The Barley Chase

Race Overview

• Race Name: The Barley Chase
• Type: USATF Certified 5k/10k race
• Date: Sunday, October 18, 2026
• Time: 9:00 am

Location

• Starting Point: Shortway Brewing Co.
• Route: Meanders through the heart of Newport, NC
• Address: 230 Chatham St, Newport, NC
• More Info: Visit Registration

Participant Perks

• T-shirt: All participants will receive a t-shirt
• Medal: Finisher medal for all participants
• Post-Run Pints: 2 post-run pints at the after party
• ID Check: All participants subject to ID check

Awards and Age Divisions

• Awards: Given to overall top 3 males & females
• Age Division Awards: Top 2 in each age division for both males and females
• Age Divisions: 14 & under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & above
• Water Stations: Available at halfway points of each course

Packet Pickup

• Date: Saturday, October 17th
• Time: 12-2 PM
• Location: Shortway Brewing Co. or morning of the race at the registration table
• Morning Pickup Time: Starts at 8:00 am

Registration Information

• Online Registration: Closes at 11:59 PM on Friday, October 16th or when sold out
• Waitlist: Opens after race is full, first come first served
• Notification: First in line will receive an email: 24 hours to register
• Early Bird Pricing: Runs through June 30th: prices increase by $5 afterward

Charitable Cause

• Beneficiary: Bread & Barley, a nonprofit 501(c)(3)
• Funding Use: All proceeds used to meet local community needs
• Community Support: Runs on volunteers with no building expenses
• Event Tradition: Held annually in conjunction with Shortway Brewing Company's anniversary party