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 a day of fun and purpose at the 13th annual Chicagoland SCADaddle 5K Walk & Run for Research on Friday, June 12, 2026, at the beautiful Danada Forest Preserve in Wheaton, DuPage. This exciting event invites participants of all ages to join in the 5K walk/run, where you can set your own pace while enjoying the scenic trails. This chip-timed race will not only be a thrilling experience but also a crucial opportunity to raise awareness and funds for Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection (SCAD) research, a little-known yet significant cause of heart attacks, particularly impacting women under 50.
The event kicks off with an opening ceremony at 8:30 AM, followed by the race starting promptly at 9:00 AM. Participants will navigate a diverse terrain of crushed cinder, concrete, sidewalk, and grass, making for a unique running experience. After the race, stick around for refreshments, vendor booths, and plenty of family-friendly activities. Awards will be presented for overall winners as well as top finishers in various age categories, ensuring that everyone's efforts are celebrated. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to support a vital cause
The event kicks off with an opening ceremony at 8:30 AM, followed by the race starting promptly at 9:00 AM. Participants will navigate a diverse terrain of crushed cinder, concrete, sidewalk, and grass, making for a unique running experience. After the race, stick around for refreshments, vendor booths, and plenty of family-friendly activities. Awards will be presented for overall winners as well as top finishers in various age categories, ensuring that everyone's efforts are celebrated. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to support a vital cause
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.
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.
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