21 Real-Life Easter Eggs That Prove Reality Has Bonus Content

Every now and then, real life drops a hidden gem—an odd detail, clever design, or perfectly timed moment that feels like it was left there just for you to notice.

These real-life Easter eggs come from r/IRLEasterEggs and are the weird little bonuses that make the world feel slightly more interesting (and possibly programmed). Whether it’s a sidewalk surprise or a bizarre product detail, it’s proof that someone, somewhere, is having fun with the simulation.

1. “A Very Happy Rock Locked Inside Another”

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2. “Found Waldo In The Reflexion Of This Bathroom Mirror”

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3. “Use Bare Hand Now’ On The Roll From Dog Poop Bags”

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4. “UK – Southwestern Trains Trying A Little Toilet Humour”

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5. “Been Coming To Work Here For A While, And Only Just Noticed The Floor Number Is Worked Into This Living Moss Wall?”

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6. ”Hidden Brand Logo At The Bottom Of Their Beer Glass”

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7. “The Janitor’s Area In This Bathroom Is Behind A Hidden Wall”

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8. “Primo Water Jug”

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9. “Be Careful”

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10. “Under The Wrapper Of A Can Of Blur”

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11. “It Said No Flip!”

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12. “Found A Little Gnome Hut :)”

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13. “Interesting Message On A Pillow”

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14. “I Bought Shoes Made In Kenya And This Little Guy Poked Me In The Toe”

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15. “Keep It Secret, Keep It Safe!”

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16. “Found This Inside My Shoe”

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17. “On The Inside Tag Of A Maternity Shirt.. The Stork Was A Lie”

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18. “Small Church Model On Top Of A Street Light”

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19. “LEGO Person Trapped In A Table At A Restaurant”

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20. “Trespassers Will Be Cooked”

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21. “Viking Traffic Lights In Aarhus”

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Max Miller

Max is the co-creator of RuinMyWeek, and while he doesn't spend as much time on the site as he used to, that's because he's busy hosting @bobscredits — A Bob’s Burgers Podcast.