Transportation & Shuttles
Mark Center to Pentagon:
Special Event shuttles will run every 10–15 minutes from 6:45 a.m. to 8:55 a.m. and return trips from 12:55 p.m. to 3:50 p.m.
North Parking (Corridor 2):
Shuttle A runs every 10–15 minutes between 6:55 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. with departures from North Parking Stops 3, 4, & 5 to Corridor 2. The 10N Circulator will run at normal schedule in the afternoon to support passengers.
Shuttle B runs every 10–15 minutes between 6:55 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. with departures from North Parking Stops 6, 7, & 8 to Corridor 2. The 10N Circulator will run at normal schedule in the afternoon to support passengers.
South Parking (Corridor 2):
Special Event shuttles will run every 10–15 minutes between 7:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. with departures from the Eads Street and Fern Street Stops to Corridor 2. The 10S Circulator will run at normal schedule in the afternoon to support passengers.
Parking & Accessibility
• Parking must be pre-coordinated through your agency’s parking representative. Please use normal channels to request parking through appropriate agency parking reps.
• PFPA will enforce normal procedures, so please plan accordingly to avoid any violations
Special accommodations:
• Scooters: 703-693-3683
• Wheelchairs: 703-697-7351
• ASL support: whs.asl.interpreting-services@mail.mil
Smoking Policy
Smoking will be prohibited within the Center Courtyard on Thursday, April 24, 2025, from 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Guided Building Tours
• Departures every 5 minutes from 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 – 2:00 p.m. from the 3rd Floor, Apex 1/2.
• ASL-interpreted tours are available at 10:00 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.
• Guests requiring ASL services should arrive 15 minutes early
Pentagon Athletic Center (PAC)
Operating Hours – Thursday, April 24, 2025
• Main Facility: 4:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
• Mark Center & Taylor Building Annexes: Closed
Special BYCTWD Activities:
• Face painting
•Space Force planetarium
• WOW Wheelz: Interactive driving experience
Note: Liability forms must be signed prior to participating in WOW Wheelz. All Lines for these activities will close at 2:00 p.m.
Additional Notices:
Basketball courts will be closed starting Wednesday, April 23,
2025, and will reopen on Friday, April 25, 2025.
Kids will not be permitted in:
• Functional fitness area (blue floor)
• Weight area, pool, cardio room, running track, and back lounge
Children must remain with their sponsor at all times
Food & Concessions
Please consider food options in advance, pre-order if bringing a large group, and be prepared to make alternate selections.
For additional support, please call (703-695-2295) or (703-892-0476). A map of food locations, each vendor's contact information, and the email address to direct general inquiries are available online at https://www.whs.mil/DoDCC
Vendors Offering Special Kid-Friendly Items (while supplies last):
o Dunkin’ will offer 3 free Munchkins for kids.
o Fresh Kitchen will offer a kid-friendly menu featuring chicken nuggets,
cheese pizza, grilled cheese, macaroni and cheese, milk, orange juice, and
apple juice.
o Hissho Sushi will offer kid-friendly fruit-flavored sushi and tote bags.
o Lebanese Taverna will offer a kid-friendly menu to include a coloring sheet
and salad or hummus.
o Market Basket will offer a free kid’s goodie bag with a purchase of a $1 or
more.
o McDonald’s will offer kid’s meals with a toy.
o Panda Express will offer free cookies and candy.
o Popeye’s will offer a free kid’s word search bag.
o Potbelly will offer a free cookie with purchase.
o Subway will offer a free cookie with purchase.
o Tropical Smoothie will feature a 12 oz kid’s smoothie.
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Contact Information
For additional information or questions about the 2025 BYCTWD Event, please email
whs.pentagon.esd.mbx.bring-your-child-to-work@mail.mil