Two-day celebration of baseball, music, and culture headlined by All-Star Vladimir Guerrero Jr., featuring a Home Run Derby, Celebrity Softball Game, VIP Gala, and live performances
Miami, FL- October 6, 2025 – Tickets will officially go on sale Thursday, October 9th for one of the most anticipated sports and entertainment weekends of the year: La Gente del Barrio’s Celebrity Softball Game & Home Run Derby, happening Saturday, December 6, 2025, at loanDepot park the home of the Miami Marlins. Fans can secure their seats at Marlins.com/Derby. Tickets will include premium and general admission seating as well as exclusive VIP/packages, which include premium access, food & beverage and behind-the-scenes experiences. Premium ticket pricing will start at $125 and include affordable tickets at $25. With limited VIP availability, early purchase is strongly encouraged.
La Gente del Barrio foundation, founded by Tito Lebron, leads this milestone event and will benefit the VG27 Foundation, led by MLB All-Star Vladimir Guerrero Jr. “As the founder of La Gente del Barrio, I am proud to bring this event to Miami, a city where sports, music, and culture unite for a cause,” said Tito Lebrón. “At the heart of this event is our mission to give back, creating opportunities and hope for families and communities who need it most.”
For Guerrero Jr., the weekend represents both passion and purpose. “It’s an honor that La Gente del Barrio has chosen the VG27 Foundation as the beneficiary of this incredible event,” said Guerrero Jr. “Every swing we take is for children and families in need. This is about more than baseball it’s about hope, opportunity, and giving back to the communities that raised us.”
loanDepot park, home of the Miami Marlins, is set to welcome La Gente del Barrio’s Celebrity Softball Game and Home Run Derby on December 6, further cementing its reputation as on South Florida’s premier destinations for world-class events. Known for hosting a wide range of marquee sports, entertainment, and cultural showcases, loanDepot park provides a dynamic stage that connects the community through unforgettable experiences.
“Miami is the perfect backdrop for an event with this much star-power, and loanDepot park is proud to serve as its stage,” said Caroline O’Connor, Miami Marlins President of Business. “La Gente del Barrio’s Celebrity Softball Game and Home Run Derby align seamlessly with our mission to host dynamic experiences that bring our community together and showcase the very best of what the ballpark has to offer.”
The action-packed weekend begins with a VIP Gala on Friday, December 5, followed by Saturday’s Celebrity Softball Game at 1:00 PM and the Home Run Derby at 4:00 PM, headlined by Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and joined by a lineup of MLB superstars. The evening will close with concert performances from leading Latin music artists (to be announced). Fans will also enjoy a festival-style experience with interactive zones, sponsor activations, and exclusive VIP opportunities throughout the weekend.
About La Gente del Barrio Foundation La Gente del Barrio Foundation is a nonprofit that blends sports, entertainment, and philanthropy to create meaningful events benefiting youth empowerment, and education that raise funds for organizations dedicated to youth empowerment and community well-being. With recognized initiatives in Canada and Puerto Rico, the foundation now expands its mission to Miami, offering spaces where athletes, artists, and leaders join forces to turn passion into action.
About VG27 Foundation Founded in 2022 by MLB All-Star Vladimir Guerrero Jr., the VG27 Foundation continues the Guerrero family’s 16-year tradition of community service. Its programs support education, sports, health, and the environment, delivering medical aid, food initiatives, youth resources, and sports equipment to thousands of families across the Dominican Republic, the United States, and Canada.
