¡HOLA! Americas Announces Latina Powerhouse 100 Gala 2026
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NEW YORK, Oct. 6, 2026 /CourierPR/ -- ¡HOLA! Americas is set to celebrate the sixth edition of the Latina Powerhouse 100, an annual list recognizing Latina women who are shaping their fields across the United States, Latin America, and beyond. This year, the event will take place on November 2, 2026, at Miami's Ziff Ballet Opera House, marking a significant milestone in the initiative's journey.
The Latina Powerhouse 100, which was born in 2020 as a digital platform celebrating the achievements and influence of Latina women, has evolved into a signature franchise of ¡HOLA! Americas. The gala, which will honor 100 women, will bring together more than 400 guests directly on the stage of the Ziff Ballet Opera House.
Nagidmy Márquez Acosta, Chief Content Officer of ¡HOLA!
The gala will feature special honors and a musical production titled "The Soundtrack of the Americas," performed by the Latina Powerhouse Big Band and special guests. The event will celebrate the cultural and generational connections through music, reflecting the diverse heritage of Latina women.
¡HOLA! Americas, which launched in New York in 2016 with a bilingual digital edition, has grown to become a leading entertainment and lifestyle platform for Hispanic audiences in the United States and Latin America. As part of the ¡HOLA! & HELLO! Media Group, ¡HOLA! Americas is present in 18 countries, with 15 print editions and 14 websites in eight languages. The group also operates a television channel serving Hispanic audiences in the United States and Latin America.
In October 2024, ¡HOLA! Americas celebrated its 80th anniversary by lighting the Empire State Building in its iconic red, marking eight decades since its founding in 1944. The gala will continue this tradition of celebrating Hispanic heritage and the achievements of Latina women, ensuring that their stories are told and remembered.
The event will feature a musical production created for the evening, titled "The Soundtrack of the Americas," which will celebrate music that has connected cultures and generations across the Americas. The Latina Powerhouse Big Band and special guests will perform, bringing together a diverse array of musical styles and artists.
The Latina Powerhouse 100 has recognized an extraordinary range of women over the years, including Shakira, Chita Rivera, Zoe Saldaña, Diana Trujillo, Karime López, Dany Garcia, Selena Gomez, Jordan Chiles, and Eva Longoria, representing excellence across entertainment, science, gastronomy, business, sports, and media. This year's gala will continue this tradition of recognizing and celebrating the achievements of Latina women.
The event will take place at the Ziff Ballet Opera House at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County, one of Miami's most iconic stages. The gala will transform the stage into an intimate setting to honor the 2026 Powerhouses, bringing together the honorees and special guests for a night of celebration and recognition.
¡HOLA! Americas is committed to sharing the stories of Latina women across its publications, social channels, and live experiences. The Latina Powerhouse 100 has grown far beyond its initial digital platform, evolving into a signature franchise that celebrates the legacy and achievements of these remarkable women. The event will continue to inspire and empower the next generation of Latina leaders and change-makers.