The Empire Strides Back 5K.10K. Half Marathon. 1 Miler. Kids Dash

🌌✨ The Empire Strides Back – May the 4th Be With You Run ✨🌌
5K • 10K • Half Marathon | Long Beach, CA

The force is strong on this one… 💫
Join us for a one-of-a-kind Star Wars–inspired race experience along the beautiful Long Beach waterfront. Whether you’re chasing a PR or here for the vibe, this event delivers a full race-day experience with a galactic twist.

🏁 Race Highlights:
✔️ Professional chip timing
✔️ Overall & age group awards
✔️ FREE race day photos 📸
✔️ Flat, fast beach path course 🌊
✔️ Multiple on-course water stations 💧
✔️ Finish line festival with DJ 🎶

🌌 Special Race Day Experience:
The 501st Legion will be on site bringing the galaxy to life with screen-accurate characters, epic photo ops, and unforgettable energy—cheering you on every step of the way!

⚽️ The LA Galaxy Star Squad is also joining the party with giveaways, raffles, and high-energy finish line hype to keep the celebration going!

💙 This event also supports our partner charity Merge Opportunities, helping at-risk youth transition out of foster care with housing, job training, and real opportunities for their future.

👟 Come in costume, bring your crew, and choose your side—Light or Dark.
This is more than a run… it’s an experience.

✨ Run the miles.
🌟 Feel the force.
🏁 Be part of something bigger.

Know what’s Happening Next — before everyone else does.

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Host or Publisher AREC