Ketchikan Lumberjack Competition Show
See lumberjacks test strength and precision in 12 live events
Duration
1 hour
Includes
Lumberjack show, cushioned seats
Highlights
Step into Southeast Alaska's logging history as athletes compete with axes, saws, climbing gaffs, and chainsaws. Watch a family-friendly show of skill, strength, rivalry, and laughs.
- Watch athletes compete in 12 lumberjack events
- Discover the logging traditions of Southeast Alaska
- See seven-pound axes, six-foot saws, climbing gaffs, and chainsaws in action
- Enjoy narration, rivalry, and comedy throughout the competition
What's Included
- Covered, heated grandstand
- Cushioned seating
Important details
- Arrive at least 15 minutes before showtime for seating
- Bring your QR code on paper or on your mobile device for arena entry
- Children under 18 must attend with a parent or guardian
- Seating is unassigned and available first come, first served
- Expect the show to operate in weather; priority seating may be used in rare weather or unforeseen circumstances
Cancellation Policy
Cancel at least 24 hours before showtime for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours of showtime and no-shows are charged the full ticket price. Receive a full refund if the show is canceled due to weather or unforeseen circumstances, including a canceled cruise-ship port call.
FAQs
Arrive at least 15 minutes before showtime for seating.
Bring your QR code on paper or on your mobile device to enter.
Seating is unassigned and first-come, first-served. In rare cases, priority seating may be implemented due to weather, acts of God, or unforeseen circumstances.
Meeting details
7789 North Tongass Highway, Ketchikan, Alaska 99901
More about the Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show
The Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show brings the rugged spirit of Ketchikan's timber heritage to life in a covered, all-weather arena right in the heart of downtown. Set on the historic site of a former sawmill, this 60-minute live competition pits champion lumberjacks from the United States and Canada against each other in a series of authentic timber sports events. Ketchikan was once a booming logging town, and the Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show honors that legacy with a high-energy production that has become one of Southeast Alaska's most beloved family attractions.
From the moment the whistle blows, the arena fills with the sharp crack of axes biting into wood, the whine of crosscut saws, and the splash of logrolling competitors fighting to stay upright. You will watch world-class athletes tackle springboard chopping, speed climbing up 50-foot poles, axe throwing, and the always-thrilling log roll. Between events, the hosts share stories of Alaska's logging history and keep the crowd cheering as Team Spruce squares off against Team Dawson. Covered grandstand seating means rain or shine, the Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show goes on, and every seat offers a clear view of the action.
This experience is perfect for families with kids, cruise passengers looking for an easy and memorable shore stop, and anyone curious about traditional timber sports and Alaskan culture. History buffs will appreciate the nod to Ketchikan's working-class roots, while thrill seekers will get a kick out of the speed and skill on display. With its central location, short runtime, and crowd-pleasing format, the Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show is an easy yes for travelers who want a uniquely Alaskan slice of entertainment without straying far from the cruise docks or downtown shops.