1st Annual South Carolina SCADaddle 5k Race & Walk for Research
- Date Sat 17th October 2026
- Time 10:00AM EDT
- Location Greenville, South Carolina
- Price $48.70
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Get ready for an inspiring day at the 1st Annual South Carolina SCADaddle 5k Race & Walk for Research, taking place on Saturday, October 17, 2026, in scenic Greenville, South Carolina! This exciting event aims to raise awareness and funds for research into Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection (SCAD), a critical yet often overlooked cause of heart attacks, particularly affecting young, healthy women. Participants can choose to run or walk the 5k course, making this event accessible for everyone, regardless of fitness level.
Join fellow participants for a lively pre-race Meet & Greet on October 16, where you can pick up your race packet and connect with others in a welcoming atmosphere. On race day, registration opens at 8:00 AM, followed by an opening ceremony at 9:30 AM, with the race kicking off at 10:00 AM. After crossing the finish line, enjoy refreshments, browse vendor booths, and stay for the awards ceremony at 12:30 PM, recognizing top performers in various age categories. Rain or shine, this event promises a day of community, awareness, and fun—all in support of vital research into SCAD. Don't miss out on
Join fellow participants for a lively pre-race Meet & Greet on October 16, where you can pick up your race packet and connect with others in a welcoming atmosphere. On race day, registration opens at 8:00 AM, followed by an opening ceremony at 9:30 AM, with the race kicking off at 10:00 AM. After crossing the finish line, enjoy refreshments, browse vendor booths, and stay for the awards ceremony at 12:30 PM, recognizing top performers in various age categories. Rain or shine, this event promises a day of community, awareness, and fun—all in support of vital research into SCAD. Don't miss out on
Organiser's Description
SOUTH CAROLINA SCADADDLE
Saturday, October 17, 2026
OUR CAUSE
Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection (SCAD) is a little-known and poorly understood cause of a heart attack. Most patients are young, healthy, and active women who do not have the typical risk factors of heart disease. Although less common, it can affect men too. SCAD can recur and can be fatal. Research is needed to identify the cause(s) and the best treatment options.
SCAD is the number one cause of heart attacks for women under the age of 50.
REGISTER BY SEPTEMBER 17, 2026 TO BE GUARANTEED THIS YEAR'S SCADADDLE T-SHIRT.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2026
Pre Packet Pick-Up Meet & Greet 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM - The Gathering GVL, 126 Augusta Street, Greenville, SC 29601
https://gathergreenville.com/
All SCAD Survivors, Angels and Friends and Family are welcome to join the Meet and Greet at the Gathering GVL. The event will provide a casual atomosphere to meet other participants, socialize, and pick up race packets. The Gathering is also a great place to plan to grab your evening meal.
SATURDAY OCTOBER 17, 2026
8:00 - 9:00 am - Registration and Packet Pick-up
9:30 am - Opening Cermony
10:00 am - Race Starts - Prisma Health Welcome Center Opens - Browse, Vendors and SCAD Merch
Enjoy refreshments after the race
12:30 pm - Awards
The SCADaddle takes place rain or shine. Come prepared by bringing your raincoat, umbrella, and sunscreen.
There are NO refunds.
RACE DETAILS
Chip Timing: We use a disposable chip timing tag that participants receive at packet pick-up on their race bibs. It is lightweight and remains attached to the race bib. Runners/walkers must wear their race bibs on the front of their clothing to be timed accurately. Please do not layer over the bib.
Runners/walkers MUST wear their race bibs on the front of their clothing to be timed accurately. The bib cannot be covered; holding it or putting it in your pocket will NOT read the chip. Do not bend the chip. Smartwatches like Garmin and smartphones can interfere with the timing chip frequency. Please do not adjust your watch or phone as you cross the finish line and come through the chute. Disputes over time on smartwatches and smartphones will not be considered.
Awards: All runners and walkers will be timed. Awards will be given to the top three (3) overall male and female and the top male and top female in each of the following age categories: 0-10, 11-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
We encourage all participants to run or walk at their own pace.
Packet Pick-Up for runners AND walkers: Packet pick-up begins at 8:00 am on race day. We will accept registrations during this time but cannot guarantee this year's t-shirt. There is also an in-person pre-registration & early packet pick-up at the Meet & Mingle on October 16, 2026 from 6:00-8:00 pm The Gathering GVL, 126 Augusta Street, Greenvile, SC 29601 .
ALL ABOUT GREENVILLE, SOUTH CAROLINA
Nestled up against the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in the heart of South Carolina's Upcountry, you'll find Greenville situated just about halfway between Charlotte, North Carolina and Atlanta, Georgia. Greenville's friendly, thriving Downtown is buzzing with things to do year-round. From one-of-a-kind shops, boutiques and art galleries to museums, tours and outdoor activities, Greenville is a welcoming retreat for visitors of every age and explorers of every type.
No matter where you travel throughout Greenville and the Upstate, you'll discover that this is a placea city, county and regionwhere restoration and growth dovetail with Southern traditions, American history, and abundant natural attractions.
Come spend a little time where people love where they live and love to share it with guests. Savor a moment. Create a memoryor a handful of memories! Make it a weekend or a week to remember. We promise you'll take home a whole lot more than a souvenir. The truth is, you might just fall in love.
EXPLORE GREENVILLE AND PLAN YOUR WEEKEND [https://www.visitgreenvillesc.com/]
OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS
HOMEWOOD SUITES BY HILTON GREENVILLE DOWNTOWN
950 S Main St, Greenville, SC 29601
(864) 900-2380
HYATT PLACE GREENVILLE DOWNTOWN
128 E Broad St, Greenville, SC 29601
(864) 720-2700
EMBASSY SUITES BY HILTON GREENVILLE DOWNTOWN RIVERPLACE
250 Riverplace, Greenville, SC 29601
(864) 263-4800\
SPONSORSHIP
Sponsors play a key role in helping to raise money for research to uncover the causes and best treatment options for SCAD. We offer several sponsorship opportunities with a variety of benefits.
If you are interested in sponsorship or know a corporation/organization that might be interested, please email scadinfo@scadresearch.org
Corporate $25,000
Nationwide $10,000
Presenting $5,000
Supporting $2,500
Patron $1,000
Partner $500
Benefactor $250
Friend $100
Saturday, October 17, 2026
OUR CAUSE
Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection (SCAD) is a little-known and poorly understood cause of a heart attack. Most patients are young, healthy, and active women who do not have the typical risk factors of heart disease. Although less common, it can affect men too. SCAD can recur and can be fatal. Research is needed to identify the cause(s) and the best treatment options.
SCAD is the number one cause of heart attacks for women under the age of 50.
REGISTER BY SEPTEMBER 17, 2026 TO BE GUARANTEED THIS YEAR'S SCADADDLE T-SHIRT.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2026
Pre Packet Pick-Up Meet & Greet 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM - The Gathering GVL, 126 Augusta Street, Greenville, SC 29601
https://gathergreenville.com/
All SCAD Survivors, Angels and Friends and Family are welcome to join the Meet and Greet at the Gathering GVL. The event will provide a casual atomosphere to meet other participants, socialize, and pick up race packets. The Gathering is also a great place to plan to grab your evening meal.
SATURDAY OCTOBER 17, 2026
8:00 - 9:00 am - Registration and Packet Pick-up
9:30 am - Opening Cermony
10:00 am - Race Starts - Prisma Health Welcome Center Opens - Browse, Vendors and SCAD Merch
Enjoy refreshments after the race
12:30 pm - Awards
The SCADaddle takes place rain or shine. Come prepared by bringing your raincoat, umbrella, and sunscreen.
There are NO refunds.
RACE DETAILS
Chip Timing: We use a disposable chip timing tag that participants receive at packet pick-up on their race bibs. It is lightweight and remains attached to the race bib. Runners/walkers must wear their race bibs on the front of their clothing to be timed accurately. Please do not layer over the bib.
Runners/walkers MUST wear their race bibs on the front of their clothing to be timed accurately. The bib cannot be covered; holding it or putting it in your pocket will NOT read the chip. Do not bend the chip. Smartwatches like Garmin and smartphones can interfere with the timing chip frequency. Please do not adjust your watch or phone as you cross the finish line and come through the chute. Disputes over time on smartwatches and smartphones will not be considered.
Awards: All runners and walkers will be timed. Awards will be given to the top three (3) overall male and female and the top male and top female in each of the following age categories: 0-10, 11-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
We encourage all participants to run or walk at their own pace.
Packet Pick-Up for runners AND walkers: Packet pick-up begins at 8:00 am on race day. We will accept registrations during this time but cannot guarantee this year's t-shirt. There is also an in-person pre-registration & early packet pick-up at the Meet & Mingle on October 16, 2026 from 6:00-8:00 pm The Gathering GVL, 126 Augusta Street, Greenvile, SC 29601 .
ALL ABOUT GREENVILLE, SOUTH CAROLINA
Nestled up against the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in the heart of South Carolina's Upcountry, you'll find Greenville situated just about halfway between Charlotte, North Carolina and Atlanta, Georgia. Greenville's friendly, thriving Downtown is buzzing with things to do year-round. From one-of-a-kind shops, boutiques and art galleries to museums, tours and outdoor activities, Greenville is a welcoming retreat for visitors of every age and explorers of every type.
No matter where you travel throughout Greenville and the Upstate, you'll discover that this is a placea city, county and regionwhere restoration and growth dovetail with Southern traditions, American history, and abundant natural attractions.
Come spend a little time where people love where they live and love to share it with guests. Savor a moment. Create a memoryor a handful of memories! Make it a weekend or a week to remember. We promise you'll take home a whole lot more than a souvenir. The truth is, you might just fall in love.
EXPLORE GREENVILLE AND PLAN YOUR WEEKEND [https://www.visitgreenvillesc.com/]
OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS
HOMEWOOD SUITES BY HILTON GREENVILLE DOWNTOWN
950 S Main St, Greenville, SC 29601
(864) 900-2380
HYATT PLACE GREENVILLE DOWNTOWN
128 E Broad St, Greenville, SC 29601
(864) 720-2700
EMBASSY SUITES BY HILTON GREENVILLE DOWNTOWN RIVERPLACE
250 Riverplace, Greenville, SC 29601
(864) 263-4800\
SPONSORSHIP
Sponsors play a key role in helping to raise money for research to uncover the causes and best treatment options for SCAD. We offer several sponsorship opportunities with a variety of benefits.
If you are interested in sponsorship or know a corporation/organization that might be interested, please email scadinfo@scadresearch.org
Corporate $25,000
Nationwide $10,000
Presenting $5,000
Supporting $2,500
Patron $1,000
Partner $500
Benefactor $250
Friend $100
Races
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SC SCADaddle 5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 17th October 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$48.70
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Unity Park, 111 Welborn St, Greenville, 29601, SC, United States
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