Condition Description: 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.
Health Risks: SCAD can recur and can be fatal. Research is needed to identify the cause(s) and the best treatment options.
Statistics: SCAD is the number one cause of heart attacks for women under the age of 50.
T-Shirt Registration: Register by September 17, 2026 to be guaranteed this year's SCADaddle t-shirt.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Pre Packet Pick-Up: Friday, October 16, 2026 - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM - The Gathering GVL, 126 Augusta Street, Greenville, SC 29601. 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 atmosphere to meet other participants, socialize, and pick up race packets.
Race Day Schedule: Saturday, October 17, 2026 - 8:00 - 9:00 am Registration and Packet Pick-up; 9:30 am Opening Ceremony; 10:00 am Race Starts - Prisma Health Welcome Center Opens - Browse, Vendors and SCAD Merch; 12:30 pm Awards.
Weather Advisory: The SCADaddle takes place rain or shine. Come prepared by bringing your raincoat, umbrella, and sunscreen.
No Refunds: 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. Runners/walkers must wear their race bibs on the front of their clothing to be timed accurately.
Awards: Awards will be given to the top three overall male and female and the top male and top female in each age category: 0-10, 11-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+.
Packet Pick-Up: 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.
Meet & Mingle: 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.
ALL ABOUT GREENVILLE, SOUTH CAROLINA
Geographical Location: Nestled up against the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Greenville is situated halfway between Charlotte, North Carolina, and Atlanta, Georgia.
Downtown Activities: Greenville's friendly and thriving Downtown is buzzing with things to do year-round, including shops, boutiques, art galleries, museums, and outdoor activities.
Visit and Explore: Come spend time in a welcoming retreat for visitors of every age and explorer type. Create memories, savor moments, and fall in love with Greenville.
Special Rate: There has been a block of rooms reserved for $189 a night. Book until 9/16 to secure this special price.
Hotel Info: Homewood Suites by Hilton Greenville Downtown, 950 S Main St, Greenville, SC 29601, (864) 900-2380.
Booking: Call direct to hotel and use code or use the provided link to book online. https://shorturl.at/fJba6.
Plan Ahead: Make your reservation early to enjoy your stay fully during the event.
SPONSORSHIP
Importance: Sponsors play a key role in helping to raise money for research to uncover the causes and best treatment options for SCAD.
Sponsorship Opportunities: We offer several sponsorship opportunities with a variety of benefits.
Interested in Sponsorship: If you are interested in sponsorship or know a corporation/organization that might be interested, please email scadinfo@scadresearch.org.