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About the Trailbreaker
The Trailbreaker is Waukesha's homegrown running event and has been held annually since 1993. This Waukesha tradition initially consisted of a Marathon, Half-Marathon, 5K Run & 2 Mile Walk. The Trailbreaker originally was the brainchild of three running colleagues. Since 2009, the Park Foundation of Waukesha, Inc. (PFW Inc.), has organized and hosted this annual event as a fundraiser for the enhancement of city parks, trails, recreation programs and the urban forest.
In 2023, Silver Circle Sports Events, LLC (SCSE) signed a long-term agreement with the Park Foundation of Waukesha, Inc. to take over all responsibilities for the Trailbreaker Marathon.
Charity Partner - Park Foundation of Waukesha
Over $200,000 has been generated and re-invested with the Parks, Recreation, and Forestry Department to "make Waukesha a better place to live, work and play". The PFW Inc. is a 501(c)3 organization that utilizes funds raised to promote "Community Quality of Life". All staff are unpaid volunteers. Please consider making a donation!
This event provides distances for all runners! Come join the fun and support our local parks and community!
Location
1120 Baxter Street
Schuetze Recreation Center
Waukesha, WI 53186 US
Course Maps
Glacial Drumlin Course | Certification Map
Half Marathon
10K | 5K | Walk
All events will start and finish at home plate of the Frame Park Baseball Stadium! ⚾️
Glacial Drumlin Trail Marathon - USATF Certified Course
The course features approximately 6 miles of city streets and sidewalks and 20 miles of paved trails, including the Fox River Trail and the Glacial Drumlin Trail. With its super-flat design, this course is ideal for chasing your next PR! 🏃♂️✨
Kiddo's 1
Bring the whole family. The Kiddos 1K is only $5.00 and 100% of the money gets donated to Foundation goes for the enhancement of city parks, trails, recreation programs and the urban forest.
Here’s what they’ll get:
- A race bib
- A finisher medal
Important: Registration is required for kids to participate.
Optional: Shirts are available for purchase during registration if you'd like one for your little runner! 🏃♂️🏅
Tshirts
Race shirts are long sleeve, dry-wick, and guaranteed for those registered by noon on 3/10/25. After that, shirts will be available only while online supplies last. Don’t miss your chance to grab a custom race shirt—register early! 🎽👟
Everything you need to know about shirts
Get ready to rock your custom race shirt in style!
Packet Pickup and Schedule
PLEASE BRING YOUR RECEIPT WITH YOU!
You do not need to print it. We will need to scan the QR code on the receipt, though, so please have your email accessible on your mobile device or save a picture of your receipt with the QR code to your device’s image library.
Event Schedule - Sunday, April 6, 2025
- 7:00 AM – Packet Pickup
- 7:45 AM – Kiddos Race Start
- 8:00 AM – Glacial Drumlin Marathon Start
- 8:10 AM – Half Marathon Start
- 8:20 AM – 10K Start
- 8:30 AM – 5K & Walk Start
- 1:30 PM – Course Breakdown
- 2:00 PM – Course/Finish Line Closes
Mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable day! 🎉
Finisher Woodles & Awards
🏆 Overall Awards
The top overall male and female runners in each distance will receive a custom award provided by our partner, Ridgeway Woodworks.
🥇 Age Group Awards
The top 3 male and female finishers in 5-year age groups will receive a custom medal. Age groups start at 0-14, then continue in 5-year increments.
🎉 Finisher Woodles
Every participant will receive a magnet woodle crafted by Ridgeway Woodworks as a special keepsake!
🏅 Miss Your Medal?
If you missed picking up your medal, here’s how to get it.
Celebrate your achievement and take home something special!
I Want To...
How to Transfer, Defer, Change Shirt Size, or Change Distances
Follow these steps to make changes to your race registration:
- Go to RunSignUp.com and log in to your account.
- Select your Profile.
- Scroll down to the race you wish to modify.
- Click on "Manage Registration".
- Choose from the available options in the menu, including:
- Transfers (to another participant or race)
- Change Shirt Size
- Modify Team
- Change Distances
- Resend Confirmation/QR Code
- Deferrals
Make your adjustments quickly and easily online! 😊
Aid Stations
Aid stations are conveniently located every 2 miles and stocked with water, sports drinks, and energy gels. To reduce waste, we encourage participants to carry a water bottle or collapsible cup as an alternative to using paper cups.
Here’s where you’ll find the aid stations:
- Trail & MacArthur
- Trail & Les Paul Highway
- Trail & Waukesha Downtown
- Trail & Mickle Road
- Trail & Waterville Road
Stay hydrated and keep going strong! 💧💪
RaceJoy
Interactive Race Day Experience with RaceJoy
Live Phone Tracking, GPS Progress Alerts and Cheers!
We are providing you with RaceJoy as part of the official race experience for TheTrailbreaker Marathon.
Download the RaceJoy mobile app in advance to ensure proper phone setup. Invite your friends and family to track you and send you cheers!
Some key RaceJoy features include:
Volunteer Opportunities
We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help with everything from aid station support to course marshaling. Your assistance makes these events possible, and we’d greatly appreciate your help!
Volunteer Perks:
All volunteers will receive a free entry to a future race as a thank-you for their time and support.
How to Volunteer:
- Click the Volunteer link in the menu above to sign up.
- For more details on volunteering, click here.
To request your free entry, simply visit our volunteer website!
Partner with Us for Your Workplace Wellness Program!
Let us support your workplace wellness initiatives and make it easy to get your team involved.
How It Works:
- Reach Out: Share your workplace information with us.
- Custom Code: We'll create a unique discount code for your wellness members to use during registration. The code can waive or reduce the registration fee based on the discount your program offers.
- Post-Race Invoice: The day after the race, we’ll send you an invoice for the discounted registrations, which can be conveniently paid online.
It’s that simple! Let’s work together to promote health and wellness in your workplace.
Pets
We’re sorry, but pets are not allowed at the Trailbreaker due to municipal ordinance. 🐾 Thank you for your understanding!
Insurance
We get it—life happens! That’s why we recommend purchasing event insurance during checkout.
What is RegShield Insurance?
Race insurance, provided by RegShield (a FanShield product), offers peace of mind by reimbursing the registration cost if you’re unable to attend due to covered reasons, including:
- Accident
- Illness
- Family emergency
RegShield is a third-party provider. For any questions related to your plan, contact FanShield:
📧 help@fanshield.com
📞 1-844-849-4827 EXT. 1
Get a Refund by Referring Friends
Share the fun and earn rewards! On your registration receipt, you’ll find a unique registration link and a Facebook share option.
Here’s how it works:
1️⃣ Share your unique link or post to Facebook.
2️⃣ For every 5 friends who register using your link, you’ll get $20 back on your registration!
Invite your friends and turn your next adventure into a team effort! 🎉
Silver Circle Sports Events
This event is proudly produced, timed, & managed by Silver Circle Sports Events, LLC. 🎉
Contact Us
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