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
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May the 4th be with You- The Empire Strides Back 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon by Califlow Runs 2027 — Long Beach, CA
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for May 2.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Long Beach, CA.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
