18th Ave Coming To The Jam is a family-friendly, community-centered cultural tribute honoring the Miami music artists and DJs whose names now live on through street designations along Northwest 18th Avenue.

The event takes place on NW 18th Avenue “Broadway”

The Ave will be closed off from NW 62nd Terrace to NW 71st Street for the event.

Rooted in the tradition of historic block jams and DJ culture. 12 blocks, 24 intersections, FIRST TIME EVER!

Honoring Miami’s Musical Artists

This event serves as a public homage and recognition moment for the artists honored with street designations along NW 18th Avenue—celebrating their contributions, influence, and lasting cultural impact.

The Experience

•Live DJ sets & curated music sets featuring Bo Da Lover & Pure Funk DJ’s, Miami Sliders, and Showdown DJ’s. Walls of Bass from 62nd to 71st!!!

•Artist Recognition’s & Interactive Activation’s on the Block

•Kid Zone w/Free Face Painting, Take home Arts n Crafts & more

•Food Trucks at every block

18th Ave Coming To The Jam preserves history, honors legacy, and brings the community together where Miami’s music lives in the streets, then and now.

Cultural Significance

During segregation in the 1950s, NW 18th Avenue in Liberty City became a cultural refuge for Black artists who were barred from staying on Miami Beach after sunset. Alongside Brownsville and Overtown, the area earned the nickname “Broadway,” filled with juke joints, clubs, and creative spaces. Today, under the leadership of Miami Dade County Commissioner Keon Hardemon, NW 18th Avenue stands as a recognized cultural corridor, honoring both legacy and contemporary Miami artists through street namings and preservation efforts.

Songs by Miami Artists Honored Through Street Designations

2 Live Crew (2LC) • Ball Greezy • Betty Wright • Busta Free• City Girls • DJ Khaled • Flo Rida • Ice Berg • Inner Circle • Jackie O J-Shin • JT Money • Kase 100 & YD • Luke • Major Nine • Michael Sterling • Mike Smiff • Piccalo • Pitbull • Rick Ross • Trick Daddy • Pretty Ricky • Trina • Uncle Al • Zoe Dollaz

Broadway 305 Hip Hop Museum
A featured community partner and cultural landmark along the 18th Avenue corridor, helping celebrate Miami’s rich hip hop history during 18th Ave Coming To The Jam.

Pure Funk DJs / Bo the Lover
OG’s of the Ave — known for their early jam sessions that helped shape the sound of 18th Avenue. Now bringing that original energy to the 70th Street Stage at 18th Ave Coming To The Jam.