Mississippi Axe Throwing: 8 Venues From the Gulf Coast to the Jackson Metro (2026 Guide)

Eight axe throwing venues in a state of 3 million people. That might not sound like much until you realize Mississippi has more axe throwing options per capita than California. The Magnolia State's venues are not clustered in one metro -- they are scattered from the Gulf Coast casino strip in Biloxi to the Jackson suburbs to the pine belt towns of southern Mississippi, giving most of the state's population a venue within a reasonable drive.

What stands out about Mississippi's axe throwing scene is who runs it. Two of the eight venues are women-owned. Several double as full restaurants and bars rather than dedicated throwing-only facilities. And the review numbers tell a story of genuine loyalty -- Alley Cats in Hattiesburg has 373 five-star-dominated reviews in a city of 48,000 people. That is not tourist traffic. That is a community coming back.

The Jackson Metro -- Three Venues, Three Angles

Mississippi's capital region accounts for three of the state's eight venues, each taking a different approach to the same audience: the 600,000 people in the Jackson metropolitan area.

### Timber Tavern Axe Throwing -- Madison

Timber Tavern Axe Throwing in Madison holds a perfect 5.0-star rating across 155 Google reviews -- and only four of those reviews are below five stars. That is an absurd consistency for any entertainment venue, let alone one that hands sharp objects to strangers.

Timber Tavern operates as a sports bar with axe throwing, not the other way around. The bar serves cocktails, beer, and food. The atmosphere is casual, the crowd is groups and couples, and the throwing lanes share space with pool tables and TVs. Wednesday through Saturday evenings only -- this is not a daytime destination.

Madison itself is one of Mississippi's wealthiest suburbs, sitting 15 miles north of downtown Jackson along I-55. The town's families, young professionals, and corporate transplants provide a customer base that expects quality and is willing to pay for it.

Hours: Wednesday-Thursday 5-11 PM, Friday-Saturday 5 PM-2 AM. Closed Sunday-Tuesday.

Best for: Date nights, friend groups who want the bar atmosphere, and anyone who wants to combine throwing with a full night out. See our axe throwing bars guide.

### Black Axes Grill & Bar -- Brandon

Black Axes Grill & Bar in Brandon is the most ambitious venue in Mississippi. Axe throwing, live music, pool tables, a full restaurant menu, and a bar that runs until 2 AM on weekends -- this is a multi-activity entertainment complex built for the Rankin County crowd.

At 4.3 stars across 200 reviews, Black Axes has the lowest rating in the state, but context matters. Restaurant-bar hybrids always accumulate more mixed reviews because the evaluation surface is wider -- people rate the food, the service, the music, and the throwing separately. A 4.3 for a venue doing that many things simultaneously is not bad. The 145 five-star reviews suggest the core experience is strong.

Brandon sits east of Jackson across the Pearl River, serving as the county seat of Rankin County. The venue's location on Old Fannin Road puts it in Brandon's commercial corridor -- easy to find, easy to park, and central to the metro's eastern suburbs.

Hours: Open seven days. Monday-Thursday 4-11 PM, Friday 4 PM-2 AM, Saturday 11 AM-2 AM, Sunday 11 AM-10 PM.

Best for: Large groups, birthday parties, and anyone who wants the most options under one roof. The live music adds energy on weekend nights.

### ChunkiT Axe Games -- Pearl

ChunkiT Axe Games at the Outlets of Mississippi in Pearl brings a 4.9-star rating with a family-friendly, LGBTQ+-friendly approach. Located inside a major outlet mall next to a Bass Pro Shop, ChunkiT benefits from foot traffic that no standalone venue can replicate -- shoppers wander past, see people throwing axes, and decide that is more interesting than the next store.

ChunkiT is the most accessible Mississippi venue by multiple measures. They offer military discounts, open seven days a week (the only Mississippi venue with that distinction), and start afternoon hours at 2 PM instead of the evening-only schedule most competitors run.

Hours: Monday-Wednesday 2-8 PM, Thursday 2-9 PM, Friday 2-10 PM, Saturday 12-10 PM, Sunday 1-8 PM.

Best for: Families, kids, daytime sessions, and combining with a shopping trip. Military families from nearby Camp Shelby should ask about discounts.

The Gulf Coast -- Casino Country Gets an Edge

### Skål Axe Throwing -- Biloxi

Skål Axe Throwing on Howard Avenue in Biloxi is the Gulf Coast's axe throwing anchor. A 4.8-star rating across 267 reviews makes it the second-most-reviewed venue in Mississippi, built on a customer mix of Biloxi locals, casino visitors, and beach tourists who want something to do when the sun goes down or the weather turns.

The name "Skål" is the Scandinavian drinking toast -- a nod to the Viking roots of axe throwing that most American venues skip. The venue sits on Howard Avenue, Biloxi's main commercial strip running parallel to the beach and the casino row. That location puts it within walking distance of the Hard Rock, Beau Rivage, and Golden Nugget casinos.

For the Mississippi Gulf Coast -- a region that lives and dies by tourism -- Skål fills a genuine niche. The casinos have slots, shows, and buffets covered. The beach handles daytime entertainment. What was missing was a competitive, physical, slightly dangerous group activity for the evening crowd that does not gamble. Skål is it.

Hours: Wednesday-Thursday 4-9 PM, Friday 4-11 PM, Saturday 11 AM-11 PM, Sunday 12-6 PM. Closed Monday-Tuesday.

Best for: Tourist groups, bachelor and bachelorette parties in the casino corridor, and Biloxi locals looking for a weekend activity.

The Pine Belt -- Mississippi's Hidden Corridor

Southern Mississippi's pine belt region -- Hattiesburg, Poplarville, Purvis -- accounts for three venues in a stretch of towns most non-Mississippians have never heard of. This is where the state's axe throwing scene gets interesting.

### Alley Cats Axe Throwing Company -- Hattiesburg

Alley Cats Axe Throwing Company on West Pine Street in downtown Hattiesburg is the statistical crown jewel of Mississippi axe throwing. Perfect 5.0-star rating. 373 reviews -- 363 of which are five stars. Women-owned. In a city of 48,000 people. Those numbers do not make sense until you understand what Alley Cats has done.

The venue sits at the alley entrance of 220 West Pine Street in Hattiesburg's downtown historic district. "Alley entrance" is not a euphemism for hard-to-find -- it is the actual address, and finding it is part of the charm. Hattiesburg's downtown has undergone a revival in the past decade, and the Pine Street corridor is the heart of it: restaurants, bars, galleries, and the University of Southern Mississippi's student population feeding a walkable nightlife district.

Alley Cats also operates a mobile unit called the STRAY CAT -- a portable axe throwing setup they bring to weddings, corporate events, festivals, and private parties across southern Mississippi. In a rural-ish region where driving 30-60 minutes to a fixed venue is standard, the mobile option is not a gimmick -- it is smart business.

Hours: Monday-Thursday 5-10 PM, Friday 5 PM-12 AM, Saturday 12 PM-12 AM. Closed Sunday.

Best for: The best overall axe throwing experience in Mississippi. Period. College students, downtown Hattiesburg regulars, and anyone willing to make the drive.

### Hatchet House -- Poplarville

Hatchet House on South Main Street in Poplarville is a women-owned, weekend-only operation in a town of 3,000 people. Poplarville sits along I-59 between Hattiesburg and the Gulf Coast -- a pass-through town that Hatchet House has turned into a stop-worth-making.

At 4.7 stars with 10 reviews, it is the smallest-scale venue in the state, but the kid-friendly policy and small-town atmosphere make it the opposite of intimidating. This is where you bring your family on a Saturday evening when you want something different.

Hours: Friday-Saturday 5-10 PM only.

### Valhalla Axe Throwing & Games -- Purvis

Valhalla Axe Throwing & Games on US-11 in Purvis rounds out the pine belt trio. Another weekend operation (Friday-Sunday 5-10 PM) in a small town south of Hattiesburg. Purvis is where you go if Hattiesburg's Alley Cats is booked and you want to stay in the region.

Southwest Mississippi

### Axe Throw -- Brookhaven

Axe Throw on US-51 in Brookhaven is the most bare-bones entry on this list. Minimal online presence, one review, and a location in a town of 12,000 along the interstate between Jackson and the Louisiana border. If you are passing through Brookhaven and want to throw, it exists. But for a dedicated trip, the Jackson metro or Hattiesburg venues are worth the extra drive.

Mississippi at a Glance

What Sets Mississippi Apart

### The Bar-and-Food Integration

Mississippi venues lean harder into the restaurant-bar hybrid model than most states. Black Axes is a full grill. Timber Tavern is a sports bar. Skål serves drinks. Alley Cats sits in a walkable bar district. Only ChunkiT operates as a pure entertainment-first venue. This is partly cultural -- Mississippi socializing revolves around food and drink -- and partly practical. In a state with lower population density, a venue needs multiple revenue streams to survive.

### Small-Town Viability

Three of Mississippi's eight venues are in towns under 50,000 people. Two are in towns under 5,000. That is unusual nationally -- most states concentrate axe throwing in metro areas. Mississippi's network of small-town venues (Poplarville, Purvis, Brookhaven) suggests either a broader cultural appetite for the activity or entrepreneurs who understand their local markets well enough to make small-scale operations work.

### Women-Owned Businesses

Alley Cats (Hattiesburg) and Hatchet House (Poplarville) are both women-owned, representing 25% of the state's venues. That is a higher proportion than most states and worth noting for customers who prioritize supporting women-owned businesses.

Planning Your Visit

Best single venue? Alley Cats in Hattiesburg. The ratings, review count, and downtown location make it the clear winner for a destination trip.

Jackson area local? Timber Tavern in Madison for the upscale bar vibe, ChunkiT in Pearl for families and daytime sessions, Black Axes in Brandon for the full night-out package.

Gulf Coast tourist? Skål in Biloxi, especially if you are already in the casino corridor and want a break from gambling.

Driving through southern Mississippi? Alley Cats in Hattiesburg if you have time for a session. Hatchet House in Poplarville if it is a Friday or Saturday evening and you are passing through on I-59.

What to wear: Closed-toe shoes and comfortable clothes. Mississippi-specific: it is hot and humid from May through September. Venues are air-conditioned, but you will appreciate breathable fabrics for the walk from the parking lot. Full guide: what to wear axe throwing.

Reservations: Strongly recommended at Alley Cats and Skål on weekends. Timber Tavern and Black Axes are more walk-in friendly given their bar format. ChunkiT's daytime hours usually have availability. Most venues support online booking.

FAQ

What is the best axe throwing venue in Mississippi?

Alley Cats Axe Throwing Company in Hattiesburg. A 5.0-star rating across 373 reviews in a small city is exceptional. The downtown location, women-owned identity, and mobile unit give it more character than any other venue in the state.

Is there axe throwing on the Mississippi Gulf Coast?

Yes. Skål Axe Throwing in Biloxi on Howard Avenue, near the casino strip. Open Wednesday through Sunday. It is the only dedicated venue on the coast.

Can families do axe throwing in Mississippi?

ChunkiT Axe Games in Pearl is the most explicitly family-friendly venue, with daytime hours and a kid-friendly policy. Hatchet House in Poplarville also welcomes kids. Check individual venue age policies before booking. See our age requirements guide.

How much does axe throwing cost in Mississippi?

Expect $25-$40 per person for a standard session. Mississippi pricing is generally below the national average, reflecting the state's lower cost of living. Group rates and military discounts are available at several venues. Full breakdown: how much does axe throwing cost.

Is there mobile axe throwing in Mississippi?

Alley Cats in Hattiesburg operates the STRAY CAT mobile unit, available for private events, weddings, corporate outings, and festivals across southern Mississippi. See our mobile axe throwing guide.

Explore all Mississippi axe throwing venues in our directory. New to throwing? Our beginner's guide covers everything you need to know before your first session.