North Carolina · 5K · 10K
The Barley Chase
The Barley Chase is a 5K and 10K event held in Newport, North Carolina. It was last held on October 18, 2026 and is usually run in October; the next date hasn't been announced yet. About 902 runners take part across all distances.
- Usually held
- October
- Location
- Newport, NC
- Field size
- ~902 runners
Race details
- Last held
- October 18, 2026
- Usually held in
- October
- Location
- Newport, North Carolina
- Distances
- 5K, 10K
- Field size
- About 902 runners
- Registration
- runsignup.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Registration status as last checked September 22, 2026: open
- Start time
- 9:00 AM EDT
About the The Barley Chase
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 a…
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The Barley Chase: common questions
- When is the The Barley Chase?
- The next date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in October. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
- Where is the The Barley Chase held?
- In Newport, North Carolina.
- What distances does the The Barley Chase offer?
- 5K and 10K.
- How many people run the The Barley Chase?
- About 902 runners across all of its distances. That figure is an estimate of the field size, not an entry cap.
- How do I register for the The Barley Chase?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the The Barley Chase?
- Registration status as last checked September 22, 2026: open. Listed fee for the longest distance, $45 (from runsignup.com, checked September 22, 2026).
- What time does the The Barley Chase start?
- 9:00 AM EDT.
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