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Halloween Fun Guide

DENNIS ODA / 2015

Melissa Matter and her daughter Madeleine pick out pumpkins at Aloun Farms’ annual Pumpkin Festival.

SCARY MOVIES

>> Regal 2017 Horror Fest: Single-feature screenings at 7 and 10 p.m. ($5), double-feature screenings at 7 p.m. only ($10); Dole Cannery Stadium 18. Info: regmovies.com/promotions

• Oct. 9, “The Dead Zone” (1983) and “Pet Sematary” (1989)

• Oct. 10, “The Monster Squad” (1987)

• Oct. 16, “King Kong” (1933) and “Them!” (1954)

• Oct. 17, “Nightmare on Elm Street” (1984)

• Oct. 23, “Cat People” (1982) and “Videodrome” (1983)

• Oct. 24, “Jaws” (1975)

• Oct. 30-31, “The Shining” (1980)

>> Hitchcocktober: Featuring the films of Alfred Hitchcock, 7 p.m. Tuesdays at Kahala Theatres. Cost: $10. Info: consolidatedtheatres.com

• Oct. 10, “Notorious”

• Oct. 17, “Vertigo”

• Oct. 24, “Rebecca”

• Oct. 31, “Psycho” (also playing at Olino Theatres in Kapolei, presented in Titan Luxe)

>> Tim Burton Film Festival: Oct. 20-22, Hawaii Theatre Center. Arts, crafts, entertainment and themed costume contest for each screening; no children under 4. Cost: $7 to $12. Info: 528-0506, 808ne.ws/2hKheEg

• Oct. 20, 8 p.m., “Beetlejuice”

• Oct. 21, 2 p.m., “Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children”; 8 p.m., “Edward Scissorhands”

• Oct. 22, 2 p.m., “The Corpse Bride”

>> Best of RiffTrax Live: “Night of the Living Dead”: Oct. 25, 7:30 p.m., Dole Cannery Stadium 18. A riff on the 1968 horror classic that kicked off the zombie craze with Michael J. Nelson, Kevin Murphy and Bill Corbett of “Mystery Science Theater 3000” fame. Cost: $13.09. Info: fathomevents.com

>> “Beetlejuice”: Oct. 29, 1 p.m., Pearl City Public Library. Rated PG. Info: 453-6566.

>> “Little Shop of Horrors: The Director’s Cut”: Oct. 29 and 31, 2 and 7 p.m., Dole Cannery Stadium 18. Screening of the 1986 cult-hit musical (rated PG-13) with original 23-minute finale and exclusive interview with director Frank Oz. Cost: $13.09. Info: fathomevents.com

>> “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them”: Oct. 30, 4:30 to 7 p.m., Mililani Public Library. Rated PG-13. Info: 627-7470

>> “Monsters Inc.”: Oct. 31, 3 to 4:30 p.m., Waikiki-Kapahulu Public Library. Rated G. Info: 733-8488

ARTS & CRAFTS

>> House Mart Ben Franklin craft demonstrations: Info: benfranklinhawaii.com

• Keiki Saturdays: 10 a.m. to noon through October at all Oahu locations: Oct. 14, animal ears headband ($5); Oct. 21, Halloween candy jar ($10); Oct. 28, Halloween ghost jars with tea light ($10).

• Enchanted Lake: UV resin pumpkin, Oct. 16 and 27; pompom spider, Oct. 17 and 22; hearty clay ghost, Oct. 18 and Oct. 25; Halloween bag, Oct. 19; Halloween bag decor, Oct. 23; eraser clay monster, Oct. 24 and Oct. 29; and fall wreath, Oct. 31; all sessions at noon. Info: 261-4621

• Mapunapuna: Halloween card, 1 p.m. Oct. 15, 16, 20, 24, 27 and 29. Info: 833-3800

• Market City: Spider bow goodie bag, noon Oct. 16, 17 and 20; Halloween candy jar, 3 p.m. Oct. 16 and 18; Halloween wreaths, 3 p.m. Oct. 17; apothecary jars, 2 p.m. Oct. 18 and noon Oct. 19; Halloween jar with glass pens, noon Oct. 23; Halloween ghost jars, 3 p.m. Oct. 24 and 26; cheese cloth ghost, 3 p.m. Oct. 25; bat pillow box, noon Oct. 27, 11 a.m. Oct. 29 and noon Oct. 30. Info: 735-4211

• Pearl City: Halloween envelope art, 4 p.m. Oct. 14; “EEK” wall hanging, 1 p.m. Oct. 20; “BOO” wall hanging, 4 p.m. Oct. 24; Halloween treat bags, 5 p.m. Oct. 26. Info: 455-1909

>> Art Explorium: All classes run from 2:30 to 4 p.m. at 1142 Koko Head Ave. Registration required. Info: 312-4316 or artexplorium.org

• Felted fall pumpkins: Oct. 14. Ages 8 and older; parental help required for keiki age 7. Cost: $20.

• Spooky Scenes: Oct. 15. Create a miniature spooky table decoration using air-dry clay. Ages 5 and older. Cost: $20.

• Halloween glow jars: Oct. 22. Recycled glass jars are transformed into cool glow jars using acrylic paint and candles. Ages 5 and older. Cost: $15.

• Whimsical owl paintings: Oct. 28. Ages 5 and older. Cost: $15.

• Patterned pumpkin paintings: Oct. 29. Ages 5 and older. Cost: $15.

>> Ocean Craft Day: Oct. 21, 10 a.m. to noon, Living Art Marine Center, 3239 Ualena St. Design an orange-colored T-shirt with a spooky octopus or animal of choice. Cost: Starts at $8. Reservations recommended. Info: 841-8080 or livingartmarinecenter.com

>> Wine & Design: 25 N. King St. Step-by-step instruction is provided; bring your own wine or beer and snacks. Info: 726-2910 or wineanddesign.com/locations/honolulu

• Pumpkin painting: Oct. 15, ongoing from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.; admission ends 2:30 p.m. Drop in with a real or fake pumpkin or two for guidance in personalizing your fall decor; supplies provided. Cost: $20.

• Pumpkin family: Oct. 21, 11 a.m. Keiki are welcome in this family-friendly session. Cost: $25.

• Decorate your own sugar skull: Oct. 27, 6:30 p.m. Cost: $45.

• Green witch: Oct. 29, 2 p.m. Keiki are welcome in this family-friendly session. Cost: $25.

FAMILY FUN

>> Fall Harvest & Pumpkin Patch: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays in October, Waimanalo Country Farms, 41-225 Lupe St. “Country fun” with games, rides, animals, pumpkin picking, fresh produce, sweet corn and more. Info: 306-4381 or waimanalocountryfarms.com

>> Zombie Paintball Massacre: Oct. 13-14, 20-21, 27-31 from 7 to closing, 919 Kekaulike St., downtown. Presented by Scream 808. Presale $12, $10 per person for groups of 10 or more, $15 at the door, $20 FastPass. Info: scream808.com

>> Aloun Farms’ Pumpkin Festival: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 14-15 (with free educational farm activities); Oct. 21-22 (with free obstacle course); Oct. 28 (Military Appreciation Day with Dita Holifield, costume contests, free carnival games and free entry for military with ID); and Oct. 29, 91-1440 Farrington Highway, Kapolei. Enjoy free tractor-pulled hayrides, pony rides, petting zoo, games, picture booths, food vendors, farmers market and roam the grounds for sweet corn, sunflowers, string beans, pumpkins and more. Donate two garbage-sized bags of gently used clothing and receive free admission; donate canned goods to Hawaii FoodBank for mini pumpkin or colorful gourd. Presented by Hoopili and United Healthcare Community Plan. Cash only. Cost: $3, free for ages 2 and under. Info: 677-9516 or alounfarms.com

>> Dive ‘n’ Movie: Oct. 14, with extended hours from 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., Wet ‘n’ Wild Hawaii, 400 Farrington Highway, Kapolei. Bring your camera to take pictures with Wonder Woman and enjoy a screening of the PG-13 film at dusk. Costumed keiki have a chance to win a prize. Admission: $19.99 after 5 p.m.; free for ages 12 and under with a paid adult. Info: 674-9283 or wetnwildhawaii.com

>> Kid’s World Mall-o-Ween costume contest: Oct. 14, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Windward Mall. Entertainment, arts and crafts, and more. Sponsored by P.A.R.E.N.T.S. Inc. Info: 235-1143 or windwardmall.com

>> Chinatown Zombie Con: Oct. 14, 4 p.m to 2 a.m. at participating venues including Bar 35 (zombie costume contest), Manifest (zombie photo booth), Royal Arcade Bar, Nextdoor (zombie makeup), Downbeat (live band), Proof Public House. Supporting National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, with proceeds to benefit breast cancer research. Cost: $10. 808ne.ws/2fNTHOg

>> Bank of Hawaii Family Sunday: “Princes and Princesses,” Oct. 15, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Honolulu Museum of Art; activities end 3 p.m. Check out Lego castle creations by Lego Enthusiasts Association of Hawaii while keiki build their own structures; Uncle Wayne and the Howling Dog Band; and “Kid Flix 2017, Part 2” (11:10 a.m. and 1 p.m.). Info: 808ne.ws/2fHuoxl

• Yurt Life: Free shuttle bus to Spalding House for Halloween costume decorating and more from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. (activities end 3 p.m.)

>> Kikaida & Friends: Oct. 15, 2 to 3 p.m., Sanki, Pearl City Shopping Center. Take pictures with Kikaida, Hakaida, “scary monsters” and Ban Daisuke, star of the 1970s TV series “Jinzo Ningen Kikaida,” with balloons, games, “Kikaida-Oke” and DVD giveaways. Fans are encouraged to dress in Kikaida theme. Info: generationkikaida.com

>> Color Mask: A Trick or Treat Event: Oct. 16, 3:30 p.m., Mililani Public Library. Color and create a superhero mask and trick-or-treat throughout the library. For keiki in grades K through 6. Info: 627-7470

>> Reading Awakens: This Halloween: Oct. 17, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Kahuku Public & School Library. “Star Wars”-themed event invites costumed readers to join the “Kahuku Rebel Alliance” for games, prizes, crafts, treats and a photo booth. Info: 293-8935

>> Spookapalooza Haunted Train: Oct. 20-21, with departure times at 7, 7:45, 8:30 and 9:15 p.m., Hawaiian Railway Society train yard, 91-1001 Renton Road, Ewa Beach. Food trucks on site. Cost: $5 for ages 3 and older (cash only). Reservations required. Info: 681-5461 or hawaiianrailway.com

>> Waikiki Halloween Celebration: Oct. 21, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Jefferson Elementary School, 324 Kapahulu Ave. Games, activities, entertainment, costume contest, haunted house, petting zoo, horse carriage rides, crafts and food products. Sponsored by Creations of Hawaii. Info: 735-4510 or bymela.vpweb.com

>> Disney Junior at the Movies: HalloVeen Party!: Oct. 21 at 10 a.m., Oct. 26 at 4 p.m. and Oct. 28 at 12:55 p.m., Regal Dole Cannery Stadium 18. Wear your costumes to a special Disney Junior-themed celebration including a never-before-seen episode of “Vampirina.” Cost: $13.09 adults, $10.47 keiki. Info: 808ne.ws/2fPJEMh

>> A Home Made Halloween: Oct. 21, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Salt Lake Shopping Center. Festivities include trick-or-treating, make-and-take crafts, games, prizes with costume contests for ages 12 and under at 11:30 a.m. followed by pets; registration begins 10 a.m. Info: saltlakeshoppingcenter.com

>> Great Pumpkin Festival: Oct. 21, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Holy Nativity, 5286 Kalanianaole Highway, Aina Haina. Pumpkin patch with more than 2,500 locally grown pumpkins, entertainment, holiday market and food, games, arts and crafts for keiki, pony rides, rock climbing, mechanical bull and Nerf challenge. Info: 373-3232 or hawaiipumpkinfest.com

>> Pumpkin Carving Festival: Oct. 21, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Windward Mall, Center Court. Pumpkin-carving fun at two sessions, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. or 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. Family package ($35) includes pumpkin, carving kit, gloves, stencils and work table for four or buy two packages ($65) with room for eight. Proceeds benefit Keiki O Ka Aina Family Learning Centers. Info: 945-1005 or pumpkincarvingfestival.org

• Master carver: Ed Moody of Michigan returns to create a “Beauty & the Beast” character.

• High school teams compete to carve the theme “Malama Honua”: 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., second floor; awards ceremony at 1 p.m. Info: 497-7264 or email billie@gabrielmmi.com

>> Spook Life Park: Oct. 21, noon to 4 p.m., Sea Life Park. Trick-or-treating, Haunted Theater, underwater pumpkin-carving demonstrations, Monster Mash Bash costume contest for keiki up to age 12 (special category for using recycled materials). Cost: $13.01 general admission beginning at noon. Info: 259-2500 or sealifeparkhawaii.com

>> Keiki costume contest: Oct. 21, 1 p.m., Kamehameha Shopping Center (fronting Times Supermarket), for ages 12 and under. Registration begins at noon. Info: kamehamehashoppingcenter.com

>> Halloween Party: Oct. 21, 5 to 7 p.m., Market City Shopping Center. Trick-or-treating, photo opportunities, popcorn, music and more. Info: marketcityhawaii.com

>> Spooky Fun House: Oct. 24, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Kalihi Valley District Park. Sponsored by Department of Parks and Recreation, Kalihi Valley Complex. Info: 832-7812

>> Spooktacular Halloween Party: Oct. 25, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Kapolei Public Library. Costumed keiki (12 and under) welcome for carnival-style games, roving puppeteer and photos with “Star Wars” members of Pacific Outpost of the 501st Legion. Info: 693-7050

>> Tricks and Treats: Oct. 26, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Tony Roma’s Westridge, 98-150 Kaonohi St., Aiea. Featuring magician Alan Arita and balloon artist Suzette Arita. Keiki ages 10 and under eat free with purchase of adult entree. Info: 487-9911

>> Halloween Safety & Awareness Seminar: Oct. 27, 4 to 5:30 p.m., United MMA Martial Arts & Fitness Center, 94-530 Ukee St., Waipio. Costumed youths can learn basic safety awareness and self-defense techniques, with games and treats. Info: 450-5700

>> Halloween Fun Night: Oct. 27, 5:30 to 8 p.m., Waimanalo District Park. Sponsored by Department of Parks and Recreation. Info: 259-8015

>> Halloween costume contest: Oct. 27, 6 p.m., Halawa District Park. Sponsored by Department of Parks and Recreation, Halawa Complex. Info: 483-7850

>> Dangle Your Bones: Oct. 27, 6 to 8 p.m., Still & Moving Center, 1024 Queen St. Face painting, costume contest, food and drinks, dancing under a black light, and aerial silk, lyra hoop and hula performances. All ages. Info: 397-7678 or 808ne.ws/2xJuNcA

>> Halloween fun: Oct. 28, 10 a.m., Hawaii Kai Public Library. Enjoy costumed trick-or-treating in the library, scary science experiments in the Spooky Laboratory and Balloon Monsoon creations. For ages 3 and older. Info: 397-5833

>> Halloween Spooktacular: Oct. 28, 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., Waikiki-Kapahulu Public Library. Face painting until 12:30 p.m., bingo at 11 a.m., crafts, games, “The Addams Family” screening at 1 p.m. Costumes encouraged. Info: 733-8488

>> Pumpkin-carving contest: Oct. 28, 2 to 4 p.m., Royal Hawaiian Center, Royal Grove. Info: 931-3151 or 808ne.ws/2hJAsd8

>> A Magical Halloween: Oct. 28, 5 to 7 p.m., Kailua parking garage (behind Longs). Costume parade, “Trunk or Treat” fleet of decorated vehicles, magician Curtis Kam, games, make-and-take crafts, food and more. Presented by Alexander & Baldwin. Info: 234-0404 or abkailua.com

>> An Enchanted Halloween Ball: Oct. 28, 5 to 9 p.m., Mililani Shopping Center. Costume contest for all ages and pets at 6 p.m. (register at 5 p.m.), activities, prize giveaways, movie screening (title not provided) at dusk. Info: mililanishoppingcenter.com

>> Rock the Block Halloween Spooktacular: Oct. 28, 5 to 10 p.m. along Cooke and Auahi streets in Kakaako. Keiki costume contest, food trucks and street vendors, with beer garden and live performances by Ooklah, Jimmy Weeks, Peni Dean and Mahkess. Info: artistryhonolulu.com

>> Costume contest: Oct. 28, 5:30 p.m., Kahala Mall. Judging begins 6 p.m. for eight age groups, including “family” category. Sponsored by Department of Parks and Recreation, Waialae Complex. Info: 733-7357

>> Family Promise 5K Fun Walk/Run: Oct. 28, 7 a.m., begins and ends at Kailua Intermediate School. Participants encouraged to dress in costume. Pancake breakfast to follow with raffles and prizes. Cost: $30, $15 for ages 12 and under. Supporters may also register for “virtual 5K” for $20. Proceeds to benefit homeless families. Info: familypromisehawaii.org

>> Spooky Spiders: Oct. 29, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., Hawaii Nature Center. Search for creepy crawlers in the forest and create a spider mask; ages 3 to 5. Cost: $10. Reservations required. Info: 955-0100, ext. 118, or hawaiinaturecenter.org

>> Halloween water show: Oct. 29, 3 p.m., Windward YMCA. A performance with mermaids and synchronized swimmers. Info: 864-8122 or email mermaidshi@aol.com

>> Keiki Costume Ball: Oct. 29, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Hawaii Children’s Discovery Center. Arts and crafts, games, trick-or-treating, photo booth, carousel ride, pizza and ice cream, with special appearance by Lani Moo. Cost: $16 ($10 members). Register by Oct. 13. Info: 524-5437 or discoverycenterhawaii.org

>> Escape the Vampire’s Lair!: Oct. 30, 3 to 7 p.m., Pearl City Public Library. Teens have 30 minutes to solve puzzles and decipher clues to unlock a weapon to defeat the vampire. Registration required. Info: 453-6566

>> Kalihi Uka haunted house and costume contest: Oct. 30, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Kalihi Uka Community Park. Sponsored by Department of Parks and Recreation. Info: 832-7807

>> Halloween preschool storytime: Oct. 31, 10:30 a.m., Mililani Public Library. Stories, sing-alongs and trick-or-treating throughout the library (ages 2 and older). Info: 627-7470

>> Trick-or-treat!: Oct. 31, 2:30 to 4:30 p.m., Waianae Public Library. Trick-or-treating for noncandy treats, crafts, games and healthy snacks. Info: 697-7868

>> 10.31 Fall Fest: Oct. 31, 5 to 8 p.m., Bay View Golf Park, 45-285 Kaneohe Bay Drive. Costume contest, pie-eating contest, free games and candy, food vendors, henna tattoos and more. Hosted by Windward Church of the Nazarene. Info: 235-8787 or windwardnazarene.com

>> Harvest Festival 2017: Oct. 31, 6 to 8 p.m., Calvary Chapel Windward, Aikahi Park Shopping Center. Free games, candy, balloons, prizes, food and drinks, and glitter tattoos and face-painting for a fee. No scary costumes. Info: 254-5546

TRICK OR TREAT

At participating merchants for costumed keiki, while supplies last:

>> Salt Lake Shopping Center: Oct. 21, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

>> Market City Shopping Center: Oct. 21, 5 to 7 p.m.

>> Aikahi Park Shopping Center: Oct. 28, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., “No Tricks Just Treats” with “Trunk and Treat” at Cars & Coffee Hawaii Auto Meet-up, keiki costume contest (ages 12 and under) at 11 a.m., prize giveaways and more; color-your-own Halloween bags for first 200 keiki. Info: aikahiparkshoppingcenter.com

>> Hawaii Kai Towne Center: Oct. 28, 5-8 p.m., Halloween Spooktacular with costume contest, arts and crafts. Info: hawaiikaitownecenter.com.

>> Haleiwa Store Lots: Oct. 29, 2 p.m., with keiki costume contest at 4 p.m., registration begins 2 p.m. for first 25 keiki (ages 1 to 13). Info: haleiwastorelots.com.

>> Royal Hawaiian Center: Oct. 29, 2 to 7 p.m., and Oct. 31, 4 to 9 p.m. Keiki (10 and under) and parent costume contest, 4 to 5:30 p.m. Oct. 29 only; registration at 3 p.m. Info: 922-2299 or 808ne.ws/2xONnAT.

>> Ala Moana Center: Oct. 31, 5 to 7 p.m.

>> Ka Makana Alii: Oct. 31, 5 to 9 p.m.

>> Kaneohe Bay Shopping Center: Oct. 31, 5 to 7 p.m., with trick-or-treating, games, prizes, and create-your-own Halloween bags for first 300 keiki. Info: kaneohebayshoppingcenter.com

>> Kapolei Shopping Center: Oct. 31, 5 to 7 p.m.,with trick-or-treating, pumpkin patch with free mini pumpkins to decorate, prize giveaways, games and more. Info: kapoleishopping.com.

>> Koko Marina Center: Oct. 31, 5 to 7 p.m.

>> Mililani Shopping Center: Oct. 31, 5 to 7 p.m.

>> Pearlridge Center: Oct. 31, 5 to 7 p.m.

>> Kahala Mall: Oct. 31, 5:30 to 7 p.m.

>> Windward Mall: Oct. 31, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

NIGHT SCENE

>> Chinatown Zombie Con: Oct. 14, 4 p.m to 2 a.m. at participating venues including Bar 35 (zombie costume contest), Manifest (zombie photo booth), Royal Arcade Bar, Nextdoor (zombie makeup), Downbeat (live band), Proof Public House. Supporting National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, with proceeds to benefit breast cancer research. Cost: $10. 808ne.ws/2fNTHOg

>> “The Rocky Horror Picture Show”: Oct. 26-27, 8 p.m.; Oct. 28, 7 p.m. and midnight; and Oct. 31, 8 p.m., The Arts at Marks Garage, 1159 Nuuanu Ave.; doors open one hour prior to showtime for cocktails and snacks; interactive prop boxes available for $5. Experience the cult classic film as a fully interactive show with a full cast of characters, hosted by Tita Titsling, with post-show soiree. Costumes encouraged. Cost: $25, $20 in advance. Info: 808ne.ws/2yFxucI

>> Sky Waikiki’s Night of the Killer Costume: Two-day Halloween celebration at Sky Waikiki Rooftop Restaurant, Lounge and Nightclub, 2270 Kalakaua Ave., 19th floor. For ages 21 and older. Info: skywaikiki.com

• Oct. 28: 10 p.m.; costume contest, cash prizes; regular dinner service available. Cover charge begins at $25.

• Oct. 31: 8 p.m.; costume contest, cash prizes; no dinner service. Cover charge begins at $10 (free with Hawaii or industry ID).

>> Mensch’s in Masquerade: A Jewish Singles Halloween Social: Oct. 31, 7 to 11 p.m., Temple Emanu-El, 2550 Pali Highway. Israeli dancing, magic, music and refreshments. For ages 21 and older. Info: email fw5777@yahoo.com

>> League Up! for Halloween at the Hyatt: Oct. 31, 8 p.m., Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort and Spa, 2424 Kalakaua Ave. Dress up as a superhero or villain from this year’s blockbuster films for cash and prizes; after-party at The District Nightclub. Presented by Racesauce Events and Element Group. For ages 21 and older. Tickets: $10 to $25. Info: events.racesauce.com

>> Wild Wild West Halloween Party: Oct. 31, 9 p.m.to 1:30 a.m., RumFire, Sheraton Waikiki, 2255 Kalakaua Ave. Dress in Wild West costumes for a chance to win cash and prizes. Cover charge: $10. Info: 808ne.ws/2kjoM1G

GHOST STORIES/TOURS

>> Ghost tours: Weekly tours in Honolulu, Waikiki and Fort Street Mall, 7 to 9 p.m. Led by Mysteries of Hawaii’s Lopaka Kapanui. Recommended for ages 12 and older. Reservations required. Info: mysteries-of-hawaii.com/tours

• Haunted Fort Street Mall: Mondays; meet at Puna sculpture at Walker Park (next to TOPA Financial Center). Cost: $40.

• Waikiki Ke One Kapu: Tuesdays; meet on steps fronting Royal Hawaiian Hotel’s Great Lawn. Cost: $40.

• Ghosts of Old Honolulu: Wednesdays and Thursdays; meet outside Hawaii State Library, 478 S. King St. Cost: $20 through October.

>> Walk with the Dead ghost tours: 7 p.m. nightly through October in the Capitol District. Steve Fredrick leads a 1.5-mile walk with stops at known sites of murders, deaths and suicides. For ages 21 and older. Cost: $40. Reservations required 48 hours in advance. Info: 395-0674 or stevestoursandfilms.vpweb.com.

>> Hauntings at Hawaii’s Plantation Village: Oct. 8, with 90-minute tours by Ghostfolks Hawaii at 7 and 9 p.m., 94-695 Waipahu St. Bring flashlight and walking shoes. For ages 13 and older; under 18 requires an adult. Cost: $15 (cash only). Info: 677-0110 or email ghostfolkshawaii@gmail.com.

>> Haunted Honolulu Zombie Trolley Tour: Oct. 13-14, Oct. 20-21, Oct. 27-29 and Oct. 31, with tours at 6:30 and 8:30 p.m.; board at Honolulu Zoo or Waikiki Shell parking lots. Take the Waikiki Trolley to some of Honolulu’s most haunted sites but beware of uninvited riders. Hosted by Lopaka Kapanui and Lele “Buffy” Kahalepuna-Wong. Benefit for Ronald McDonald House via Kidz for a Cause. Recommended for ages 13 and older. Cost: $39. Info: 808ne.ws/2y0aGa9

>> Scary story time with Hawaii Fiction Writers : Oct. 21, 10:30 a.m. to noon, Kapolei Public Library. Authors Michael Little, Laurie Hanan, Carol Catanzariti and Gail Baugniet share spooky readings suitable for adults. Info: 693-7050 or 808ne.ws/2x3Lssq

>> Midnight Ghost Hunters Bus Tours: Oct. 21 and 28; meet at 11:45 p.m. in front of Hawaii State Library, 478 S. King St. Hear local scary tales during a three-hour bus ride to haunted spots; dress as your favorite haunted characters. For ages 12 and older. Cost: $40. Reservations required. Info: 673-9099 or mysteries-of-hawaii.com/octoberevents

>> Hawaii’s Spirits and Legends: Night Marchers: Nov. 3, 7:30 p.m., Doris Duke Theatre, Honolulu Museum of Art. Lopaka Kapanui shares stories about the legendary “travelers of the night.” Cost: $15 ($12 members). Info: 808ne.ws/2yUD7EZ.

MISCELLANEOUS

>> Hidden Treasures Thrift Store: Find costume accessories, wigs, hats and more. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays in October, Moiliili Community Center, 2535 S. King St. Info: 942-0595

>> Costume rentals: Diamond Head Theatre Costume Shop hours are 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, with extended hours Oct. 25 through Nov. 1 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., 520 Makapuu Ave. Info: 733-0277, ext. 2

>> Costume sale: Oct. 14, noon to 5 p.m., Arts at Marks Garage, 1159 Nuuanu Ave. Hawaii Shakespeare Festival and other theater groups offer costumes, masks, headpieces, accessories and more for sale, with advice from costume designers. Info: hawaiishakes.org

>> DanceMagic808 Halloween dance and costume contest: Oct. 21, 6 to 9:30 p.m., Ala Wai Golf Clubhouse, second-floor Palladium. The ballroom dance club event offers prizes in five categories. Cost: $6 ($3 members). Info: 372-2256 or dancemagic808.com

>> Spooky Reel Camps for Girls: Three-day workshop, 4 to 7 p.m. Oct. 27, and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 28-29, 3167 Waialae Ave. Girls ages 13 to 19 produce spooky short films. Come prepared with story outline, props and cast while staffers assist with camera and editing. Presented by Hawaii Women in Filmmaking. Cost: $200 or sliding-scale fee based on family size and income. Info: 808ne.ws/2yHUYic

HAUNTED ATTRACTIONS

>> FEATURED: Villains Haunted House: Oct. 27-31, 5 to 8 p.m., Sheraton Princess Kaiulani, lobby level, 120 Kaiulani Ave. Wander through 20 villain-themed rooms (suitable for ages 12 and older), plus activity-filled keiki corner; 15 percent discount at Pikake Terrace and Splash Bar. Benefit for Aloha United Way. Cost: $5 suggested donation, $2 parking with validation. Info: 922-5811 or facebook.com/sheratonprincesskaiulani

>> Zombie Apocalypse Rescue Mission: 7 to 10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays through October, with a special “rescue mission” on Oct. 31, Coral Crater Adventure Park, 91-1780 Midway Road, Kapolei. (If using GPS, enter 3845 Roosevelt Ave. for accurate location.) Participate in a live-action, video game-style shooting experience with replica M4 tactical laser guns to combat zombies; includes off-road driving (drivers must be age 18 or older), escape-room challenges and zip lining. Suitable for ages 6 and older. Cost: $119 ($99.99 kamaaina). Info: 626-5773 or coralcrater.com

>> “Mummy: Curse of the Crypt by Jorge Garcia”: Oct. 13-14, Oct. 19-21, and Oct. 26-31, 7 to 11 p.m., 171-A Hamakua Drive, Kailua. For ages 12 and older. Keiki-friendly nights, 5 to 7 p.m. Oct. 21, 28 and 29. Presented by Skeleton Key Hawaii. Cost: $15 ($20 FastPass). Info: 829-8606 or skeletonkeyhawaii.com

>> Haunted Plantation: “Chapter 12: Apparitions,” Oct. 13-15, Oct. 20-22 and Oct. 27-29 from 7 to 11 p.m., and Oct. 31 from 7 to 9 p.m., Hawaii’s Plantation Village, 94-695 Waipahu St.; ticket booth opens 6:15 p.m. Tour 19 haunted houses, all based on true events. For ages 13 and older; youths under age 16 must have adult supervision. Cost: $15, $20 FastPass, $30 VIP with front-of-line access (cash only). Info: 783-8381 or hawaiihauntedplantation.com

>> Zombie Paintball Massacre: Oct. 13-14, 20-21, 27-31 from 7 to closing, 919 Kekaulike St., downtown. Presented by Scream 808. Presale $12, $10 per person for groups of 10 or more, $15 at the door, $20 FastPass. Info: scream808.com

PET-FRIENDLY

>> “Howl-o-Ween Woof-tacular”: Oct. 15, 3 to 7 p.m., Hawaii Doggie Bakery, 2961C E. Manoa Road. Costume contest, photo booth, games and “the world’s first Doggie Escape Room.” Register online. Info: 783-7390, hawaiidoggiebakery.org

>> Trick or Treat for dogs: Oct. 21 and 28, noon to 4 p.m., Hawaii Doggie Bakery, 2961C E. Manoa Road. Costumed dogs may perform a trick for a treat. Info: 783-7390, hawaiidoggiebakery.org

>> PetWalk 2017: Oct. 29, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Magic Island, Ala Moana Beach Park. Walk in costume while enjoying food, entertainment, and pet float and costume competitions. No registration fee; donations welcome. Info: hawaiianhumane.org/petwalk

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