5400 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach CA
Sunday, May 3rd, 2026
🏃♂️ May the 4th Be With You – 5K, 10K, Half Marathon | Long Beach
🚀 The Empire Strides Back – Medals, Chip Timing, Photos, Costume Fun!
🎉 Join us for the May the 4th Be With You 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon in Long Beach, California!
- Chip-Timed: Running event with accurate timing.
- Medals: Medals for all finishers.
- Photos: Free race-day photos included.
- Family-Friendly: Enjoy a costume-friendly race atmosphere.
🏅 Everyone Gets a Medal – No Force Powers Required!
Empire Strides Back – May the 4th Be With You 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon
📍 5400 E Ocean Blvd Long Beach, CA 90803
📅 Sunday- May 3rd, 2025
⏰ This is a chip timed event. Overall awards and Age Group Awards
🕓 Start Times:
- Half Marathon: 7:00 AM
- 5K & 10K: 7:30 AM
- Bib Pick-Up: 6:15 AM – 7:35 AM at the Race Ready Athletics Tent
🚗 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.
🏁 Distances for All:
- 5K: Ignite your journey with this distance.
- 10K: Fuel your power with a longer run.
- Half Marathon: Go full galaxy mode and challenge yourself.
🎁 Event Perks:
- Finisher Medal: Everyone gets a finisher medal.
- Free Photos: Enjoy free race-day photos.
- Chip-Timed Results: Posted on-site for immediate results.
- Support Stations: Water stations & restrooms on course.
- Family-Friendly: Stroller-friendly and beginner-welcoming.
🌟 Why CaliFlow Runs?
We’re runners putting on races for runners. Affordable, authentic, and always a vibe — we believe in good energy, fun themes, and creating an inclusive space for all paces. Whether you're here to PR or just play dress-up and stroll, you're part of the tribe.
🌈 Sign up now and let the Force (and your feet) guide you!
Follow the event on social media: #EmpireStridesBack #CaliFlowRuns #MayThe4thBeWithYou #RunWithTheForce #GalaxyRunVibes #FinishLineFeels
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