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Paula Deen's Lumberjack Feud Supper Show amusement park in Pigeon Forge, TN
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View of Paula Deen's Lumberjack Feud Supper Show in Pigeon Forge, TN
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Paula Deen's Lumberjack Feud Supper Show

4.4(2,116 reviews)$$$Theater
🕑 2-2.5 hours including dinner service and the full lumberjack competition show👶 Best for ages 4 and up. The high-energy competitions, loud cheering, and interactive comedy appeal most to elementary and middle school-aged children who can sit through the 2-hour show. Toddlers may enjoy the action but can get restless during the meal portions.

About

Paula Deen's Lumberjack Feud Supper Show combines thrilling lumberjack competitions with a hearty meal, creating an action-packed dinner theater experience your kids will talk about long after vacation ends. Watch professional lumberjacks compete in axe throwing, log rolling, speed climbing, and saw events while enjoying a Southern-style feast in an outdoor arena setting with plenty of comedy and audience interaction to keep even the wiggliest kids entertained.

Highlights

  • Watching real lumberjacks compete in axe throwing and chainsaw carving competitions
  • Log rolling demonstrations that often end with hilarious splashes
  • Speed climbing races up 50-foot poles
  • Interactive comedy and audience participation throughout the show
  • Hearty Southern meal served during the entertainment

Pro Tips

  1. 1.Arrive 30-45 minutes early to get good seating (it's first-come, first-served within your section) and let kids explore the gift shop before the show starts
  2. 2.Request seating closer to the front if you have younger children who need a clear view of the action without standing
  3. 3.The arena is outdoors but covered,bring light jackets for evening shows as temperatures can drop, even in summer
  4. 4.Kids get to cheer for their team throughout the show, so prepare them for lots of enthusiastic audience participation
  5. 5.The meal is served family-style and includes kid favorites like chicken fingers, so even picky eaters will find something to enjoy

Best Time to Visit

Evening shows (typically 6-8pm) offer the best atmosphere with cooler temperatures in the outdoor arena, especially during summer months. Weekday shows tend to be less crowded than weekends, making it easier to get preferred seating.

What to Know

Admission includes both the show and a full Southern-style dinner served family-style. The venue is wheelchair accessible, though seating is on benches. Arrive early as seating is first-come, first-served within your ticketed section.

Seasonal Notes

Open year-round with showtimes varying by season. The outdoor arena is covered but open-air, so dress appropriately for weather. Summer shows may be warmer before sunset, while fall and winter evening shows require jackets. Check the website for specific show times and seasonal schedule changes.

Nearby Eats

The Old Mill Restaurant (historic setting with Southern comfort food and kids' menu) and Mel's Diner (classic 50s-style diner with burgers and shakes) are both within a few minutes' drive, though you won't need dinner if attending the show since a full meal is included.

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