Seattle Theater Has 'Best' Friday The 13th Celebration

SEATTLE, WA — The first Friday the 13th of 2019 will feature a rare full "micro" harvest moon and the usual folkloric phobia that goes along with the day. But one Seattle movie theater is upping the tension this year with a secret (and meta) movie screening.

On Friday night, the Beacon Theater will show "the best" movie from the Friday the 13th film series — the one with knife-wielding, hockey-mask wearing Jason Voorhees.

What's "the best" Friday the 13th movie? Hard to tell. The franchise includes 12 films, eight of which were made in the 1980s at the height of the slasher movie craze. Many consider the first film (just called "Friday the 13th") to be the best, even though Jason isn't the killer in that one. Two later entries, "Jason Goes to Hell" and "Jason Takes Manhattan," are cult classics. And for people who weren't born in the 1980s, there was a poorly-reviewed 2009 reboot.

But maybe Beacon Theater won't even show a movie — there was also a "Friday the 13th" TV series, and several video games for devices ranging from the Commodore 64 to the iPhone.

You'll just have to show up to find out. The "The Best Friday the 13th Movie" screening starts at 9:30 p.m. at Beacon Theater, 4405 Rainier Ave S, Seattle.

Slasher movies not your thing? You're in luck, because there are plenty of other eerie Friday the 13th events happening around Puget Sound:

Friday the 13th Ghost Tour, Downtown Tacoma

"Have you ever felt a presence in the streets of Tacoma, or glanced over your shoulder and seen a person coming towards you only to vanish? You aren’t alone. There is something sinister that hunts on the streets of this port city. The heart of Tacoma was cursed long ago."

Witches Night Out Market, Arcadia, 943 NW 50th St., Seattle

"Geared towards Witches and the metaphysically-minded, the event features an array of curated artisans and mystical merchants, psychic readings and body workers, community chat space, and more!"

Children's Mid-Autumn Moon Festival, Donnie Chin International Park, Seattle

"Come celebrate the Mid-Autumn Moon with Family and Friends! There will be a moon cake eating contest, games, and prizes!"

Friday the 13th Dance Party, The Lime, Kirkland

"We'll be throwing down your favorite 80's HITS, so come and "cut" some moves on the dance floor with us. Hockey masks optional."

Witches at Twilight, Mystic Sanctuary, University Place

"Join us this night for Friday the 13th and Full Moon Festivities. There will be a Full Moon Ritual, vendors, psychics, snacks, sales and a raffle (do you feel lucky?). Lets CELEBRATE and get to know each other in this Pagan/Witchy community."

Night Ranger, Skagit Casino, Bow

Seattle Mariners vs. Chicago White Sox, T-Mobile Park, Seattle

The Addams Family, Tacoma Musical Playhouse, Tacoma

"THE ADDAMS FAMILY features an original story, and it’s every father’s nightmare."

Friday the 13th Beer Party, The Independent Beer Bar, Everett

"Enjoy a hand curated selection of Friday the 13th themed beers from breweries all over the PNW."

Paranormal Bootcamp 101, Walker Ames House, Port Gamble

"Port Gamble and The League of Extra Sensory Gentleman invite you to join them for a weekend of paranormal education and intellect. Meet & learn from a gathering of some of the brightest minds in the Pacific Northwest Paranormal Community: Ben Robison, Casey Goodwin, Jay Verburg, Michael White & Neil McNeill."