2025 iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina Lights Up Miami with Iconic Performances
The 2025 iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina once again proved why it’s one of the most anticipated celebrations of Latin music and culture in the United States. Held at the Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida on Saturday, October 25, this year’s edition united some of the biggest names in Latin music including Gilberto Santa Rosa, Morat, Kapo, Oscar D’León, Danny Ocean, Olga Tañón, Chyno y Nacho, Elvis Crespo, DJ Nelson, and Lenier for an unforgettable night filled with rhythm, energy, and Latin pride.
Hosted by Enrique Santos, President and Chief Creative Officer of iHeartLatino, the star-studded event was streamed globally on ViX, TelevisaUnivision’s leading Spanish-language platform, and broadcast live on iHeartRadio’s stations across the U.S., making Latin music the heartbeat of the night.
Gilberto Santa Rosa Honored with the iHeartRadio Corazón Latino Award
The legendary Gilberto Santa Rosa, affectionately known as El Caballero de la Salsa, received the prestigious iHeartRadio Corazón Latino Award presented by State Farm for his extraordinary contributions to Latin music. With a career spanning over four decades, Santa Rosa’s timeless classics, including “Conciencia,” “Que Manera de Quererte,” “Perdóname,” “Vivir Sin Ella,” and “Conteo Regresivo,” continue to define generations.
From his early beginnings with Puerto Rican orchestras to his global success as a solo artist, Santa Rosa has elevated salsa into an international language of joy and love. His award honors not only his powerful voice and unmatched artistry but also his legacy as a cultural ambassador of Latin music.
Unforgettable Performances That Moved Miami
The 2025 lineup brought a vibrant mix of genres and eras, turning the Kaseya Center into a celebration of Latin identity and rhythm.
- Lenier kicked off the night with high energy, getting the Miami crowd moving to “Papita Frita.”
- Chyno y Nacho delivered a nostalgia-filled set with fan favorites like “Me Voy Enamorando” and “Tú Me Quemas.”
- Danny Ocean transformed the stage into a tropical paradise, performing “Valare,” “Corazón,” and his global hit “Me Rehuso.”
- Olga Tañón turned the arena into one giant dance floor with her powerhouse vocals on “Presencie Tu Amor,” “Achilipu,” and “Así Yo Soy.”
- Kapo brought the heat with an electric set featuring “X Ti,” “UWAIE,” and “OHNANA,” complete with pyrotechnics.
- Morat, Colombia’s beloved pop-rock band, had the audience singing along to “Faltas Tú,” “Me Toca A Mí,” and “Besos en Guerra.”
- DJ Nelson kept the energy alive with remixes of hits from Bad Bunny, Daddy Yankee, and Nicky Jam before surprising fans with Christian Alicea for a live salsa medley.
- Gilberto Santa Rosa later took the stage with his full band, dancing through classics like “La Agarro Bajando,” “Conciencia,” and “Conteo Regresivo,” before receiving his well-deserved honor.
- Elvis Crespo electrified the night with “Píntame,” “Me Mataron,” and “Suavemente,” even jumping into the crowd to close his set in true festival spirit.
- Oscar D’León, El Faraón de la Salsa, closed out the evening with “Bravo de Verdad,” “Yo Quisiera,” and “Esa Mujer,” sealing the night with pure salsa excellence.
A Celebration of Culture and Connection
Through every performance, the 2025 iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina reminded fans why Latin music continues to dominate global culture, blending tradition, innovation, and passion on one electrifying stage. From salsa and reggaetón to pop and tropical fusion, the event was a showcase of unity and musical diversity.
With live coverage across ViX, Peacock, and iHeartRadio’s digital stations, including La Mezcla Fuego con DJ Xtreme, Beso, Rumba, Reggaeton Vieja Escuela, Salsa Bembe, and more, the fiesta reached millions of fans around the world, proving once again that Latin music is stronger and more vibrant than ever.
