Project GLOW
- Dates
- Jun 5 to 6, 2027
- Status
- Confirmed
- Venue
- RFK Festival Grounds
- Price
- $140Payment plan available
- Camping
- None on site
- Last checked
- Nov 10, 2026
Project GLOW returns to RFK Festival Grounds, Washington, DC, Jun 5 to 6, 2027. Froligo tracks current ticket prices, attendee feedback and travel details.
The experience
What's special
Project GLOW is a two-day electronic dance music festival held at RFK Festival Grounds in Washington, DC, on June 5 and 6, 2027. It is produced by Insomniac with Club Glow, and the organizer describes the 2027 edition as a celebration of more than 20 years of dance music, art and culture in the capital. Music is spread across three stages named Eternal, Pulse and Secret Garden, alongside large-scale art installations. Press coverage dates the festival to a 2022 debut on the RFK grounds, and the lineup has leaned on house, trance, drum and bass, dubstep and techno acts.
How it works
Gates are open from 1 PM to 11 PM on both days, with the box office open from noon to 10 PM. Two-day passes come in general admission, GA+ (expedited entry and air-conditioned restroom trailers) and VIP tiers through Front Gate Tickets, with a $10 deposit option. Entry means a thorough bag search and photo ID check. There is no re-entry, no camping, and the event is cashless, with cards and mobile wallets accepted.
Who it suits
Project GLOW suits adults who want a big-room dance weekend close to a city center. Nobody under 18 is admitted, even with a guardian, and alcohol is 21 and over, so it is not a family event. The mix of house, trance, bass and techno works for long-time ravers and first-timers alike. As a day event with no camping, attendees stay in hotels and travel in each day.
What people love
Reviewers of past editions describe a friendly, welcoming crowd in elaborate outfits and say the festival suits first-timers. Entry lines were called among the fastest the writer had experienced, and the free shuttle from Union Station was praised in the debut year. The Pulse Stage drew praise for its surround sound and LED production. Criticisms include weather, a single congested exit in the first year and surging rideshare prices on the way out.
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Listen
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No official playlist linked yet. Find Project GLOW on Spotify.
Lineup
Here's who played in 2026:
Getting there
How do I get to Project GLOW?
By car
Most people drive to Project GLOW. Check current road and traffic conditions before you set off, and see parking below.
By train
No direct passenger rail to the venue was found. Drive, fly in, or use a shuttle instead.
By bus & public transit
DCA has its own Metrorail station on the Blue and Yellow Lines (reached via enclosed pedestrian bridges from Terminal 2, or the free Airport Shuttle bus from Terminal 1). The Blue Line runs straight through to Stadium-Armory station, which Project GLOW's own official travel page names as the Metro stop for the festival (also served by Orange/Silver), no transfer needed from DCA specifically on the Blue Line.
Book / infoTaxi & rideshare
Terminal 2: Baggage Claim Arrivals Level, -1st Floor outer curb). At RFK: Project GLOW's own travel page requires all Uber/Lyft/taxi pickups and drop-offs to use a designated Rideshare area a short walk from the festival entrance, open during all event hours and up to an hour after the show ends; guests are told to avoid surrounding residential streets.
Book / infoTaxis and rideshare such as Uber and Lyft can be limited near the venue, especially late at night or in rural areas. Agree a pickup point and time in advance and keep a backup plan.
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🅿 Parking
On site parking available. Cost Onsite parking is officially described as extremely limited and expected to sell out; lots open at noon with no overnight parking permitted. Single-day passes are sold in advance via Front Gate. Limited ADA parking is available first-come-first-served, requiring both a purchased parking pass and a handicap placard/permit/plate. Residential street parking is explicitly against festival guidance ("Residential parking laws will be enforced"). Metro and the designated Rideshare zone are the festival's own recommended primary options over driving. Prepay via Front Gate Tickets.
🚙 Car hire
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On site parking is available; if you are hiring a car it is worth checking the cost and how early it fills.
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Where
Venue
The venue has its own page with capacity, accessibility and parking.
Camping & Accommodation
Where can I stay near Project GLOW?
No on site camping. Here is where to stay nearby.
Mid-range hotels 4
818 Potomac Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20003
Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check rates200 C Street SE, Washington, DC 20003
Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check rates867 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20003
Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check rates175 L Street NE, Washington, DC 20002
Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check ratesTreat yourself 1
221 Tingey Street SE, Washington, DC 20003
Typically $350-700 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check ratesAirport hotels 2
2799 Richmond Highway, Arlington, VA 22202
Typically $100-190 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check rates2800 Potomac Avenue, Arlington, VA 22202
Typically $100-190 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check ratesAirbnb & private camping
Capitol Hill/H Street/Navy Yard-area Airbnb inventory is active. Project GLOW is a major 2-day, multi-thousand-capacity Insomniac-produced destination festival.
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Accessibility & comfort
The organizer does not publish accessibility details. Ask them directly before you travel about step-free access, accessible toilets, seating and anything else you need.
Pricing
Price history and tiers
Your Project GLOW fit
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Quick answers
When is Project GLOW 2027?
Jun 5 to 6, 2027
How much are Project GLOW tickets?
$140 per person, from the official ticket page. Prices change, so confirm before you buy.
Where is Project GLOW held?
RFK Festival Grounds, Washington, DC.