What do you write in a Father's Day card?

Thank him for something specific, add a memory or a joke, and end with love. "Thanks for teaching me to ride a bike and to get back up. Happy Father's Day."

What do I write in a Father's Day card for my husband?

Tell him what you admire about him as a dad, mention a sweet moment with the kids, and thank him.

When is Father's Day?

The third Sunday in June in the US, UK and Canada. Australia celebrates in September.

What do I write to my dad if we're not close?

Keep it honest and kind: "Thinking of you on Father's Day and wishing you a good one."

30 Father's Day Messages: Heartfelt, Funny & Short

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Happy Father's Day! Thank you for every ride, every fix and every bad joke.
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You're my hero and my favorite comedian. Happy Father's Day!
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Happy Father's Day to the man who taught me how to ride a bike and stand back up.
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Thanks for always being there, even when I didn't ask. Happy Father's Day!
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Happy Father's Day! You make being a dad look easy.
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Dad, I'm proud to be yours. Happy Father's Day.
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Happy Father's Day to the best grill master and even better dad.
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Thank you for your patience, your advice and your terrible puns. Happy Father's Day!
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Happy Father's Day! Thank you for teaching me how to fix things, including myself.
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Dad, you showed me what strong and gentle look like at the same time. Happy Father's Day.
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Happy Father's Day to the man who never missed a game, a recital or a chance to embarrass me.
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Thank you for every early morning and every late pickup. Happy Father's Day.
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Happy Father's Day! I still think you can fix anything.
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Dad, your advice is annoying, and it's always right. Happy Father's Day.
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Happy Father's Day to my first coach, my first hero and my favorite storyteller.
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Thank you for working so hard so we could have more. Happy Father's Day.
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Happy Father's Day! I hope today involves your favorite chair and no interruptions.
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Dad, you taught me how to drive, how to work and how to laugh at myself. Happy Father's Day.
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Happy Father's Day to the calmest person in every crisis.
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I'm proud to be your kid. Happy Father's Day, Dad.
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Happy Father's Day! Thanks for all the life lessons, even the ones I didn't want.
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Dad, you made us feel safe without ever saying a word about it. Happy Father's Day.
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Happy Father's Day to the man who still checks my tire pressure.
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Thank you for believing in me before I believed in myself. Happy Father's Day.
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Happy Father's Day! You're the reason I know what a good man looks like.
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Every year I realize a little more how much you did for us. Happy Father's Day.
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Happy Father's Day, Dad. I hope you feel as appreciated as you are.
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To the best dad and the most enthusiastic griller on the street: Happy Father's Day.
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Happy Father's Day to all the dads who show up, every single day.
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Wishing you a relaxing Father's Day full of good food and the people you love.
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Father's Day Messages by who you're writing to

Each of these lists has lines written for that one person, so you won't find them above.

For your husband

Happy Father's Day to my husband, the best dad our kids could ask for.
Watching you be a dad makes me love you even more. Happy Father's Day.
Happy Father's Day, my love. Our kids are so lucky to have you.

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More ways to say it

Short Father's Day Messages

Happy Father's Day! Thank you for every ride, every fix and every bad joke.
You're my hero and my favorite comedian. Happy Father's Day!
Thanks for always being there, even when I didn't ask. Happy Father's Day!

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Funny Father's Day Messages

Happy Father's Day! Thanks for passing down your amazing sense of humor. Sorry, I meant your dad jokes.
Happy Father's Day to the man who taught me everything, except how to fold a map.
Dad, you're the best. I'm not just saying that because I want to borrow the car.

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How to write Father's day messages

Many dads aren't big on emotional speeches, which is exactly why a Father's Day card matters. It's your chance to say out loud what he did quietly for years. Name one thing, like teaching you to drive, working long hours or always showing up, and thank him for it.

Humor is welcome, especially about dad jokes, grilling or the thermostat. But end with one sincere line; it might be the one he remembers. If you're writing to your husband from you and the kids, tell him what you love about watching him be a dad.

Father's Day is the third Sunday of June in the US, UK and Canada.

Questions people ask

What do you write in a Father's Day card?: Thank him for something specific, add a memory or a joke, and end with love. "Thanks for teaching me to ride a bike and to get back up. Happy Father's Day."
What do I write in a Father's Day card for my husband?: Tell him what you admire about him as a dad, mention a sweet moment with the kids, and thank him.
When is Father's Day?: The third Sunday in June in the US, UK and Canada. Australia celebrates in September.
What do I write to my dad if we're not close?: Keep it honest and kind: "Thinking of you on Father's Day and wishing you a good one."

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