May the 4th be with You- The Empire Strides Back 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon by Califlow Runs
May the 4th be with You- The Empire Strides Back 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon by Califlow Runs is a running race on May 2, 2027 in Long Beach, CA, with entry fees from $18 to $50.
- Date
- May 2, 2027 (283 days to go)
- Price
- $18–$50
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
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 2nd, 2027
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!
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
73°
Typical Low
56°
Chance of Rain
7%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Long Beach Daugherty Fld, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Long Beach, CA
Population
458,491
as of 2023
City Elevation
15 ft
Nearest Airport
LGB
Long Beach International Airport · 3 mi
Time Zone
Pacific Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at May the 4th be with You- The Empire Strides Back 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon by Califlow Runs, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
283
Days to train
- Race
- May the 4th be with You- The Empire Strides Back 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon by Califlow Runs
- Date
- May 2, 2027
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About This Sport
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Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
Running
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May the 4th be with You- The Empire Strides Back 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon by Califlow Runs
May 2, 2027