Chicagoland SCADaddle 5K
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Chicagoland SCADaddle 5K Walk & Run for Research
The Chicagoland SCADaddle is the 13th annual fundraising event supporting research into Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection (SCAD). The event features a chip-timed 5K run/walk held at Danada Forest Preserve in Wheaton, IL (3S580 Naperville Rd, 60189). Participants may complete the course at their own pace on trails through the preserve.
The USATF certified 5K course runs through and around the park on varied terrain of crushed cinder, concrete, sidewalk and grass. All participants in the timed event receive official chip timing.
Awards are given to the overall male and female winners. Second and third place overall males and females are recognized. Age-group awards are presented to the top three males and females in these groups: 11 and under, 12-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70 and up.
Fundraising awards include an automatic refund of the $45 registration fee for participants who raise at least $1,000. Registration details and fees are provided for multiple options: the 5K fee is $45 with registration open 03/31/2026 to 06/13/2026; a SCAD Social Reunion & Presentation fee is $65 with registration open 03/30/2026 to 06/10/2026; a 5K Race and Reunion Bundle fee is $105 with registration open 03/31/2026 to 06/10/2026. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
