An Unforgettable Weekend at LoanDepot Park in Miami!

What a weekend. What a crowd. What a moment for La Gente del Barrio.

LGDB proudly brought the community together at LoanDepot Park for the 2025 Home Run Derby & Celebrity Softball Game, and the energy was nothing short of electric. From first pitch to final swing, the stadium was filled with passion, culture, and pure love for the game.

This wasn’t just an event — it was a celebration of community, heritage, and the power of sport to unite people from all walks of life.

A major highlight of this year’s event was the star-studded lineup competing in the Home Run Derby. These guys smashed balls and left everyone in awe. The official HRD participants were Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Junior Caminero, Fernando Tatis Jr., Juan Soto, Oneil Cruz, Noelvi Marte, José Ramírez, Teoscar Hernández, and Elly De La Cruz and Ketel Marte. Their presence sets the tone for an unforgettable display of athleticism and star power on the field.

Additional MLB athletes attending the event included Anthony Santander, Gleyber Torres,  Santiago Espinal, Julio Rodríguez, Ezequiel Tovar, Lourdes Gurriel Jr., and Miguel Rojas. Jorge Posada and Laura Posada will also participate, adding an iconic presence to an already star-studded event.

The entertainment lineup features Gente de Zona, Chef Yisus, Águeda López, Clarissa Molina, Adriana Cataño, Migbelis Castellanos, Tony Dandrades, Aly Sánchez, Jessica Rodríguez, Chef Adrianne, Carlos Adyan, Kodak Black, and Roberto Hernandez. Additional personalities joining the celebration include Rashel Diaz, Formula 1 driver Maite Cáceres, Maity Interiano, La Gatita de El Zol, Paulina Sodi, Carolina Sarassa, Satcha Pretto, Daniella Urbay, and Bonco Quinongo. Hosting duties will be carried out by Enrique Santos, Orlando León, and Gloria Ordaz.

“La Gente Del Barrio is a celebration of who we are, our athletes, our artists, and our people,” said Tito Lebrón, founder of La Gente Del Barrio. “This event is more than a game; it is our culture on the field. Every year we look for ways to elevate the experience and offer something our community can be proud of.”

Proceeds from the Home Run Derby and Celebrity Softball Game will support the La Gente del Barrio Foundation, the VG 27 Foundation founded by Vladimir Guerrero Jr., and additional charitable partners dedicated to youth development and community initiatives across Latin America, the United States and Canada.

Thank You to Our Athletes, Celebrities & Special Guests

To the athletes, celebrities, and special guests who showed up, showed out, and brought the vibes — thank you. Your willingness to give your time, your energy, and your platform helped turn this weekend into something truly special.

From towering home runs to laughs in the dugout, you gave fans memories they’ll be talking about for years. You didn’t just play the game — you represented what LGDB is all about.

Much Love to Our Sponsors & Partners

Events like this don’t happen without incredible partners behind the scenes.

To our sponsors and brand partners, thank you for believing in the vision of La Gente del Barrio and helping us bring it to life on a world-class stage. Your support made it possible to create an experience that matched the scale, quality, and heart of this community.

We’re proud to build alongside brands that value culture, community, and impact.

To the Fans — This Was for You

Most importantly, thank you to the fans.

Whether you were in the stands, rocking LGDB gear, cheering every swing, or bringing your family out for the weekend — this event was for you. Your energy is what turned LoanDepot Park into a true Barrio.

Seeing generations come together, kids meeting their heroes, and fans connecting over baseball and culture reminded us exactly why we do this.

This Is Just the Beginning

The 2025 Home Run Derby & Celebrity Softball Game was a milestone moment for LGDB — but it’s only the start.

We’re building something bigger than events. We’re building a movement rooted in pride, culture, and community. And if this weekend proved anything, it’s that La Gente del Barrio is just getting warmed up.

From the entire LGDB family — thank you for being part of an unforgettable weekend.