Queen Sofía to Present Sophia Awards at Pérez Art Museum Miami Gala in 2026

Her Majesty Queen Sofía will travel from Spain to Miami to present the Sophia Awards for Excellence at a gala event on March 21, 2026, hosted at the Pérez Art Museum Miami. The awards, organized by the Queen Sofía Spanish Institute, will honor two couples: Jorge M. & Darlene Pérez and Frank & Haydée Rainieri, recognizing their leadership across the United States, Latin America, and the Caribbean. The event marks the start of commemorations for the 250th anniversary of U.S.-Spain relations and introduces the America&Spain250 initiative to Florida, highlighting Spanish-speaking contributions to American history. Proceeds from the gala support the institute's educational programs promoting Spanish cultural visibility.