145 Birthday Wishes for Dad to Make Him Smile on His Special Day

Dads are those built-in best friends who are there for us no matter what! So, when his birthday comes along, it's more important than ever to celebrate your first hero. Equipped with an endless supply of dad jokes, he's always by your side when you need him in good times and bad. That makes his birthday the perfect time to show him the same love in return, so we've rounded up the best birthday wishes to share with your dad.

Of course, you can always make him feel special with a birthday card or a few specific dad gifts, but that's only half the point. Funny birthday wishes show that you know his sense of humor and sweet dad quotes will really warm his heart. S0, this list includes both punny and sentimental sayings to present to your dad, grandpa, father-in-law, or any other father figure.

There are both short and long birthday messages, some of which were inspired by the touching birthday tributes the Drummond girls have shared for Ladd's birthday. "He taught me the value of hard work, honesty, generosity, and strong faith in God," Alex once wrote. If your own dad is like Ladd (i.e. not on social media!), write these notes in a cute card or a good morning text. Of course, you can also share them as cute birthday Instagram captions, too.

• Happy birthday to my biggest supporter!
• Dad, you're not just my father, you're my friend. Here's to many more years of making memories together. Happy Birthday!
• Happy birthday to the flyest dad around. I love you with all my heart and then some!
• Happy Birthday to the man who has always been there for me. I love you, Dad!
• Happy birthday, Dad! I love you to the moon and back.
• Thanks for being my rock and my shelter. Happy birthday, Pops.
• Today, we celebrate the guy who keeps us all together. Happy birthday!
• Happy birthday to the best dad in the world! I don't know where I'd be without you.
• A dad like you deserves a great birthday. Here's to you and all you've accomplished!
• Happy birthday to the kindest, most courageous dad I know! Thanks for being you.
• I'm so proud to have a father like you. Cheers to the best!
• Wishing you a birthday surrounded by love, laughter, and joy. You're my favorite.
• Happy birthday to my greatest inspiration in life. I love you!
• Happy birthday, Dad! You have no clue how much I look up to you.
• Here's to my old man! He's smart, good-looking, and has a sense of humor? We really lucked out!
• Happiest of birthdays! I hope you spend the week doing your favorite things with the people you love.
• Happy birthday, Dad! You gave me so many wonderful birthdays growing up, so now it's my turn.
• Here's to another year of this journey of life with you! Have the best day.
• My dad is my superman, so I hope you have a super birthday!
• Happy birthday to my old man! Will you slow down a bit now?
• I am so proud to be your child. Have a sweet birthday!
• Wishing the coolest dad in the world a happy birthday.
• Thanks for loving me unconditionally. Today, we celebrate you!
• To the guy who always exceeds expectations: I can't wait to see what this year brings you.
• I've always felt so lucky to have a dad like you. Today is yours!
• Who knew there could be such a dynamic child-parent duo? Now, let's celebrate you!
• Happy birthday to the smartest, strongest, most dedicated, devoted man I know!
• Time to give you the spotlight! You are the best, so have the best birthday.
• You’ve given me so many reasons to smile. I hope your day is filled with love and laughter.

• Dad, you're not old, you're just a classic! Like a fine wine or a vintage car. Here's to another year of being timeless. Happy Birthday!
• Happy Birthday, Dad! They say with age comes wisdom, so you must be the wisest person I know. Or maybe you just forgot how old you are!
• Dad, on your birthday, I wanted to give you something funny and charming, but then I remembered you already have me. You're welcome, and happy birthday!
  
• Happy birthday! I'm pretty sure I'm the favorite child, but since it's your special day, I won't put you on the spot! 😉
• Happy birthday down there! Sorry, I got taller than you this year.
• What's the difference between a man's wallet before and after kids? There are pictures where the money used to be! Happy birthday from your #1 fan!
• Happy birthday, Pops. I'd tell you a dad joke, but I don't have kids—that would be a faux pa!
  
• Whoo boy, we may need to call the fire department with all of those candles on the cake! Happy birthday, old man!
• Don't count the years, Dad—count the hairs left on your head!
• Wishing you a great birthday. I guess your wish came true because you had me for a child!
• Wishing you the most memorable birthday yet, and that you will still have the memories a year from now!
• Happy birthday, Dad. When I grow up, I want to be just like you (but hopefully with more hair!).
• Happy birthday, Dad! I promise to always respect you, even when I grow taller.
• Cheers to another trip around the sun! No matter what life throws at you, at least you don't have ugly children.
• To the world's greatest farter, I mean father! Happy birthday.
• Today, we celebrate your birth! Without it, I wouldn't be where I am today.
• Cheers to the rock star of every party! Just please don't sing at this one.
• Happy birthday, Dad! Thank you for only embarrassing me a little when I was growing up.
• Wishing you the best birthday. May this gift be a small token of my gratitude for all the changed diapers.
• Dad, you took care of me every day for eighteen years. Now here's a card to show my appreciation!
• When does a joke turn into a dad joke? When it becomes apparent. Thanks for being mine! Happy birthday to the corniest joker.
• When I was little, I thought my dad was a superhero. Now that I'm older, I know you are! Thanks for all your patience. It's time to celebrate!
• Who said you can't teach an old dog new tricks? Happy birthday dad!
• Happy birthday to the best father! It's time to party—well, at least until your bedtime at 10.
• Happy birthday, Dad! You’re not just a year older—you’re a year closer to getting senior discounts!
• You’re proof that some things do get better with age—like dad jokes! Happy birthday, pops!

• Dad, you're not just my father, you're my mentor and my friend. I'm so grateful for everything you've done for me. Happy Birthday!
• To my favorite superhero: happy birthday, Dad! Thank you for being the best father I could ask for.
• Happy birthday to my safety net. I know that I can rely on you always. I love you, Dad.
  
• Every birthday that passes, I realize just how much you did for me and this family. Thanks for being the best dad I could have asked for. Have the best day!
  
• Thank you for paving the way, making me patient and brave. Mostly, thank you for always being a safe place to land. Happy birthday, Dad.
• Happy birthday to the dad who taught me how to think deeper, listen better, and love stronger.
• Roses are red, violets are blue, I am one proud kid, to have a papa like you! Happy birthday.
• Dad, you've had such an incredible life it's mind-blowing to be your child. You can count me among your many admirers.
• A father can be a powerful force in a child's life, imparting strong values and generosity of spirit. I can say my own dad paved the way by example. Happy birthday, Dad, you deserve it.
• If growing up has shown me anything, it's that you work way too hard. So today, lean back and enjoy yourself!
• To my dad, my best friend—happy birthday. You have been someone's teacher, protector, and hero. That's a pretty darn impressive life.
• Many happy wishes to the best dad in the world! I am forever feeling blessed to be your child.
• Spelling my father out: Fierce. Adventurous. Thoughtful. Heroic. Emotional. Rad. Happy birthday, dad!
• God blessed me when he made you my father. Words cannot express how lucky I feel! Wishing you a day full of love and laughter.
• Dad, when I look at you, I see the person I hope to become. The world is lucky to have you. Happy birthday!
• You are the blueprint I needed in life, and I'll forever be grateful. Wishing you a blessed day!
• You've taught me more about life than you could possibly know. I'll never forget that. Have the sweetest birthday, and a wonderful year ahead.
• Dad, you have always been the most present, involved, and committed father to my siblings and me. You never thought twice about going the extra mile, even when you were tired from a long day. Happy birthday! We love you so much.
• Wishing the best dad a happy birthday! You taught me the value of hard work, honesty, generosity, and strong faith in God. Thank you.
• Dad, you didn't always have the easiest go at things, yet you never failed to show up for the people around you. We are the luckiest family in the world.
• Happy birthday to my giving, faithful, humble, and selfless father who I have so much admiration for!
• Happy birthday, Dad! You taught me how to be tough and strong while also being compassionate. I am forever grateful.
• Today, we celebrate you! I'll never forget all the times you've helped me with homework or just sat and listened.
• To the best dad in the world, happy birthday! Your love and wisdom inspire me every day. Have an amazing celebration!
• Wishing my wonderful dad a very happy birthday! You’re the heart of our family, and we’re so lucky to have you.
• Happiest birthday, Dad. You’ve always been my compass, guiding me through life’s challenges, and I’m so grateful to you.
• You’re the glue that holds our family together, and we’re so lucky to have you in our lives. Happy, happy birthday.
• Wishing the happiest of birthdays to the man who makes every moment brighter. You’re truly one in a million, Dad!

• Happy Birthday the man who always makes us laugh and keeps us grounded.
• To my hero and mentor, Happy Birthday!
• I want to wish you a happy birthday as bright and special as you are.
• Hoping you have a birthday that’s full of all the things that make you smile.
• Here's to a birthday full of love and laughter for the guy who supplied that all my life.
• Happy birthday to the man who’s been a constant source of strength and love.
• May this year bring you all the joy and satisfaction that you deserve.
• Wishing the best birthday to my super hero and role model.
• I can't think of anyone more deserving of a day full of celebration. Love you, Dad!
• Wishing a fantastic birthday to the dad who has always been my biggest fan.
• The biggest birthday shoutout goes to you, Dad! Hope you're doing exactly what you want.
• Happiest of birthdays to the guy who makes everything better just by being himself.
• Happy Birthday to the most inspiring and loving dad.
• It's your birthday, and I just want to say thank you for everything you’ve done for me.
• You have given me so much and asked for nothing in return. Everyday should be your birthday!
• You've helped make our dreams come true, so I wish the same for you on your special day.
• It is my wish that you get everything you’ve ever wished for on your birthday.
• Here's to hoping that today is full of great new memories and surprises.
• It's true: you deserve the very best today and always. Happy birthday!
• I'd wish you a happy birthday, but I already know that you're making it one. Love you, Dad.
• You make everyone else happy, so now it's time we return the favor. Have a great day, Dad!
• I know everything that I do because of you, and I can't thank you enough for that.
• You truly are one incredible person. Happy birthday!
• Consider this your annual reminder of how much I love you!
• Happy birthday, Dad! You’ve given me so much to be grateful for. I hope your day is filled with everything you love.
• Dad, you’re my first hero and my forever friend. I love you more than words can say!
• Wishing you a birthday as special as the memories you’ve created for us, Dad. You’re truly irreplaceable!

• "Everyone needs a house to live in, but a supportive family is what builds a home." —Anthony Liccione
• "You are the bows from which your children as living arrows are sent forth." —Khalil Gibran
• "Fathers just have a way of putting everything together." —Erika Cosby
• "The older I get, the smarter my father seems to get." —Tim Russert
• "When my father didn't have my hand, he had my back." —Linda Poindexter
• "My father gave me my dreams. Thanks to him, I could see a future." —Liza Minnelli
• "No man I ever met was my father’s equal, and I never loved any other man as much." —Hedy Lamarr
• "She did not stand alone, but what stood behind her, the most potent moral force in her life, was the love of her father." —Harper Lee
• "Every son quotes his father, in words and in deeds." —Terri Guillemets
• "What a father says to his children is not heard by the world, but it will be heard by posterity." —Jean Paul
• "A man knows when he is growing old because he begins to look like his father." —Gabriel Garcia Marquez
• "You can tell what was the best year of your father's life, because they seem to freeze that clothing style and ride it out." —Jerry Seinfeld
• "It is a wise father that knows his own child." —William Shakespeare
  
• "By the time a man realizes that maybe his father was right, he usually has a son who thinks he's wrong." —Charles Wadsworth
• "My father gave me the greatest gift anyone could give another person, he believed in me." —Jim Valvano
• "Parents are like God because you wanna know they're out there, and you want them to think well of you, but you really only call when you need something."― Chuck Palahniuk
• "Dads are like chocolate chip cookies; they may have chips or be totally nutty, but they are sweet and make the world a better place, especially for their children." —Hillary Lytle
• "My Father had a profound influence on me. He was a lunatic." —Spike Milligan
  
• "One father is more than a hundred schoolmasters." —George Herbert
• "The bond that links your true family is not one of blood, but of respect and joy in each other's life." —Richard Bach

• I pray that you enjoy every moment of your special day!
• Wishing you a fantastic birthday and a wonderful year ahead.
• May God fill your day favorite things and then some!
• I'm praying that you have a great birthday and a year filled with success and adventure.
• May God bless you with a day that is as incredible as the life you’ve led.
• To the greatest dad in the world, may your birthday be as amazing as you are.
• Happy Birthday to the man who’s always been there for me. Keep living a life of righteousness.
• Happy Birthday to the man who has given us everything.
• God has made you wise and kind, something that I always strive to be. Happy birthday, Dad!
• Dad, your God-given strength and love have shaped who I am today. Have a great birthday.
• May God bless you with a beautiful birthday, and many more to come.
• Wishing you a birthday filled with God’s light and love, Dad. You are truly a gift to our family.
• On your birthday, Dad, I thank God for blessing me with a father as amazing as you. May He continue to bless you abundantly.
• I pray that God continues to guide and protect you in all that you do, Dad. Happy Birthday!
• Happy Birthday to the best dad ever! May your day be filled with divine blessings and countless reasons to smile.

Micaela Bahn

Micaela Bahn is a freelance editorial assistant and recent graduate from Carleton College, where she majored in English literature. She loves running, photography, and cooking the best new recipes.