Countdown to the centennial rivalry showdown: Pep rally, local specials, and 100 years of Hackettstown–Warren Hills football
HACKETTSTOWN, NJ (Warren County) – The countdown is on as the community gears up to celebrate 100 years of the Hackettstown–Warren Hills football rivalry with the Centennial Showdown, a weeklong celebration featuring local business specials, a community parade, pep rally, and Friday night’s highly anticipated White Out game under the lights.
Local businesses in Hackettstown are joining the festivities with Tiger-themed promotions, special menu items, and limited-edition merchandise. The celebration honors a century of football tradition that continues to unite generations of fans across both communities.
Tiger Specials
From Main Street to Mountain Avenue, Hackettstown businesses are showing their Tiger pride with themed offers and Centennial excitement:
- Home Sweet Hackettstown (159 Main St.) – Tiger-themed glassware and Hackettstown vs. Warren Hills prints. Six-pack of glasses for $20 or $5 each.
- Lulu’s Book Nook (159 Main St.) – Buy-one-get-one sports books through Oct. 26.
- Fromage (159 Main St.) – Tiger Charcuterie Boards ($74 value for $100 worth of food) and snack boxes ($30 value for $40). One day’s notice required.
- Greene’s Beans Café (High St.) – Tiger Pride Bucket specials.
- Mama’s Café Baci (260 Mountain Ave.) – 15% off meals during Tigers Week when mentioning “Tigers.”
- Philly Pretzel Factory (150 Mountain Ave.) – Football-shaped pretzels for $5.
- Grand Avenue Tavern (109 Grand Ave.) – Tiger Thyme cocktail made with gin, honey, and lemon.
- Marley’s Gotham Grill (169 Main St.) – “Tiger Wings” featuring the spicy-sweet Tiger Sauce.
- EuroDeli2Go (112 Main St.) – 15% off for anyone showing Tiger pride.
- Man Skirt Brewing (144 Main St.) – 15% off merchandise and the Tiger Fizz, a blood orange hard seltzer with glitter, plus a nonalcoholic version.
- Living Spirits Distillery (300 Valentine St.) – Go Tiger Glow cocktail and 20% off retail items for those wearing Tiger gear through Sunday.
- KM Salon Skin & Wax Loft (109 E. Plane St.) – “Tiger Tension Relief Facial,” a one-hour fall-themed treatment for $75.
- Czig Meister Brewing (106 Valentine St.) – Tiger Stripe cocktail available Friday, Oct. 24.
Thursday, Oct. 23 — Parade and Pep Rally
The celebration begins Thursday evening with the Centennial Rally Walk and Community Pep Rally, giving residents a chance to show their Tiger pride before the big game.
The Rally Walk starts at 6 p.m. from Hackettstown High School to Morrison Field. Residents are encouraged to line the streets and cheer for the Tigers, cheerleaders, and band as they parade through town.
Once at Morrison Field, the community is invited to the Pep Rally, featuring performances, school spirit, and a Glow Stick Finale to light up the night sky ahead of game day.
Friday, Oct. 24 — Centennial Game Night
Friday marks a milestone — the 100th anniversary of the Hackettstown–Warren Hills rivalry.
The Tiger Zone Pre-Game Celebration will run from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. near the pool entrance, featuring a lineup of local food trucks, games, and entertainment. Attendees can enjoy food and drinks from:
- Btch’n Bacon on a Stick
- The Sizzlin’ Spud
- Marley’s Wings
- A Slice of New Jersey
- Twin Flames Drinkables on the Go
Admission to the pregame event is $20 per person. Parking for Tiger Zone can be reserved in advance at: https://forms.gle/m1GjLmzCpodBvivk7.
WRNJ Radio will be broadcasting live, interviewing fans, and capturing the excitement before kickoff at 7:15 p.m.
Pregame ceremonies begin at 6:30 p.m., featuring alumni introductions by decade, Hall of Fame recognitions, and a special cheer performance.
Kickoff for the White Out Centennial Showdown is set for 7:15 p.m., when the Hackettstown Tigers take on the Warren Hills Streaks under the Friday night lights. Fans are encouraged to wear white to pack the stands and show their spirit.
Following the game, spectators can enjoy a Light Show Spectacular, celebrating a century of football, community, and pride shared between the two schools.
Postgame Celebration
The celebration continues for adults 21 and over at the Grand Avenue Tavern, which will host the Centennial After Party featuring live music, food, and drinks.
Those interested in attending the after party can sign up or learn more at: https://forms.gle/xV7BVH8WmpB9qZvX6.
