Aric Cruz executes a turn in the muddy tracks of the Cow Town Raceway Park as he leads an Intermediate Class race during the Marianas Racing Association’s 2023 Turkey Cross.
GET ready for an unforgettable, adrenaline-pumping weekend at the Cowtown Raceway Park for Marianas Racing Association’s annual Turkey Cross Motocross Race on Thanksgiving weekend, Nov. 30 and Dec. 1, 2024. This is not just any race — it’s a thrilling showdown of speed, skill, and heart-pounding action! Guam’s top riders are revving up, with around 30 (and counting!) adrenaline-fueled athletes loading their bikes into two massive 40-foot containers, set to arrive just in time for the race.
For the past two years, Guam has proudly joined the MRA Turkey Cross, with families flocking to Saipan to cheer on their favorite racers while soaking up the island’s famous hospitality, delectable cuisine, sun-kissed beaches, and pulse-racing excitement. And this year? It’s going to be even bigger and better!
Mark your calendars for Saturday, Nov. 30, and Sunday, Dec. 1, where the action kicks off at 10 a.m. sharp both days. With two intense heats on Saturday and one final heat on Sunday, you won’t want to miss a single minute of the high-speed action! Saturday’s races will wrap up around 5 p.m., while Sunday’s thrilling finale concludes around 2 p.m. But the excitement doesn’t stop when the races end — join us at for fellowship, banquet, and awards ceremony to celebrate the weekend’s champions and the spirit of motocross!
Bring the whole family out and get ready to cheer your heart out! Pack your tents, tables, chairs, BBQ pits, coolers, and loads of excitement for a full weekend of exhilarating races, all set against the breathtaking backdrop of the racetrack and the ocean in Marpi. Best part? Entry is free! But be sure to arrive early to secure your prime spot for an unforgettable view.
Saipan is ready to defend its title as the Expert Champion for the past two years, so let’s make sure everyone enjoys the race in safety. Please respect the track and barriers to keep the event fun and secure for all. As a reminder, all public spectators are not allowed on the track without any approval from racetrack officials and must refrain from standing on any of the barriers.
A huge thank you to all the incredible supporters who make this event possible — including Gov. Arnold Palacios, Lt. Governor David Apatang, SNILD Chair JP Sablan, Saipan Mayor RB Camacho, members of the House of Representatives, the Marianas Visitors Authority, the Department of Finance, Joeten Motors, Herman’s Modern Bakery, Marpac, YCO True Value, Monster Energy, D&Q, and our tireless track maintenance crew from the Department of Public Works led by Mike Borja and the amazing team at the Mayor’s Office! Your dedication makes this event a reality, and we couldn’t do it without you.
It’s time Marianas! Get ready for a weekend of speed, excitement, and community — it’s time to rev your engines and race into Thanksgiving weekend like never before!
