The 26th annual Fringe Festival is about to hit Philly like a ton of bricks. Here are some of the most promising snippets from their four-week-long schedule.

Plus more of what the city is talking about.

Fashion takes a cue from the art world this season with statuesque gowns, unexpected cutouts, and patterns that prove more is definitely more.

Here’s one book you shouldn’t judge by its cover.

The co-owner of Philly’s only Vietnamese speciality coffee roaster has strong feelings about fake, neon-green pandan and community as a buzzword.

What a difference a mere two blocks make.

Plus more of what the city is talking about.

“The goal was to create a joy-focused event, filled with fun.”

Get to know who they are, what they do, and what charities they’re supporting.

It’s the democratization of local food criticism. What could possibly go wrong?

Terrill Haigler, better known as Ya Fav Trashman, on why he’s running for City Council At-Large and how cleaning up trash in the city could improve everything from gun violence to educational attainment.

The quality of this custom builder’s spec house makes it stand out from the crowd.

From botanicals to Pantone, there is inspiration everywhere.

For when you need to get away, but still want a slice of home.

This throwback by a master architect anticipated the way we live today.