Pittsburgh Pirates Block Party
The Pittsburgh Pirates compete in Major League Baseball (MLB) and hold Spring Training at LECOM Park in Bradenton, Florida. As members of the Grapefruit League, the Pirates train here each spring before the regular season. The club has trained in the city since 1969, using LECOM Park as its game venue and Pirate City as its player development complex. Sharing both facilities, the Bradenton Marauders, a Single-A affiliate in the Florida State League (FSL), also call LECOM Park and Pirate City home.
The Pirates hosted their 2026 Block Party on Old Main Street in downtown Bradenton. Fans gathered to celebrate the start of camp at a street festival featuring interactive experiences, games, and food vendors. The event offered opportunities to learn more about the organization’s local facilities and programs. Several players attended to sign autographs and pose for photos, including Justin Lawrence, Isaac Mattson, Rafael Flores, and Brandan Bidois.
Beyond the Block Party festivities, LECOM Park serves as the Pirates’ Spring Training home and combines preserved architectural elements with modern fan amenities. A boardwalk circles the outfield, and open viewing areas give fans unique vantage points. Pirate City sits about five miles away. It operates as the team’s development hub with multiple practice fields and on-site housing for minor league players.
Events like the Block Party connect fans with the team’s Spring Training tradition and player development system.
Visit the Florida Pro Baseball Pittsburgh Pirates page for more Pirates information.
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