Miami Beach Honors Gloria Estefan with Street Naming Celebration

🌴 MIAMI BEACH, FL — The rhythm of Miami just got a little more Conga! The City of Miami Beach is honoring global superstar and hometown icon Gloria Estefan by naming a street after her — a tribute to her legendary career, cultural impact, and decades of dedication to the South Florida community.

City officials have announced that 13th Street between Ocean Drive and Meridian Avenue will now be officially known as “Gloria Estefan Way.” The decision was made unanimously by the Miami Beach City Commission, recognizing Estefan as not only a Grammy-winning artist but also a beloved local resident, philanthropist, and business leader.

🎶 A Miami Legend Comes Full Circle

Born in Cuba and raised in Miami, Gloria Estefan’s story is one of perseverance, passion, and pride. Alongside her husband and producer Emilio Estefan, she helped introduce Latin rhythms to mainstream pop music, selling over 100 million records and earning multiple Grammy Awards.

But beyond her musical success, Estefan’s roots run deep in Miami Beach. The Estefans own the iconic Cardozo Hotelon Ocean Drive — a South Beach landmark they lovingly restored — symbolizing their commitment to preserving Miami’s history and culture.

“Gloria Estefan has made Miami Beach proud for decades,” said Mayor Steven Meiner. “Her music put our city on the world stage, and her contributions to our community go far beyond entertainment. Naming a street in her honor ensures her legacy will live on right here where it all began.”

🌺 Celebrating Women Who Shaped Miami

The naming of Gloria Estefan Way is part of a broader initiative by the Miami Beach Commission for Women to recognize influential women who have shaped the city’s identity. Until recently, only one street in Miami Beach was named after a woman.

“Gloria represents everything we love about this city — diversity, creativity, and resilience,” said Commissioner Kristen Rosen González, who supported the measure. “She’s an inspiration to every little girl who dreams big and dances to her own beat.”

🎤 The Big Reveal

The official dedication ceremony for Gloria Estefan Way is set for Monday, October 13, on Ocean Drive. Fans and residents are invited to join the Estefan family, city leaders, and community members for a celebration featuring live music, dance, and a special appearance by Gloria herself.

“It’s such an honor,” Estefan said in a statement. “Miami Beach has been a part of my heart and my story for so many years. To have my name on a street here — it means the world to me.”

🌞 A Lasting Legacy

Gloria Estefan’s influence extends far beyond music. From her humanitarian efforts and support for education and healthcare to her role as an ambassador of Latin culture, she embodies the spirit of Miami — vibrant, welcoming, and full of life.

Now, with Gloria Estefan Way, Miami Beach ensures that her rhythm, voice, and passion will continue to inspire generations to come — right where the beat of the city never stops.

💃 “The rhythm is gonna get you,” says the song — and now, so will the street sign.