Kids can drive real construction equipment at Dig ‘N Zone Theme Park in Sevierville, TN

If your kids are obsessed with construction equipment or just want to try something new when you come out to Sevierville, TN, then the relatively new construction theme park, Dig ‘N Zone, is the place to try. 

Watch! We played at Dig ‘N Zone

There are only a few such places that exist in the United States (the others are nowhere near Greenville) and have dozens of rides with real, heavy-duty equipment to both ride and operate. There are height requirements for many of the rides, but smaller kids can also ride on the laps of their parents, so even they can do many of the attractions. 

Experiencing Dig ‘N Zone 

Dig ‘N Zone is family-owned and operated, opened in early 2024, and is a rare and unique theme park because they let you actually ride and operate real heavy machinery. 

It’s a park that is totally different than what you’ve probably experienced elsewhere. You’re not waiting to ride the rides (except for one crazy one) but rather you’re operating pieces of equipment: the excavators, backhoes, pavement rollers, and skid steers. 

You’re not watching the action at Dig ‘N Zone: you’re a part of the action. And that’s really what makes this park unique. Plus, where can your kids operate construction equipment? 

My kids and I liked doing the competition to knock down steel plates with a ball using a CAT 301.5. Driving the skid steer, which goes really slow, was fun because we’ve never done it before but my 10-year-old loved driving the big John Deere Gator (like a big golf cart). She did pretty well! 

My girls and I (they are 14 and 10) also got a kick out of driving the toy Jeeps. We tried to race unsuccessfully, but nothing goes too fast. It was fun, though. 

We never had to wait more than maybe 10 minutes at any given attraction, which was nice. You can check out the list of all the attractions here on the Dig ‘N Zone website.

We spent about two hours at Dig ‘N Zone and did most of the attractions plus got lunch.

Tips on Visiting Dig ‘N Zone 

Here are a few tips you may find helpful when you visit Dig ‘N Zone:

While there are some shaded areas, most of the park is out in the open. It’s important to wear sunscreen, have a hat, and hydrate often. 

Look at the minimum rider heights before you go. Most of the height minimums are at least 42” and some as tall as 52” so be sure to look at them before going to make sure your kids can ride them. Many rides allow lap riders as well. 

Bring your stroller if needed. Everything is paved and easy to navigate. 

Guests cannot bring outside or drink (except an unopened bottle of water) but there is a cafe inside the park. They have burgers, pizzas, and a kids’ menu. 

Check for specials.  See the theme park’s website and Dig ‘N Zone social media for current specials.

Honest Mom Review: Dig ‘N Zone

Looking for a Dig ‘N Zone Theme Park review? Here it is.
I had been wanting to go to this park since it opened because it was so different from anything I had ever experienced. I’m not someone who thinks construction equipment is super cool (although operating those heavy machines may change my mind) but I thought the park was really neat. 

My kids really enjoyed it, especially when they got to drive and operate the equipment themselves. It was fun for me to join in with them as an adult, which I think is another thing that makes the park unique. It’s truly for all ages. 

I can’t even imagine what it cost to build Dig ‘N Zone. The massive investment of equipment, space, and insurance I’m sure is enormous. This is why the ticket cost is not inexpensive. If you have a kid who loves construction or big equipment, you and your kid will absolutely love this place. Or if you want to do something less crazy than the bigger theme parks but still have a lot of fun, this place would be fantastic. 

Be sure to check out the gift shop. They have some really unique items for sale!

Tickets & Admission 

Tickets are currently priced at $69/adults, $55/kids (ages 3-11), $55/ages 65+. You can add on a Turbo Pass, which puts you at the front of the line for the attractions, which costs an extra $49-$59/person. 

There are other add-ons like crushing a small school bus or getting a gift bag that you can pay extra for when you get your tickets at the gate. Parking is free and plentiful. 

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