The air fills with Halloween magic and children’s laughter as people of all ages approach Boney Island.

For the last two weeks in October, one front yard in Sherman Oaks is transformed into a magical display of family-friendly Halloween attractions.

Boney Island was created in 1998 by American producer and author Rick Polizzi. Polizzi created the book “Spin Again,” an illustrated collection of board games from the 1950s and 60s. He also received a Primetime Emmy Award for his work as an animator producer on the series, The Simpsons.

Polizzi’s background in animation and his desire for a Halloween event that wouldn’t be too frightening for his young daughters led to the creation of Boney Island.

Boney Island has become more popular every year. Over 25,000 visitors attend each year to see the various activities. Polizzi and the Boney Island team spend three months preparing and roughly $5,000 to host the event, yet admission is free.

Upon arrival, guests are greeted by the comedic animatronic Maestro Maxilla the Great, a skeleton magician who hosts a musical cauldron show with a choreographed water and light performance.

Behind this larger-than-life display is a 4-story tree house, which guests can visit and see Boney Island from above. In past years, celebrities like Halle Berry, Julie Bowen and Dave Grohl have been spotted at this event.

As guests make their way through the yard, they will encounter animated skeletons hanging from trees, hiding in bushes and dancing on the roof. All the while, telling jokes and doing magic tricks.

Toward the end of the attractions, guests can buy baked goods, hot chocolate and souvenirs from Boney Islands’ Boo-tique.

Boney Island is located at 4602 Morse Ave. Sherman Oaks, CA. 91402