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Top 8 Peddie Traditions That Still Give Us Goosebumps

Fall 2025
  1. Blue & Gold Games


    Our “welcome back” party after summer break. Bragging rights are on the line for Team Blue and Team Gold in everything from Water War to the Battle of the Bands.

  2. Convocation

    The year begins with the entire school on the lawn in front of the Chapel, listening as student leaders and the head of school set the tone.

  3. Peddie–Blair Showdown

    Every fall sport joins the fierce rivalry for the Kelley-Potter Cup. The energy is electric, the pride unforgettable.

  4. Vespers

    A candlelit, multifaith winter celebration in Chapel with music and reflection before winter break.

  5. Declamation Contest

    For over a century, students have commanded the stage with monologues that make us laugh, cry and think.

  6. Founders Day

    Each February, we honor our past and imagine our future with a special guest deeply connected to Peddie.

  7. Battle of the Heads

    Four teams, named for past heads of school, compete in zany year-end challenges.

  8. Commencement

    Speeches, cheers, tears and the moment our seniors join the alumni family.