The Salvadoran government declared Francisco Gavidia as "Salvadoran meritísimo" in 1933 and in 1939 the city of San Miguel paid him a tribute that included the baptism with his name of the theater of the city.
In recognition of his contributions, the Salvadoran government bestowed upon Francisco Gavidia the title of "Salvadoran distinguished" in 1933. The city of San Miguel subsequently honored him by naming its local theater after him in 1939 as part of a tribute.