35 Perfect Birthday Wishes for a Childhood Friend to Make Them Feel Truly Special

Childhood friendships are built on a solid foundation of happy memories, shared adventures, and a bond that stands the test of time.

These friendships often span decades, growing stronger every year. But life can also take us in different directions, both literally and metaphorically.

So their birthday is a great time to ensure your friend knows just how much their friendship means to you. 

Whether you want to make them laugh, get a little sentimental, or show them how special they are, taking the time to write more than 'happy birthday' will mean the world to them.

I know this, because my oldest childhood friend takes the time to do this for me every. single. year... and I do the same in return. 

Given it can be hard to find the time and brain bandwidth to come up with a message that is spot on, I thought I'd throw some ideas out there that you can either use or adapt to make the perfect message. 

Playful and Fun Birthday Wishes for a Childhood Friend

Here are 35 birthday wishes that capture every kind of birthday vibe—whether you’re writing a card, posting on social media, or sending a thoughtful text.

These wishes will help you express just how special your childhood friend is and make them feel special on their birthday. 

1. Happy birthday! Here’s to another year of laughing at our own inside jokes and making new ones!
2. Wishing you a birthday as epic as our childhood adventures. Here’s to more mischief and fun!
3. Happy birthday to the friend who’s been by my side since day one—literally! Let’s celebrate like we used to (but with a little more cake and fizz)!
4. Cheers to the friend who always knows how to make life more fun. Happy birthday, let’s make it a wild one!
5. To my partner in crime since the playground days, happy birthday! Let’s continue the fun forever!
6. Wishing you a birthday as bright as our childhood memories and as joyful as the laughs we shared.
7. Remember when our only worries were what games we’d play next? Here’s to keeping that carefree spirit alive. Happy birthday!
8. Happy birthday to my favourite childhood troublemaker. May your day be filled with as much fun as we used to have!
9. You’ve always made life so much more fun. Here’s to another year of adventures together. Happy birthday, mate!
10. Wishing my childhood bestie the happiest of birthdays! May your day be full of joy, laughter, and cake (lots of cake)!

Cheeky Birthday Messages to Make Them Laugh

1. Happy birthday, old pal! Remember when we thought 30 was ancient? Well, here we are pushing on through!
2. They say age is just a number… in that case, let’s stay kids forever! Happy birthday, my forever young friend!
3. Congrats on another year of surviving me as a friend! Wishing you an amazing birthday full of all the fun we’ve had (and more).
4. We’re not kids anymore, but who says we can’t act like it on your birthday? Time to relive the good old days—let’s party!
5. Happy birthday! We may not be kids anymore, but I’m still stealing your fries. Some things never change!
6. They say you’re only as old as you feel. If that’s the case, we’re still in primary school! Happy birthday, mate.
7. Happy birthday! May your day be as fun and cheeky as we were back in the day (without getting grounded this time).
8. Here’s to another year of us being way cooler than we actually are. Happy birthday, my legendary friend!
9. We’ve been friends so long, I can’t remember who’s the bad influence. Either way, let’s get into some birthday mischief!
10. Happy birthday! Just a reminder that I’m still the cooler one between us… but I’ll let you have the spotlight today!

Sweet and Cute Birthday Wishes for a Childhood Friend

1. Happy birthday to the one who’s been my friend through every high and low. I’m so lucky to have you in my life!
2. You’ve been my friend for as long as I can remember. Here’s to celebrating the amazing person you’ve become. Happy birthday!
3. Sending the happiest birthday wishes to the friend who knows me better than anyone else. You’re truly one of a kind!
4. Wishing you a birthday as sweet and special as you are, my childhood bestie. I’m so grateful for all the memories we’ve made.
5. Happy birthday! You’ve been there through it all—thank you for being the most wonderful friend anyone could ask for.
6. From playground buddies to lifelong friends, happy birthday! I’m so grateful we’ve stayed close all these years.
7. To the friend who always knows how to make me smile, happy birthday! I hope your day is filled with love and happiness.
8. Wishing my childhood friend the happiest birthday. You’ve grown into such an amazing person, and I’m proud to call you my friend!
9. Happy birthday to the one who’s been there through thick and thin. Here’s to more memories and shared laughter!
10. You’re more than a childhood friend—you’re family to me. Wishing you the happiest birthday, filled with all the things you love!

Heartfelt and Sentimental Birthday Quotes for a Childhood Friend

1. Happy birthday to the one who’s been with me through every laugh, tear, and unforgettable moment. You mean the world to me!
2. From our days of playing tag to the life journeys we’ve taken, I’m grateful for every moment we’ve shared. Happy birthday, my forever friend!
3. There are friends, and then there’s you—the one who’s been with me since day one. Happy birthday to my childhood rock!
4. No matter how many years pass, our friendship will always be one of the most cherished things in my life. Wishing you a very happy birthday!
5. You’re the friend who’s always been by my side, through every up and down. On your birthday, I just want to say thank you and celebrate you for the incredible person you are.

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