From the Organizer
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.
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 will be given to overall top 3 males & females and the top 2 in each age division for both males and females. Age Divisions are 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 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 will close at 11:59 PM on Friday, October 16th or when the race sells out.
Waitlist will open after race is full and will be on a first come first served basis. 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*
This race is be held annually in conjunction with Shortway Brewing Company's anniversary party and will benefit nonprofit 501(c)(3), Bread & Barley. Bread & Barley is 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.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
73°
Typical Low
53°
Chance of Rain
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Newport/Morehead City Wfo, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Newport, NC
Elevation
32 ft
Nearest Airport
EWN
Coastal Carolina Regional Airport · 23 mi
Major Hub
RDU
Raleigh-Durham International Airport · 131 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- What is The Barley Chase?
- The Barley Chase is a running race held in Newport, North Carolina on October 18, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is The Barley Chase?
- Sunday, October 18, 2026 in Newport, North Carolina at 230 Chatham St, Newport, NC. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for The Barley Chase?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
The Barley Chase
Oct 18, 2026