Wagner
"Thanks for a fun time, my dudes! Keep being awesome!"
Mr. Maynard
"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
"What fun. They make sure you have a great time. Interaction with the audience, the competition, it's all good!"
Phyllis McElroy
"Great show to check out while in port! They put on a good show and offer a variety of different lumberjack activities. Some of the events can get quite loud, so I'd suggest bringing some earbuds or headphones if you are sensitive to loud sounds or have young kids along with you. In terms of seating, all the seats are good and offer great views of the show, so if you get there later, you don't have to worry about bad or obstructed seating."
Neil Hodges
"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
"his show was fantastic. Prospector Pat was great. He had the attention of everyone during the show. The men they had doing the lumberjack stuff were each amazing in their own way. This show was fun, exciting and a joy to attend. Check this event out if you are ever in Ketchikan, AK."
Joel Keefer
"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
"Fun for all! Heated seating area and our side won!"
KrispyLamb
"Wow, really enjoyed the show. It was fun and well worth the $30 highly recommend it phone for the whole family."
Keith Landers
"Had a great time at this show. Entertaining and informative. We learned a lot about the history of logging industry in the early years."
Merton Preston
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.