Trailbreaker

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!