Theater & Performances
Live performances are a lively part of Ketchikan’s arts and culture scene and take place throughout the year. The community offers a wide range of entertainment options, from full-scale stage productions and high-energy outdoor shows to smaller theater, dance, and live music performances.
Visitors can enjoy professionally produced shows in dedicated theater spaces, along with seasonal and family-friendly performances designed to entertain audiences of all ages. These larger productions are complemented by local plays, concerts, and dance performances that highlight the creativity and talent found throughout the community.
In addition to scheduled shows, Ketchikan features informal performances and live music in smaller venues, creating opportunities to experience local talent in a more relaxed setting. Together, these options offer visitors a variety of ways to enjoy live entertainment, whether they are looking for a polished production or a casual evening out.
For current shows, performances, and live music happening during your visit, check our Calendar of Events.
First City Players Community Theatre
- 335 Main st.
First City Players is a non-profit community organization dedicated to promoting and developing lifelong artists and audiences in the greater Ketchikan community and brings them together for dynamic and meaningful experiences in the performing arts.
The Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show
- 420 Spruce Mill Way
At The Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show you will witness some of the world's best lumberjacks go head to head in more than a dozen live exciting events such as chopping, sawing, relay races, axe throwing, log rolling and a 50-foot speed climb. Our colorful host will entertain you by introducing the…
SEAMAX LLC
- 405 Mission Street
Awaken your senses and experience Alaska like never before at Seamax - a 4D journey featuring the best of Alaska's excursions. Feel the wind, mist, snow, and rain - from Denali to Dog-mushing and beyond.
First City Players Community Theatre
- 335 Main st.
First City Players is a non-profit community organization dedicated to promoting and developing lifelong artists and audiences in the greater Ketchikan community and brings them together for dynamic and meaningful experiences in the performing arts.
SEAMAX LLC
- 405 Mission Street
Awaken your senses and experience Alaska like never before at Seamax - a 4D journey featuring the best of Alaska's excursions. Feel the wind, mist, snow, and rain - from Denali to Dog-mushing and beyond.
The Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show
- 420 Spruce Mill Way
At The Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show you will witness some of the world's best lumberjacks go head to head in more than a dozen live exciting events such as chopping, sawing, relay races, axe throwing, log rolling and a 50-foot speed climb. Our colorful host will entertain you by introducing the…