Looking to race at light speeds, or walk your way
to this galactical finish?
Come join StartLine Racing as we celebrate
Star Wars Day at Kiwanis Park for our
May the Fourth Be With You 5K Run/Walk!
The inhabitants of this desert planet will embark on an adventure to decide their fate, and the fate of the galaxy…..”Run or Run not, there is no try.”
This is the Way.
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
5K Run/Walk
Price changes in 2 months 22 days-
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Register for 5K Run/Walk$38.81
$35 + processing fee
Now registering Oct 1 – Dec 31 -
$44.17
$40 + processing fee
Jan 1 – Mar 31 -
$49.51
$45 + processing fee
Apr 1 – May 2
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Virtual Run
Price changes in 5 months 22 days-
Run anywhere on your own time and we will mail out your swag!
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Register for Virtual Run$33.46
$30 + processing fee
Now registering Oct 1 – Mar 31 -
$38.81
$35 + processing fee
Apr 1 – May 2
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Mail-in and Virtual Run Registration
To register by mail please complete and return our Mail-in Registration Form! Please make checks payable to StartLine Racing. Mail-in registrations will be accepted until April 27, 2026.
Can't make it to this year's event but still want to participate? This year will feature a May the Fourth Be With You Virtual. A virtual race is a race that can be ran at any location. You can walk, use the treadmill, run outside or participate in another race. You can run your race at your pace wherever you like. All virtual race participants will receive a custom event finisher's medal and custom event shirt. Please note that your shirt and medal will be mailed out following the event on May 3, 2026. Prior to the event all virtual participants will receive an email with instructions on how to submit your time.
Virtual Registrations are restricted to US addresses only. If you reside outside of the US and wish to participate please contact StartLine Racing at info@startlineracing.com
What You Get!
Custom Event Finisher's Medal
Custom Event Dri-Fit Shirt. Option to select 'NO SHIRT' option at checkout and receive $5 off your registration.
Age Group Awards for Top Three in all Age Groups (race day participants only). Our age groups are the following:
- 8 & Under, 9 & 10, 11-13, 14-17, 18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 & Over
Best Dressed Awards! Show us your inner Wookie or Princess Leah!
Pre- and Post-Race "Runner's Snack" (granola bars, fruit, water, Gatorade, etc)
Chip Timed with Real Time Results and Photos on our Website or Mobile App (on Apple and Google)
Owned and operated by StartLine Racing!
Please note any race related items (shirts, medals, etc.) will NOT be mailed to those who choose not to attend.
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Race Day Information
Race day registration will be available beginning at 6:30am at Kiwanis Park (if spots are still available). We accept cash, and credit cards on race day (checks are no longer accepted) Race day fee will be:
This event will take place rain or shine. There are no refunds or transfers due to weather. Leashed pet friendly We welcome wheelchairs, strollers & wagons. No roller blades, roller skates, bicycles, skateboards or motorized devices are allowed on the run or walk courses. |  |
Course Map
Packet Pick-up Opportunities
Packet pick-up will be on Saturday, May 2nd from 2-5pm at Road Runner Sports in Tempe (map)
You can also pickup your packet starting at 6:30am on race day. | Shop While You Pick Up Your Packet! Enjoy this special offer:
Please see in-store coupon for details. |
Event schedule
- Sat, May 2, 2026 2:00 PM - Packet Pick-Up at Road Runner Sports in Tempe from 2-5pm
- Sun, May 3, 2026 6:30 AM - Race day packet pickup opens
- Sun, May 3, 2026 7:10 AM - Costume Contest Begins
- Sun, May 3, 2026 7:25 AM - Race day packet pickup closes
- Sun, May 3, 2026 7:30 AM - 5K Begins
- Sun, May 3, 2026 8:15 AM - Award Ceremony Begins (approx.)
Contact information
- Event contact
- StartLine Racing
- Phone
- +1 480-912-7878
- Website
- Visit website
