May the be with You- The Empire Strides Back 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon by Califlow Runs
About this race
May the 4th Be With You – 5K, 10K, Half Marathon | Long Beach
The Empire Strides Back – Medals, Chip Timing, Photos, Costume Fun!
🏅 Everyone Gets a Medal – No Force Powers Required!
Empire Strides Back – May the 4th Be With You 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon
📍 5000 E Ocean Blvd Long Beach, CA 90803
🗓 Sunday- May 3rd, 2026
Same Day Registration Opens at 6:00 AM @ the Race Ready Athletics Tents
Runner Check In/Bib Pick Up Opens at 6:00 AM
👟 Start Times Based on Distance :
Half Marathon: 7:00 AM
5K & 10K : 8:00 AM
1 Miler: 9:00 AM
Kids Dash: 9:30 AM
🚗 Parking:
Street parking is free. Lot parking is $2.00 per hour. Pay at machine in parking lot
🌌 Why You Should Join:
Ready to race through the galaxy? Whether you’re a Jedi, Sith, or Rebel runner, come show off your Force in this high-vibe, costumed run along the scenic Long Beach waterfront.
🎭 Costumes encouraged! Come dressed as your favorite hero, villain, or creature.
📸 Epic photo ops with galaxy props and backdrops.
🎶 Out-of-this-world vibes with music, cheering, and space-age fun.
🎉 Event Perks:
🏅 Everyone gets a finisher medal
📸 Free race-day photos
🔄 Chip-timed results posted on-site
🚰 Water stations & restrooms on course
👶 Stroller-friendly and beginner-welcoming
🏅 Age Group & Overall Awards
🎟 Sign up now and let the Force (and your feet) guide you!
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Running
5K
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10K
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Half Marathon
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1 Miler
This is an untimed event All Finishers will receive a medal
Kids Dash - 400 Yards
Kids will receive a kids medal. They will not receive the full sized event medal for the adult distances
Course
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