Birthday wishes for a friend

Not every friend is a best friend, but every friend notices when you remember their birthday. These messages work for old school friends, gym buddies, neighbors and anyone you're glad to know.

Warm birthday wishes for a friend

Happy birthday! I'm really glad our paths crossed. Hope your year is full of good things.

Wishing you a birthday as easygoing and fun as you are. Have a great one!

Happy birthday, friend. Thanks for always making time, even when life gets busy.

Happy birthday! I hope this year brings you new adventures and plenty of reasons to smile.

To a friend who makes every hangout better: happy birthday. Let's celebrate soon.

Funny birthday wishes for a friend

Happy birthday! You're not old, you're just really experienced at being awesome.

Happy birthday! Let's be honest, you only keep me around for the birthday messages.

Another year older, and you still haven't learned to say no to dessert. Respect. Happy birthday!

Happy birthday! May your coffee be strong and your group chats be quiet.

Short birthday messages for a friend

Happy birthday! Have an amazing day. 🎂

Wishing you all the best today. Happy birthday!

Happy birthday, friend! Drinks soon?

Hope your day is as great as you are.

Tips for writing your own

  • For a casual friend, warm and short is perfect. You don't need a paragraph.
  • Suggest catching up soon. A birthday is a good excuse to reconnect.
  • Use their name in the first line. It makes even a short text feel personal.

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