I'd have to say, one of the most unique and fun experiences you could have at Knott's Berry Farm is getting your picture taken at the old time Pitchur Gallery in Knott's Ghost Town. My family has visited the Pitchur Gallery many times over the years, and these visits are always some of the best times we have at the park! Not only do you get to take home the souvenir photo you take at the Pitchur Gallery, but you also get the experience of trying on old fashioned clothing. It gives you a glimpse of how it felt to wear the clothes that the people of the old wild west did. It was a great experience for all. Keep reading for our family's experience, plus current pricing, hours, and FAQs.
When you arrive at the Knott's Pitchur Gallery, a team member will take you to the Pitchur Gallery dressing room where you will get to choose a costume for your photo. There are three main styles to choose from: proper old west attire, military attire, and cowboy attire.
Getting Dressed up in Old-fashioned Clothing
There are so many choices of old fashioned wild west costumes in the Pitcher Gallery dressing room, with options made to fit most sizes. There are costumes for adults, children and even babies. Most of the clothing pieces can be worn over your own clothing, and dressing rooms are available to let you pick the outfit that looks best on you.
There are also lots of accessories to liven up your costumes, from vintage belts and hats to feather boas, parasols, and guns. Pick out whatever pieces you think will make your photo just right. Fun fact: it doesn't matter if your outfit matches, since the photos are printed in black and white or sepia tone and all the colors disappear anyway. So all you have to worry about is whether you like the style and look of your attire.
Taking Old-Fashioned Photos at Knott's
Now the fun begins. Knott's photographers will show you to the photo studio, where you can choose from five different scenes: a stable area, a saloon area, an old fashioned parlor area, a staircase, or a wild west outdoor scene complete with a bucking horse.
Once you pick your scene, the crew will pose you and your party for the perfect old fashioned wild west photo. It's a lot of fun... you kind of feel like a movie star.
During your photo session, the photographer will take a few different shots: some where no one smiles, some where everyone does. You can move into a couple of different poses too.
The photographers are great at setting up each scene just right and keeping everyone's attention, even the kids. They make the whole session enjoyable.
I wasn't sure about taking a saloon photo, but it ended up being a lot of fun. I think it's the most popular scene in the Pitchur Gallery.
When you're finished with your session, change out of your costume and head to the front desk to choose your favorites. There's no need to wait weeks: everything prints on the spot, with several size and color options available, plus a digital copy if you'd like one.
You can also purchase vintage-style frames in a variety of designs to display your photo, or even turn it into a wanted poster.
The Final Results
Let me share some of the finished photos our family got. Normally you take just one scene, unless you purchase multiple packages, but I wanted to show the different options available.
Remember the saloon scene... I really like how it turned out. I chose this one to be printed in black and white. It was the most fun to take, since you can add a lot of personality to it.
My son really wanted to take a picture riding the famous Knott's horse. I really like how it turned out, especially when printed in sepia tone.
Besides the sepia-toned and black and white photos, you can also choose a tinted option with just a hint of color. My husband and I thought it would be fun to take a proper old fashioned photo together. I probably should have picked the serious one, but I liked the one where we're both smiling. So I guess ours isn't entirely proper!
The boys took this fun robber photo of them stealing money in the barn area. It was hard to choose, because they took a lot of funny photos. I just have to laugh.
My favorite photo of the bunch was this family photo in sepia tone. I think it looks like it really was taken back in time, and it's probably going to be our Christmas card this year! It really is the perfect time to get those holiday card photos taken.
Pitchur Gallery Pricing, Hours & FAQs
Pitchur Gallery Pricing (2026)
Each photo session at the Knott's Pitchur Gallery includes (1) 8x10" or (2) 5x7" photos and (9) wallets. The pricing is calculated by the number of persons in the photo:
- 1 Person: $35
- 2 People: $40
- 3 People: $45
- 4 People: $50
- 5 People: $55
- 6 People: $60
- 7 People: $65
- 8 People: $70
- Each Additional Guest: +$10
Knott's Berry Farm Season Passholder discounts apply! Additional photos are available and charged as a la cart with varying prices.
Pitchur Gallery Hours
The Knott's Berry Farm Pitchur Gallery is open during park hours. Plan on 20-30 minutes for the experience.
FAQs
Do I need a reservation?
No advance reservations are available, but on busy days you'll need to sign up in person for a same-day time slot. It's best to head to the Pitchur Gallery as soon as you arrive at the park, since spots can fill up. Walk-ins are welcome, but if you wait too long on a crowded day, you may not get in.
Do I need full park admission, or is there a cheaper way in just for photos?
When Knott's offers shoppers passes, you can go into the Pitchur Gallery and take photos. But that would be the only time you wouldn't need a full park admission.
What are the current prices? Please see the section above "Pitchur Gallery Pricing (2026)" for current prices.
Do they provide shoes to wear?
No, they hide your feet in the photos, so there is no need for shoes.
Are plus-size costumes available?
Yes! The Pitchur Gallery offers costumes in a range of sizes, with adjustable ties that let you customize the fit.
Is the Pitchur Gallery open seasonally, or year-round?
The Knott's Pitchur Gallery is open year-round, whenever the park is open.
What time does it open relative to park opening?
The Pitchur Gallery is open during the same hours as the park.
Can I book a photo session without paying park admission?
There are no reservations, so you can't book a session. The only time you can get your photo taken without paying park admission, would be when Knott's is offering shoppers passes.
Can I purchase extra/all of the photos taken, not just the package ones?
Yes, you are allowed to purchase any of the photos taken.
Is it available for private events or party rentals?
No. The Pitcher Gallery is open to all park guests while the park is open to the public.
Are gift cards or gift certificates available?
You can's get a specific gift certificate for the Pitchur Gallery experience, but Knott's Berry Farm does offer general gift cards. So you can purchase one and specify to the gift receiver that it is for using to get the Old-fashioned photos.
The Pitchur Gallery experience at Knott's is one-of-a-kind and quite affordable. Each package includes one costume change, one scene, and a photo, priced based on how many people are in your group, and additional photos can be purchased separately. You can go solo or bring a large group. Getting your picture taken at the Pitchur Gallery makes for a fun souvenir from a visit with family or friends. And even if you don't want to get your picture taken, I highly recommend heading over to Ghost Town to peek inside; it's fun just watching everyone dressed up in costume. My family has had the best time taking our old fashioned photos at Knott's, and we plan to make it an annual tradition.
Liliana
Hi I'm been to Knott's before but I haven't been to this place I've heard of it and I do love the pictures that are taken but by any chance do you have the prices for them? Also I love the pictures of your family!
Mandy Moore
The prices for our western photos are as follows:
1 person - $32 6 persons - $57
2 persons - $37 7 persons - $62
3 persons - $42 8 persons - $67
4 persons - $47 9 persons - $72
5 persons - $52 10 persons - $77
Each additional guest add $5.00
The package includes 1 – 8x10 photo and 9 wallets.
Reprints and digital downloads are also available for $15.00 each.
Alyssa Schramm
Do I need a book ahead?
Marianne
Will you be open this summer? If so, do you have an opening date? Love your place!!
Ash
Do they have shoes you can wear, too?
Jill
No, They don't do shoes. They hide your feet in the photos.
Carlos Muñoz
How can I book
Paul DiGerolamo
Can I set an appointment without paying to come into the park? I need a photo with my 3 boys and I for a cover on a book.
Jp
Did you get an answer? That was my question. As well
jasmine
Are these the current prices now were looking to do family photos
James Burrough
Kids still being kids. Beautiful to see that Knotts is still taking care of our families.
Dan Felico
Is this still around? Can't find anything about it on their website?
Jill
Yes! It's located in Ghost Town.
Mary Hulse
Do you book in advance?
Jill
No, you can just walk in.
Mary Hulse
Do you need to pay for Knott’s admission to gain access to the Pitchur Gallery??
Jill
I believe you can get a shopper pass that is good for an hour.
mlaiuppa
Thank you so much. I tried to get information on this and even contacted Knott' themselves but they couldn't provide me with the information I wanted. I have a black and white photo of me sitting on the bucking mule from the old Pitchur gallery from circa 1960. I'm about 5 years old. Maybe four. Maybe six. I'm 65 now and thought it would be a lark to go and do it again. But I didn't want to drive all that way and pay admission only to find there was no more bucking horse or Pitchur Gallery. It isn't exactly like it was, the background is different, it's a horse, not a mule, it's facing the opposite direction and it is really expensive, even with the shopper's pass. But now that I know it's there I might still do it.
Jill
They do have a bucking horse! It is facing to the right and the background is a desert look.
Clint
I'd like to recreate a photo my dad, my sisters and I got there over 30 years ago.
Sandra Zendejas
Hello,
Is this available for a party rental?
Cheryl Martin
My daughter, son-in-law and grandson are making their annual visit to Knotts this month and, since they are moving out of state next year, I want them to have a great reminder of their many experiences. Pitchur Gallery is exactly what I was looking for. Do you have any gift card type notice of your gallery that I can surprise them with before their next visit?
Daniel Winslow
What is the pricing? Saw some pricing from July 2019. Are they still open?
Jody
Do they have plus size outfits ? Do they provide shoes ?
Jill
No shoes, they don't show. But yes on plus sized outfits. They have ties in the back, so you can make tighter or looser.
hope washington
I'm visiting a friend in southern Ca. I moved to utah 8 years ago but still miss the CA theme parks especially Knott's. I'm trying to get her to go there. I thought we could an old time photo at the park. Since I'm only seeing posts from 2019 and my post is 2023, have the prices have gone up? I would really like her to experience this. Thanks.
Paola Torres
Do i need an appointment
Jill
No!
Jim
Are you open once the park is open at 10am? If not, what time do you open?
Tony
We had our pictures taken yesterday and wish we would have bought all our photos is that possible.