Happy Birthday Video for Dad, With His Name and Photo

A happy birthday video for Dad is a good fit for the dad who says he doesn't want anything. With Wishday, a group of happy kids sing "Happy Birthday" with his name, hold up a sign with his name and a printed photo of him, pop confetti and end on your message. You order in about 2 minutes, and it's in your email in under 45 minutes.

The sample above was made for a grandma. Your video uses his name and his photo instead.

What's in his video

• A group of happy kids singing "Happy Birthday" with his name in the song.
• A sign with his name and a printed photo of him.
• Cheering, confetti poppers and birthday cake.
• A wave goodbye.
• A final card with your message.
• About 1 minute long. Short enough for even the least sentimental dad.

How it works

1. Add his name and photo. Type "Dad", "Pops" or his first name, and upload one photo. A funny one works great.
2. Write a short message. Pick "birthday" and check out. About 2 minutes, start to finish.
3. Send it. In under 45 minutes you get an email with a watch link and a download. Text it, WhatsApp it, email it, or play it on the TV.

Why it works for Dad

A lot of dads are hard to shop for. He already has the tools, the socks and the grill gadgets. When he says "don't get me anything", he usually means "don't spend money on more stuff". He still likes being remembered. A video with his name in the song and his photo held up is a small, fun way to say "we thought about you" without a big fuss.

It also fits a dad's sense of humor. Pick a photo of him in his fishing hat or asleep on the couch, and let the kids hold it up while they cheer. Then end with a warm line he can read on his own. He may not say much, but don't be surprised if he watches it twice. If he really means it about not wanting things, here are more gifts for parents who don't want anything.

And it's fast. If his birthday snuck up on you, or you live too far to drop by, there's no shipping to wait on. It works anywhere in the world. For a big one like his 70th, play it on the TV at the party, then see our 70th birthday gift ideas for Dad to round out the day.

Tip: send it to Mom or a sibling first and ask them to play it on the TV during cake. Dad gets the surprise, and you get a photo of his face.

Ideas for your message

Dads tend to like it short and a little funny, with one warm line. Copy any of these.

• "Happy birthday, Dad! Thanks for all the rides, the advice and the bad jokes."
• "You said not to get you anything. So here's a song instead. Happy birthday!"
• "Happy birthday to the guy who can fix anything. Love you, Dad."
• "Another year older, and still the best dad around. Happy birthday!"
• "Happy birthday, Pops! The grill is all yours today."
• "Wish I could be there. Save me a piece of cake, Dad."
• "Everything good in me, I learned from you. Happy birthday."

Questions people ask

What do you get a dad who says he doesn't want anything?

Give him time or a moment instead of a thing. Plan a meal together, help with a job around the house, frame an old family photo, or send a short video with his name and your message. These don't add clutter, and they show you were thinking of him.

What are some good instant delivery gifts for Dad?

Good instant gifts include an e-gift for a meal or an experience he'd enjoy, a subscription to something he already uses, a digital photo album, or a personalized birthday video. A Wishday video is emailed to you in under 45 minutes, so you can send it the same day. You'll find more same-day picks on our virtual birthday gift page.

What is a simple gift for my father's birthday?

Simple usually works best with dads. A handwritten card, his favorite snack, a phone call where you actually catch up, or a 1-minute video with his name in the birthday song. Simple isn't the same as lazy if it's clearly about him.

Is it okay to use a funny photo of him?

Yes. You choose the photo, so pick one he'll laugh at. Just make sure his face is clear so it shows up well on the sign.