The Barley Chase

🏃‍♂️ Race Overview

The Barley Chase is a USATF Certified 5k/10k race located in Newport, NC. Race day is Sunday, October 18, 2026 at 9:00 am. The race starts and ends at Shortway Brewing Co. and meanders through the heart of Newport.

• Participant Perks: Participants will receive a t-shirt, finisher medal, and 2 post-run pints at the after party!!
• ID Check: All participants subject to ID check.
• T-Shirt Size: T-Shirt size is not guaranteed for registrations after 8/31.
• Awards: Awards will be given to overall top 3 males & females and the top 2 in each age division for both males and females.

📅 Event Details

Packet pickup will take place Saturday, October 17th 12-2 PM at Shortway Brewing Co. or you can pick up the morning of the race starting at 8:00am at the registration table located behind the brewery on Haskett St.

• Online Registration: Online registration will close at 11:59 PM on Friday, October 16th or when the race sells out.
• Waitlist: Waitlist will open after race is full and will be on a first come first served basis.
• Notification: If a spot becomes available, first in line will receive an email and have 24 hours to register before it moves to the next in line.
• Early Bird Pricing: Early Bird Pricing runs through June 30th, after which prices increase by $5.

🍺 Community Impact

This race is held annually in conjunction with Shortway Brewing Company's anniversary party and will benefit nonprofit 501(c)(3), Bread & Barley. Bread & Barley is a church that runs on volunteers and has no building expenses, therefore, all proceeds will be used to meet needs right here in our local community.

🔗 Race Information

For more details, please visit the official race page: The Barley Chase.