Scarlet & Gray Day
Scarlet & Gray Day & Rivalry Day 2025
Saturday, September 27, 2025
Friends School of Baltimore—the city’s first school, founded in 1784—is celebrating 100 years on Charles Street with our most spirited tradition, Scarlet & Gray Day. Friends School’s version of homecoming, the event features Rivalry Day matchups against Park School, our fiercest rival.
Come out with your family to cheer on our athletic teams, enjoy the carnival, play field games, listen to live music, and savor delicious food. Rain or shine, it’s a celebration of Friends School spirit you won’t want to miss!
Volunteer Information
Many parent volunteers are needed to make this day a success. The first 15 volunteers to sign up will receive 10 free carnival tickets (a $10 value). All volunteers will also be entered into a random drawing for one of 10 free Scarlet & Gray Day T-shirts.
Events for the Whole Family
Family Carnival – 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Games, moon bounce, crafts, and more! Tickets: $1 each or 25 for $20.
Games, moon bounce, crafts, and more! Tickets: $1 each or 25 for $20.
Live Music – 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Student rock bands, acoustic sets, and vocal ensembles.
Student rock bands, acoustic sets, and vocal ensembles.
100 Years on Charles Street Ceremonial Coin Toss – 1:30-1:40 p.m. (or start time of the MIAA Varsity Soccer game)
This Scarlet & Gray Day, we are celebrating an important milestone: 100 Years on Charles Street. In 1925, guided by the vision of Head of School Edward Willson, Friends purchased the land our campus occupies today, originally intended for athletic fields and a clubhouse. In honor of this, we invite you to join us on Deering Field for a ceremonial coin toss celebrating this historic anniversary.
This Scarlet & Gray Day, we are celebrating an important milestone: 100 Years on Charles Street. In 1925, guided by the vision of Head of School Edward Willson, Friends purchased the land our campus occupies today, originally intended for athletic fields and a clubhouse. In honor of this, we invite you to join us on Deering Field for a ceremonial coin toss celebrating this historic anniversary.
Student Fundraising
Support Friends students by visiting:
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5th Grade Bake Sale
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8th Grade Lemon Stick Sale
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Upper School clubs & programs (Habitat for Humanity, Soccer Without Borders, and more!)
Community Support
Bring your gently used sports gear & clothing for Level the Playing Field donations.
Spirit Wear
Quaker Closet Hours (located below the Dining Hall) – 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Spirit Gear Giveaway – All students will receive free spirit gear to wear at the Pep Rally (Friday, September 26) and Scarlet & Gray Day (Saturday, September 27). Let’s fill campus with Scarlet & Gray pride!
Athletic Game Schedule
Food and Drinks
- Quaker Snack Shack (below tennis courts) – Open 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m., serving pizza, snacks & drinks.
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Brock in the Dining Hall – Open 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. with lunch options.
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Kona Ice – Cool treats, 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Hydration Stations will be located around campus—bring your own reusable bottle or purchase reusable cups from the Parents Association or Quaker Closet.
Parking
Guests may park in any available campus space or in the Lawndale parking lot next to the Roland Park Pool. All parking is first-come, first-served.
The Lawndale lot is located off Wyndhurst Avenue—turn onto Lawndale and follow the road toward the pool. A path from the pool leads directly to the athletic fields
Weather Note: If heavy rain causes flooding in the Lawndale lot or along Stony Run, please obey all signs and traffic cones.