Gotye treats fans to new offerings beyond the ubiquitous "Somebody That I Used to Know"; Jonti and Givers fill ears with dreamy pop

The Cougars charge into their final Conference USA season before moving to the Big East, with new starting QB David Piland

Servers at dine-in theater deliver popcorn as guests enjoy first-run releases

Seasoned riders offer basic instruction before guiding groups of two, four, or six across woodland trails

Professional artists lead students through the steps of reproducing images with paint during BYOB classes set to up-tempo music

Referees on 10 playing fields oversee games such as speedball, Capture the Flag, and Protect the VIP

Captains navigate Galveston Harbor or West Galveston Bay's serene waters; guests eat provided snacks and sip drinks brought from home

The Astros clash with National League rivals Cincinnati and Chicago—a rare spectacle once Houston switches to the AL after season's end

Water slides, a lazy river, and an aquatic playground beckon visitors to cool off; lunches with a burger, chips, and a drink sate appetites

Charity race decks runners out with holiday garb to raise funds for a local charity and Toys for Tots