Rumored to have been wreaked by havoc in the ‘60s and ‘70s by tricksters of all ages–Friday Harbor has taken to more subdued forms of celebrating the spookiest of holidays.

Whether you’re looking to do some ghost-hunting, or to see what costumes the kids are wearing these days–fear not, there are plenty of fun and festive opportunities around town this Halloween.

Begin early on All Hallow’s Day. Starting at the elementary school and then masquerading through town, this year’s annual elementary school dress-up parade begins at 9:30 a.m. (Friday is an “early release” day so the parade starts earlier than usual). Tots in disguise are surely the ones who have the most fun during Halloween. Get inspired for your own costume attire or just soak-in some of that inner child essence.

The San Juan Community Theatre will be screening National Theatre Live’s Frankenstein. Broadcasted to the theatre in high definition, the harrowing tale of the friend-less monster comes to life on the big screen in honor of this ghoulish day. The show begins at 7 p.m., tickets are $20.

Enter another dimension at the fairgrounds’ first-ever indoor movie. “Beetlejuice” will be screened in the main building at 9 p.m. Seating and concessions begin at 8:15. Good ghosts versus bad ghosts and striking a deal with one on the devil-ish side, the film is sure to get you in the holiday spirit. Costumes encouraged, but no masks.

An extravaganza for those that want to celebrate, while supporting a good cause, will be hosted by Wolf Hollow, 7 p.m., at Brickworks. The All Hallow’s Eve Charity Costume Ball will include creatively costumed islanders, tasty treats, local wine and cocktails, and live music.

Space is limited, tickets are $60 and all proceeds benefit the Wolf Hollow Wildlife Rehabilitation Center.

Visit www.wolfhollowwildlife.org for tickets to the costume ball.

Visit Serendipity Used Bookstore, home to the alleged ghost of Lena Wilson, who moved with her family from Lopez Island to the building now home to the store, and died in 1957. If you don’t feel any ghostly presence, congratulate the living residents of the building–as Halloween is their 19th anniversary of opening the store.

Roche Harbor Resort is home to several spooky spirits including Ada Beane, the personal secretary to the McMillin family when Roche Harbor still manufactured lime. Ms. Beane has made her presence known to Roche Harbor guests and employees through the flickering of lights, and sounds of footsteps when the hotel was empty. She’s sure to be active on the second floor of the Hotel de Haro on Halloween…if you dare.

While at Roche, meander through the woods and the graveyard to the Mausoleum, the symbolic tomb built for the McMillin family. The ashes of the family are even rumored to be underneath the chairs, and stories have been told of strange happenings if you sit down. You may get the feeling that you are not alone if you find yourself on this part of the island.

Halloween Highlights

• Elementary School Costume Parade: 9:30 a.m., Spring Street.

• National Theatre Live’s Frankenstein: 7 p.m., SJCT

• Beetlejuice: 9 p.m., Fairgrounds

• Wolf Hollow Costume Ball: 7 p.m., Brickworks