Rockstar Games Presents: 37th Annual Skyscraper Cycling Classic

This year, Rockstar Games is hosting the Annual Skyscraper Cycling Classic in Harlem, New York City.

Amateurs and Olympians alike will descend upon Harlem’s Marcus Garvey Park on Father’s Day, June 20th to compete in the 37th annual David Walker Memorial Harlem Skyscraper Cycling Classic. As we’ve mentioned before, cycling is a major passion for a lot of the Rockstar staff in New York. Sponsoring the race for a second consecutive year gives us the opportunity to mix our enthusiasm for cycling with an event that enriches the community.

This year’s David Walker Memorial Pro/Am and children’s races have also been designated as NYC Mayor’s Cup events, awarding the winners of each division with an NYC Mayor’s Cup and title of “Fastest Riders in New York City.” The NYC Mayor’s Cup is a program of NYC & Company’s Sports Marketing Department, which was recently revamped to include more sporting events than ever throughout New York City.

The race day will begin with a series of Children’s and Community Races from 12:00 to 1:00 PM. Each child who competes will be given a free helmet and t-shirt courtesy of the New York City Department of Transportation. Winners of the Children’s Races will each receive a free bicycle.

The United States Olympic Committee has named the Harlem Cycling Classic as the New York City representative for the worldwide Olympic Day celebration. A ceremony will be held during the children’s races between the hours of 12 – 1 PM.

Adding to the block party atmosphere throughout the day is a tentative lineup of live performances by hip-hop icons Biz Markie, DJ Mister Cee (as heard on Grand Theft Auto IV’s The Beat 102.7 radio station) and others to be announced. New York City’s famed Wafels & Dinges and Frites & Meats food trucks will also be on hand providing delicious eats for all in attendance. Jumbotron screens and a series of amateur races will warm up the crowd for the David Walker Memorial pro/am at 4 PM.

Members of the Rockstar Games staff will also be on-hand with Rockstar-branded merchandise – look for us near the start/finish line.

Official Website: Skyscraper Cycling Classic