# MXGP motocross events in Afyonkarahisar > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/mxgp-motocross-events-in-afyonkarahisar > Updated: 2026-09-03T13:29:14.000Z. Sources: 13. Developments: 3. Afyonkarahisar continues to develop as a Turkish sports tourism hub, utilizing its thermal resources and modern infrastructure to host international events. A central component of this growth is the Afyonkarahisar Motor Sports Center. The region is hosting the MXGP World Motocross Championship for the ninth consecutive year in 2026. The event, scheduled for September 5-6, features approximately 150 elite riders from 25 different countries, including factory teams from major global brands. Notable competitors include world champions Jeffrey Herlings, Tim Gajser—who holds five world titles across the MXGP and MX2 categories—and two-time MXGP champion Romain Febvre. The official opening ceremony for the MXGP Turkey was held at the Afyonkarahisar Motor Sports Center, attended by local officials, athletes, and international federation representatives. Governor Dr. Naci Aktaş noted that hosting such large-scale international organizations contributes significantly to the city’s tourism and international visibility. Running alongside the championship is the five-day NG Afyon Motofest, which offers approximately 50 activities and 14 concerts. To support the local sports sector, the MXGP Academy also operates in the area to train young athletes, contributing to long-term infrastructural and educational development. ## Claims - The MXGP Türkiye event will be held in Afyonkarahisar on September 5-6, 2026. (corroborated by 3 sources) - This will be the 9th consecutive time the MXGP Türkiye stage is hosted. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Approximately 150 elite racers from 25 countries are expected to participate. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Jeffrey Herlings is a featured world champion competitor in the event. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Tim Gajser holds 4 MXGP and 1 MX2 world championships. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Romain Febvre is a participant who won the MXGP World Championship in 2015 and 2025. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Afyonkarahisar will become an important center for sports tourism. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The MXGP Turkey event is being held for the ninth time in Afyonkarahisar. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The MXGP Turkey races are scheduled for September 5-6. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The NG Afyon Motofest features 14 concerts and nearly 50 activities. (single source) - Selçuk Balcı, Emre Fel, and Motive performed on the first day of the Motofest. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-03: Afyonkarahisar hosts MXGP Turkey and NG Afyon Motofest Afyonkarahisar is hosting the MXGP Turkey World Motocross Championship and the NG Afyon Motofest, featuring international athletes and various musical performances. 10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/afyonkarahisar-hosts-mxgp-turkey-and-ng-afyon-motofest ### 2026-08-31: MXGP Türkiye to host world motocross stars in Afyonkarahisar The MXGP Türkiye motocross championship will be held in Afyonkarahisar on September 5-6, 2026, featuring 150 elite riders and world champions including Jeffrey Herlings and Tim Gajser. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mxgp-trkiye-to-host-world-motocross-stars-in-afyonkarahisar ### 2026-08-21: Afyonkarahisar emerges as a Turkish sports tourism hub Afyonkarahisar is growing as a sports tourism hub in Turkey, set to host the MXGP World Motocross Championship for the ninth consecutive time in 2026. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/afyonkarahisar-emerges-as-a-turkish-sports-tourism-hub --- Cite as: MXGP motocross events in Afyonkarahisar. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/mxgp-motocross-events-in-afyonkarahisar