Step back in time to Wild West drama at the Calico Saloon! This vintage television commercial captures the excitement of the “Gun Fight at Calico Saloon” — one of the signature live shows at Knott’s Berry Farm. Watch as outlaws and heroes clash in a dramatic showdown, set against the dust-choked streets of Ghost Town. The ad promises “just one of over 165 shows, rides, and adventures,” drawing visitors into the immersive frontier world of Knott’s.
In the whole experience, guests would have seen:
Costumed characters (cowboys, marshals, outlaws)
Prop firearms and theatrical gunfire (simulated, staged effects)
High tension standoffs on Main Street / Calico Square
The rustic saloon backdrop with swinging doors, balconies, and sawdust floors
A call to action: come for the show, stay for the rides & attractions
Credits / Notes:
This commercial is part of Knott's archival promotional effort to showcase its live entertainment offerings, particularly during the era when Western stunt shows w...
Tags, Events, and Projects