Friendship Day is a special occasion we celebrate every year to cherish the bond we share with our friends and express our gratitude and appreciation towards them. By birth, our relations are decided by our family. The first relationship that we create on our own is Friendship. Friendship is not about being pretentious; it’s about accepting them without being judgemental. And anyway, what’s life without a Friend!

Joyce Hall first proposed the idea of Friendship Day to celebrate friendships and encourage people to express admiration for their friends. In 2011, the United Nations recognised July 30 as International Friendship Day. "The International Day of Friendship was proclaimed in 2011 by the UN General Assembly with the idea that friendship between peoples, countries, cultures and individuals can inspire peace efforts and build bridges between communities," the UN stated. However, many countries, including India, celebrate Friendship Day on the first Sunday of August. This year, it falls on the 4th of August.

International Friendship Day 2024 Quotes and Wishes 

Whether you celebrate it on July 30 or August 4, take a moment to wish your friend with some wholesome Friendship Day wishes:-

"Happy Friendship Day! In a world that’s constantly changing, I’m grateful to have a constant friend like you. Your support, laughter, and kindness mean the world to me. Here’s to many more adventures and memories together. Thank you for being such an amazing friend!"

"To my dearest friend, Happy Friendship Day! You’ve been a pillar of strength and a source of endless joy. Your kindness and wisdom have guided me through thick and thin. I’m so grateful for your friendship and look forward to creating even more beautiful memories together."

"Happy Friendship Day to someone who has been more than just a friend – you’ve been a true family member. Your unwavering support and love have helped me become a better person. Here’s to celebrating the incredible bond we share and to many more years of friendship ahead."

"Happy Friendship Day to the person who understands me like no one else. Your support has been my anchor during tough times, and your laughter has been my greatest joy. Thank you for being such a wonderful friend and for always being there when I need you."

"To a friend who has brought so much light and joy into my life, Happy Friendship Day! Your friendship has been a gift, and I cherish every moment we spend together. May your day be filled with happiness, just as you make my life brighter every day."

"On this special day, I want to remind you how much your friendship means to me. You’ve been a constant source of support, joy, and inspiration. Happy Friendship Day! Here’s to celebrating our amazing bond and many more years of friendship and laughter."

"Today, I celebrate the incredible gift of your friendship. You’ve been a rock, a guide, and a source of endless joy in my life. Happy Friendship Day! May our bond continue to strengthen and create many more cherished memories together."

"Happy Friendship Day to someone who has touched my life in more ways than I can count. Your kindness, wisdom, and unwavering support have made a profound impact. Thank you for being such a fantastic friend. Here’s to celebrating our special connection today and always."

"On this Friendship Day, I want to tell you how much I appreciate you. Your friendship has brought so much joy, comfort, and strength. I’m grateful for every laugh, every conversation, and every shared moment. Happy Friendship Day to an amazing friend!"

"To the friend who has been my confidant, my cheerleader, and my rock, Happy Friendship Day! Your friendship has been a gift that I treasure deeply. Thank you for always being there and for making my life so much better. Here’s to celebrating the amazing bond we share!"

Some wholesome Friendship Day Quotes

"A true friend is someone who is there for you when they’d rather be anywhere else." 

 – Len Wein

"A friend is someone who understands your past, believes in your future, and accepts you just the way you are."

 – Unknown

"A friend is one who knows you and loves you just the same."

 – Elbert Hubbard

"A friend is one of the nicest things you can have and one of the best things you can be."

 – Douglas Pagels

"The greatest gift of life is friendship, and I have received it." 

– Hubert H. Humphrey

"Friendship is born at that moment when one person says to another, 'What! You too? I thought I was the only one."

 – C.S. Lewis

"A real friend is one who walks in when the rest of the world walks out." 

– Walter Winchell

"A friend is someone who gives you total freedom to be yourself."

– Jim Morrison

"There are friends, there is family, and then there are friends that become family."

 – Unknown

"Friendship is the only cement that will ever hold the world together." 

– Woodrow Wilson