The Barley Chase

Race Overview

• Event: The Barley Chase is a USATF Certified 5k/10k race located in Newport, NC.
• Date & Time: 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: Will receive a t-shirt, finisher medal, and 2 post-run pints at the after party. All participants subject to ID check. T-Shirt size is not guaranteed for registrations after 8/31.

Awards & Categories

• Awards: Overall top 3 males & females and the 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: Will be set up at the halfway points of each course.

Packet Pickup

• When: Packet pickup will take place Saturday, October 17th from 12-2 PM at Shortway Brewing Co.
• Alternative 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.

Registration Information

• Online Registration: Will close at 11:59 PM on Friday, October 16th or when the race sells out.
• Waitlist: Will open after the 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: Runs through June 30th, after which prices increase by $5.

Beneficiary

• Annual Event: This race is held annually in conjunction with Shortway Brewing Company's anniversary party.
• Benefit: Will benefit nonprofit 501(c)(3), Bread & Barley.
• Community Support: 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 Link

For more information, visit the official race page: The Barley Chase