May the 4th be with You- The Empire Strides Back 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon by Califlow Runs
Updated
Sunday, May 2, 2027, first start 7:00 AM, in Long Beach (5000 E Ocean Blvd). Distances: 1 mile, 5K, 10K, Half marathon. Entry from $25 to $64.99; the 5K goes from $48.99 to $51.99 after April 21.
- Date
- Sunday, May 2, 2027
- Start time
- 7:00 AM (earliest wave)
- Location
- 5000 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90803
- Area
- South Bay & Long Beach, Los Angeles
- Distances
- 1 mile5K10KHalf marathon
- Course
- Road or path
- Price
- $25 to $64.99 plus the platform's processing fee
- Next price increase
- Wednesday, April 21, 2027: 5K $48.99 → $51.99
- Registration
- Open. Opened May 5, online signup closes Sunday, May 2, 2027
How to register
Registration is on RunSignup. Pick your distance, add any extras, and you'll get a confirmation email with your bib details. Sign up by April 21 to pay $48.99 instead of $51.99.
Register on RunSignup →Race website
Course and race notes
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.
From the race's own listing. Check the race website for the course map and parking.
Source: RunSignup public race API, refreshed 2026-10-17. Details can change; the registration page is the final word.