It’s weird to think that today, there are still opportunities to create mythology. As evidenced by these shocking Walmart photos, that’s what regulars of the place almost are—mythological wonders you won't encounter anywhere else.
It makes you wonder, if we can create such unexplainable phenomena in this day and age, what happened on Earth in ancient history? Was there a Walmart equivalent where all the mythological creatures were born, and we greatly misunderstood their purpose? We’ll never know.
While you can't know the backstory of these Walmart pics, some people might be having a bad day, living out a challenge, or not caring enough about the world. We encourage you to have an open mind and a good time in this article, as it’s not every day you see sights like these. They are almost like Renaissance paintings—magnificent in their way, pictures without context that capture your attention in an instant,
So take a trip between the long aisles of adventures of Walmart shoppers and explore the world of the unusual. Share this article with your friends and family, and don't keep it to yourself!
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I see absolutely nothing wrong here. Woman is dressed for warm weather, man is wearing regular clothes and the kid has an awesome Pikachu costume. Parenting done just fine!
Woop-woop! That's the sound of da police Woop-woop! That's the sound of da beast Woop-woop! That's the sound of da police
Who Are the People of Walmart?
The term “people of Walmart” is often used humorously to describe the diverse and exciting characters one might encounter while visiting Walmart. It’s a lighthearted way of acknowledging the diversity of our community, highlighting that all Walmart shoppers are welcome, regardless of their style or appearance.
What Can You Expect While at Walmart?
You never know what you will find when you visit a Walmart. While you probably go armed with a grocery list or one specific item you need, the stores have everything. The massive stores are full of produce, frozen foods, snacks, cleaning supplies, shoes, clothing, you name it.
If you’re not from the United States, the idea of a store housing almost everything under the same roof might overwhelm you. And let us just say it sure can be overwhelming. The layout isn't always the same, so if you go to a new Walmart, you can easily wander the aisles frustrated, unable to find what you need for 20+ minutes.
But while you pace around the store searching desperately for the hand soap that seems to have vanished out of thin air, Walmart is a master at providing one more thing: entertainment in the form of humans doing human things.
Why is It Only Walmart That Attracts Such a Diverse Crowd?
When it comes to why Walmart attracts such an eclectic crowd, we have a few theories. First, Walmart is the largest retailer in the United States and the second largest retailer globally. Because of this, it attracts massive crowds every day.
Everybody knows the Walmart name, and almost all Americans end up there at one point or another. It’s not the fanciest grocery retailer, so it is possible to avoid it, especially in cities like Los Angeles, where local chains far outnumber it. But with an average of 37 million people entering Walmart stores every week, there are bound to be some interesting characters and pictures of a lot happening around them.
And with Walmart’s reputation, it is one of the few places where you wouldn’t feel the need to change out of your sweatpants or make sure your hair looks alright before going. Walmart is a “come as you are” store, which is beautiful. And it breeds the perfect environment for capturing interesting “People of Walmart.”
What Kind of People Visit Walmart?
Many Walmart stores are open until late at night or even 24 hours a day, making the crowd more interesting. Teenagers and college kids might show up after a party for some late-night munchies, or people who have not slept in days might feel that 5 a.m. is the perfect time to go grocery shopping in their robes. Such a diverse crowd is guaranteed to bring us tons of confusing, no-context images.
We’re all for running errands outside peak hours to avoid crowds, but being open all night can open stores to a vast clientele. A great thing about this is that almost all Walmart stores allow overnight parking for free.
Free parking can be tricky in the US for homeless individuals living out of their cars or travelers moving through the country by van, but Walmart always comes through. This might be part of why the customers are so interested, but it’s a lifesaver for individuals in desperate situations who just need a place to park overnight.
You see a chocolate cake, you eat a chocolate cake. I see nothing weird about that ;)
I got disgusted looks from people when my three year old was wearing a stuffed animal backpack that was a monkey with a really long tail designed so the parent could hold the tail and make sure the kid didn’t get lost. In my defense I was trying to take a kid through the Dallas airport while carrying luggage and holding another child’s hand.
I think that’s a BRILLANT idea ! Also, people are stupid, so you don’t need any “ defense”. Would they rather your wild child get lost in an airport?
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I've seen some pretty bad cases of child misbehaviour, but still it makes you wonder, if now you have to use handcuffs, what will you be using when the kid turns 20?
Get child reins, they’re a thing and they won’t snap his wrist
I think this could help me when my husband and I go to Target. I lose focus quickly! 😁
"Okay, honey, now we only need to get... - Oh hey, chocolate is on sale!"
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Looks like the cops in the little cars got Bobby and made sure he don't go wandering no more.
Same. I feel like this is borderline child abuse. How is that comfortable for the boy? And of that's how they treat him out in public, how does he get treated at home?
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You think the mom doesn’t have keys and would dip out without him in an emergency?
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Handcuffs AND Duct tape are mandatory for some kids in the store...or should be
all shopping trolleys should come with a free pair of handcuffs for parents!
Maybe it’s toy handcuffs & mom is having a silly giggle with her kid? Just sayin…
Totally agree, I can't see handcuffs + children as bad parenting, rather creative. I never got beyond a stake in the middle of the garden and six foot tethers . . .
If I worked there I would call the cops and tell them to look for bruises on that child.
Is this to protect him from child abduction or to protect him from himself?
This only means he cannot really wander off, it does not mean he cannot still cause trouble. Knocking things off shelves, putting things he wants but doesn't need/parents can't afford (even at Walmart prices) in the cart. I am disturbed at this but also kind of get it. I don't condone it, but I kind of get it
Yeah it's funny but that aside, some of these pics - and I do look at the actual website but get sad at the mockery behind it - some of these people need to have the police called on them. This isn't funny, really. A guy walking around with knives all over him isn't funny - in fact it's illegal over a certain size. People who seem to not be able to take care of themselves and dress "funny" maybe need some professional services. Not that they have to have a full time police caller at Walmart but there's so much going on that it just seems decent to make sure the person is ok. or not toting s3x dolls around on their laps in a store full of families and kids
How does a kid so young get so fat? That's just sad, his obese parents are passing their unhealthy lifestyle on to their kids
Always eating chemicals instead of food. not moving enough. Then not moving enough b/c it is uncomfortable b/c of their size so might as well sit around and eat more chemicals. Mixed messaging from the adults.
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$52 spent at Walmart. $8,500 for a necessary drip. Wait, I know what's wrong with this pic.
With phone booths getting phased out these days, superheroes are finding it hard to get changed 🤣
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If you feel the need to comment of people less fortunate than you it’s probably a bad sign
BoredPanda censors it’s users (a**e, a*s, s**t, are all censored) , yet is perfectly fine posting unsolicited photos of some people (including kids) who are likely suffering mental health problems. This thread isn’t funny— it’s damned depressing. I have no idea what the hell is happening to BoredPanda anymore.
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I was only once in a Walmart...I was dissapointed because I only met normal people there
300 million people, largest discount retailer, 20 year old pics - do the math.
Omg, I have two walmart stories. 1. Dude in front of the lady in front of us in the receipt check line. Unbuckled his belt, pulled his pants down, bent over and showed us his butt hole. 2. Drunk guy in the store, we reported him went on our shopping. Then, me and my sister were coming back from the bathroom and saw him in a checkput line with people behind him trying to help him stay up. Me and my sister thought that was his family. We get out of the store with our groceries and two men are on the sidewalk about to cross the lityle pharmacy drive through. We parked next to that. They ask is what our car looks like, we tell them, and they say a man is leaning on it. While drunk. There is a dirty hand print on our hood. The police come, my mom and the men talked with them and then we went home!
The Walmart in my home town was referred to as "Ghetto Walmart". It was a run down old building with an ugly green awning and Walmart painted on it in generic block lettering. I remember it fondly until it was torn down and rebuilt in the early 2000s. I think it was featured on People of Walmart's website at one point.
I'll drive past every Walmart in town to shop at Target. Target is basically Walmart without the wierdos.
If you feel the need to comment of people less fortunate than you it’s probably a bad sign
BoredPanda censors it’s users (a**e, a*s, s**t, are all censored) , yet is perfectly fine posting unsolicited photos of some people (including kids) who are likely suffering mental health problems. This thread isn’t funny— it’s damned depressing. I have no idea what the hell is happening to BoredPanda anymore.
Load More Replies... I was only once in a Walmart...I was dissapointed because I only met normal people there
300 million people, largest discount retailer, 20 year old pics - do the math.
Omg, I have two walmart stories. 1. Dude in front of the lady in front of us in the receipt check line. Unbuckled his belt, pulled his pants down, bent over and showed us his butt hole. 2. Drunk guy in the store, we reported him went on our shopping. Then, me and my sister were coming back from the bathroom and saw him in a checkput line with people behind him trying to help him stay up. Me and my sister thought that was his family. We get out of the store with our groceries and two men are on the sidewalk about to cross the lityle pharmacy drive through. We parked next to that. They ask is what our car looks like, we tell them, and they say a man is leaning on it. While drunk. There is a dirty hand print on our hood. The police come, my mom and the men talked with them and then we went home!
The Walmart in my home town was referred to as "Ghetto Walmart". It was a run down old building with an ugly green awning and Walmart painted on it in generic block lettering. I remember it fondly until it was torn down and rebuilt in the early 2000s. I think it was featured on People of Walmart's website at one point.
I'll drive past every Walmart in town to shop at Target. Target is basically Walmart without the wierdos.
