Chicagoland SCADaddle 5K Walk & Run for Research
- Date Fri 12th June 2026
- Time 5:30PM CDT
- Location Wheaton, Illinois
- Price $48.70 - $112.30
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for the 13th annual Chicagoland SCADaddle 5K Walk & Run for Research, taking place on Friday, June 12, 2026, at the scenic Danada Forest Preserve in Wheaton, DuPage. This exciting event invites participants of all fitness levels to join in the 5K walk/run, allowing everyone to move at their own pace while enjoying the beautiful trails. SCAD, or Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection, is a serious condition that primarily affects younger women and is a leading cause of heart attacks in this demographic. By participating in this event, you’ll be helping to raise crucial funds for SCAD research, which is vital for understanding and treating this condition.
The day's festivities kick off with an opening ceremony at 8:30 AM, followed by the timed 5K race at 9:00 AM. The USATF certified course features a diverse terrain, ensuring an engaging experience for all runners and walkers. After crossing the finish line, participants can look forward to refreshments, vendor booths, and a lively atmosphere filled with fun activities for everyone. Awards will be presented to the top overall male and female finishers, as well as to the best performers in various age
The day's festivities kick off with an opening ceremony at 8:30 AM, followed by the timed 5K race at 9:00 AM. The USATF certified course features a diverse terrain, ensuring an engaging experience for all runners and walkers. After crossing the finish line, participants can look forward to refreshments, vendor booths, and a lively atmosphere filled with fun activities for everyone. Awards will be presented to the top overall male and female finishers, as well as to the best performers in various age
Organiser's Description
Join us for the 13th annual Chicagoland SCADaddle to raise money for much-needed SCAD research. Participants are invited to participate in the 5K walk/run at their own pace on the trails through the Danada Forest Preserve.
OUR CAUSE
Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection (SCAD) is a little known and poorly understood type of heart attack. SCAD is the #1 cause of heart attacks in women under age 50, pregnant women & new moms. Most patients are younger healthy women who do not have the typical risk factors of heart disease. Although less common, it can affect men too. Research is needed to identify the cause(s) and the best treatment options.
SCADADDLE
Our 5K chip timed run/walk takes place at Danada Forest Preserve in Wheaton, IL. The USATF certified 5K course runs through and around the park on a varied terrain of crushed cinder, concrete, sidewalk and grass.
Opening Ceremony at 8:30 am. The run starts at 9:00 am and all participants will be timed. Following the race, join us for refreshments, vendors, our SCAD store & fun for all.
_AWARDS_ will be given to overall winner male and female. Medals/recognition will be given to 2nd and 3rd place male/female overall and to the top three males/females for age groups: 11 and under, 12-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69 and 70 and up.
FUNDRAISING AWARDS
RAISE AT LEAST $1,000 AND YOU WILL AUTOMATICALLY BE REFUNDED YOUR REGISTRATION FEE OF $45.00 START TODAY!!!
A FUNDRAISING PAGE WILL BE AUTOMATICALLY ADDED DURING REGISTRATION; HOWEVER, YOU ARE NOT REQUIRED TO FUNDRAISE, BUT IT WOULD BE GREATLY APPRECIATED IF YOU DO.
OUR CAUSE
Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection (SCAD) is a little known and poorly understood type of heart attack. SCAD is the #1 cause of heart attacks in women under age 50, pregnant women & new moms. Most patients are younger healthy women who do not have the typical risk factors of heart disease. Although less common, it can affect men too. Research is needed to identify the cause(s) and the best treatment options.
SCADADDLE
Our 5K chip timed run/walk takes place at Danada Forest Preserve in Wheaton, IL. The USATF certified 5K course runs through and around the park on a varied terrain of crushed cinder, concrete, sidewalk and grass.
Opening Ceremony at 8:30 am. The run starts at 9:00 am and all participants will be timed. Following the race, join us for refreshments, vendors, our SCAD store & fun for all.
_AWARDS_ will be given to overall winner male and female. Medals/recognition will be given to 2nd and 3rd place male/female overall and to the top three males/females for age groups: 11 and under, 12-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69 and 70 and up.
FUNDRAISING AWARDS
RAISE AT LEAST $1,000 AND YOU WILL AUTOMATICALLY BE REFUNDED YOUR REGISTRATION FEE OF $45.00 START TODAY!!!
A FUNDRAISING PAGE WILL BE AUTOMATICALLY ADDED DURING REGISTRATION; HOWEVER, YOU ARE NOT REQUIRED TO FUNDRAISE, BUT IT WOULD BE GREATLY APPRECIATED IF YOU DO.
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