The Barley Chase

The Barley Chase Overview

• Event: The Barley Chase is a USATF Certified 5k/10k race located in Newport, NC.
• Date & Time: Race day is Sunday, October 18, 2026, at 9:00 am.
• Location: The race starts and ends at Shortway Brewing Co. and meanders through the heart of Newport.
• Participants: Participants will receive a t-shirt, finisher medal, and 2 post-run pints at the after party!

Awards and Categories

• Awards: Awards will be given to overall top 3 males & females and the top 3 in each age division for both males and females.
• Age Divisions: Age Divisions are 14 & under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & above.
• Water Stations: Water stations will be set up at the halfway points of each course.
• ID Check: All participants are subject to ID check.

Packet Pickup

• Date & Time: Packet pickup will take place on Saturday, October 17th, from 12-2 PM at Shortway Brewing Co.
• Morning Pickup: You can also pick up the morning of the race starting at 8:00 am 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 the race is full and will be on a first come first served basis.

Pricing Information

• Early Bird Pricing: Early Bird Pricing runs through June 30th, after which prices increase by $5.

Community Benefit

• Event Purpose: This race is held annually in conjunction with Shortway Brewing Company's anniversary party.
• Beneficiary: The race will benefit nonprofit 501(c)(3), Bread & Barley.
• Community Focus: 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.

More Information

• Race URL: For additional information, please visit The Barley Chase page.