
Long Beach, United States of America · Sunday 2 May 2027
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!
Adjusted Time
1:41:22
Time difference: -3.6 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
We don't yet have verified elevation data for this course, so we can't rate its difficulty against other half marathons. Our data pipeline backfills course elevation continuously - check back soon.
May the 4th be with You- The Empire Strides Back 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon by Califlow Runs is a half marathon held in Long Beach, United States of America. It is scheduled for Sunday 2 May 2027. The course is run on road surface with 0m of total climbing, with its high point near 0m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official May the 4th be with You- The Empire Strides Back 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon by Califlow Runs website.
This is a very flat course, with only 0m of total climbing and little change in altitude throughout. Flat profiles let you hold an even pace from start to finish, which makes this a fast, PB-friendly race.
Based on historical weather data for May, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Moderate temperatures between 14°C and 19°C are expected. While comfortable for most runners, those targeting fast times should pay attention to hydration, as these temperatures can impact performance on race day. There is a low chance of rain (1%), so dry conditions are likely.
May the 4th be with You- The Empire Strides Back 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon by Califlow Runs is run on road surfaces, which provide the fastest and most predictable conditions for racing. Road courses allow for consistent pacing and are typically the best choice for a personal best.
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