Hi-Lawn
Category: Rooftop Bars, Game Bars, Pop-ups
Neighborhood: NoMa
Price: $$
Address: 1309 5th St NE, Washington, DC 20002
✨ Vibe
A sprawling, high-energy rooftop oasis above Union Market that seamlessly transforms from a breezy picnic-style hang into an immersive seasonal wonderland with breathtaking skyline views.
🍸 Best For
Immersive holiday dates, large group gatherings, festive seasonal cocktails, and unique digital art experiences.
🔥 Highlights
- Snowglow at The Dome: This season, guests can step into a massive 50-foot sphere for a 90-minute immersive experience featuring 360-degree holiday projections, northern lights displays, and cozy lounge seating.
- Festive Culinary Pop-ups: Enjoy a curated seasonal menu featuring Alpine cheese fondue, spiced eggnog, mushroom custard, and themed treats like the "Snowgroni" and cherry hot chocolate.
- Dynamic Event Programming: Known for its high-impact transformations, the venue hosts everything from the Capitals SkyRink synthetic ice experience to vibrant night markets and outdoor lawn games.
ℹ️ Need to Know
- Reservations for "The Dome" should be booked in advance via Resy, though the heated public lounge area welcomes walk-in guests for drinks and snacks.
- Convenient free parking is available in the adjacent Union Market lot, and the venue is easily accessible via the rooftop elevator.
🔄 Weekly Events
👨👩👧👦 All-Ages Snowglow Matinees
Family-friendly matinee seatings of the Snowglow visual experience.
❄️ Snowglow at The Dome
An immersive 90-minute visual journey of animated holiday scenes projected 360 degrees inside a heated dome, featuring a menu of festive small plates and seasonal cocktails.
🍹 Snowglow Lounge
A heated and tented lounge open for walk-ins (no tickets required) offering the same Snowglow food and drink menu including spiced eggnog and Alpine fondue.
🎤 Thursday Karaoke
Free karaoke night where lyrics are projected across the dome walls.
🎱 Bingo Wednesdays
Midweek magic with free weekly Bingo Night. Reservations available, walk-ins welcome.
🎶 SnowByrd: Visual Vinyl
A weekend residency featuring all-vinyl DJ sets paired with 360-degree psychedelic visuals in The Dome.
Happy Hour
Drink specials to get the energy high before karaoke starts.
📰 In the News
Urban Pop-Ups Channel Cozy Mountain Chalets With All the Wintry Treats You Crave
Hi-Lawn at DC’s Union Market is hosting "Snowglow," an immersive winter pop-up that allows guests to step inside a life-sized snow globe featuring 360-degree holiday scenes and frosty decor. The experience offers seasonal treats such as Alpine cheese fondue and rum balls alongside festive drinks like spiced eggnog, Snowgronis, and cherry hot chocolate.
This Spring Night Market Brings A Taste Of Hong Kong To Washington, D.C.
Hi-Lawn hosts a vibrant Hong Kong-inspired night market on its expansive rooftop at Union Market, featuring street food stalls from Tiger Fork and themed cocktails. The event transforms the outdoor space into a bustling festival atmosphere with traditional decorations, live entertainment, and unique culinary offerings.
A Magical, Super-Sized ‘Snow Globe’ Is Returning To The Union Market Rooftop
Hi-Lawn at Union Market features a massive, heated "snow globe" dome for the winter season, offering a cozy environment for rooftop drinks and snacks. The venue provides panoramic views of the city alongside a rotating menu of seasonal cocktails and comfort food.
Recent Reviews from Google
This is a great extra space to gather with your family and friends. There's food and beverages available, plus lots of picnic tables. Music and games are part of Union Markets events held up there
We came here on a Friday closer to 10pm in April. We took the elevator up. They have a pretty large roof area and the weather was nice. It was not crowded so we found a table to sit easily. Then we...
We came here during a Valentine’s Day trip & we thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience. Parking was simple enough & free. The Dome itself was pretty warm & cozy even though it was really windy...
"The Dome" on the roof of Hi-Lawn DC is an exceptional experience! The giant dome looks so cool on the roof and inside is a next level immersive projection mapping show with food and drink. There...
The Dome Snowglow is a special, holiday popup located in a 50-foot sphere on the rooftop of Hi-Lawn @ Union Market. You have to purchase tickets for either 2, 4 or 6 people, via Resy, for a 90-min...
