Photo Gallery: 'The Greatest Of All Time' Pageant Of The Masters Showcases Living Art

LAGUNA BEACH, CA — Laguna Beach's storied Pageant of the Masters draws thousands to the idyllic coastal enclave every single summer.

The pageant celebrated its final show this past weekend, marking the end of the summer season.

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This year's pageant theme was "The Greatest of All Time" and saw recreations of iconic works of art from artists spanning history.

The show recreated works by Michelangelo, Picasso, Monet, Van Gogh, Vermeer, Frida Kahlo and Norman Rockwell.

"Being part of the Pageant is unlike anything I've ever experienced. For a few moments each night, you become part of a masterpiece and part of a tradition that has inspired audiences for generations," Pageant volunteer Jennifer Mason said. "There's something incredibly special about knowing that people travel from around the world to experience this show, and that you're helping bring art to life right before their eyes."

In addition, attendees were treated to depictions of Rome's Trevi Fountain and the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C.

"This year's production celebrates the artists and artworks that have stood the test of time and continue to inspire generations," Director of the Pageant of the Masters Diane Challis Davy said. "Whether you're an art lover, a first-time visitor, or someone who has attended for decades, 'The Greatest of All Time' offers a chance to experience these masterpieces in an entirely new way."

The final show featured the pageant's well-known still "living pictures" with an extra twist — during the performance, pageant actors broke out of their portraits and sprang into action.

During the Festival of Arts, visitors were given a chance to explore and purchase original works from 120 Orange County artists across all mediums.

Guests met artists, enjoyed live music and entertainment, witnessed art demonstrations, or engaged in one of the hands-on art workshops offered at the festival.

In addition, the final day of the show marked the conclusion of the festival's annual car raffle, where one lucky attendee won a brand-new 2026 Volvo XC90 B6.