Happy Birthday Coloring Pages | Free PDF Printables

Get ready to party with our delightful collection of happy birthday coloring pages. Each free printable PDF is packed with celebratory designs featuring dinosaurs in party hats, delicious cupcakes, and cute kittens surrounded by balloons and presents.

In this bday collection, you'll find standard A4 coloring sheets perfect for posters or decorations, along with a special section of birthday card designs. These can be printed and folded in half, ready to turn into personalized cards that will have everyone smiling!

Free Happy Birthday Coloring Pages

For this extra-special series, we’ve whipped up a whimsical mix of designs, including everything from blooming floral scenes and heart-filled doodles to adorable puppies, playful teacups, magical mermaids, and even beloved characters like My Little Pony! You’ll also find charming teddy bears, party hats galore, and plenty of flowers.

While we crafted many of these anniversary pictures for kids of all ages, we've also included detailed designs for adults, too.

Print some for fun party favors, to decorate the party table as placemats, to string together a hand-colored birthday banner, or to wrap gifts in homemade wrapping paper You could even use them to run a coloring competition as a unique party activity!

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Gather your markers, colored pencils, and slice of cake to color something celebratory today. Happy coloring!

The Pharaohs’ Special Day: Ancient Egyptians were among the first to celebrate birthdays but didn’t celebrate everyone’s birthday—just the pharaohs’. They believed that when a pharaoh was crowned, they became a god, so their birthday was like the birth of a god.

The Happy Birthday Tune: The “Happy Birthday” song is the most recognized in English. Initially, it wasn’t even a birthday song. It started as a simple classroom greeting called “Good Morning to All,” composed by two sisters, Mildred and Patty Hill, in 1893. Over time, people began singing it for birthdays instead, and now it’s a birthday staple worldwide.

The Tradition of Gift-Giving: The tradition of giving presents on birthdays became popular in the 1800s. It started as a way to show love and appreciation for the birthday person. Gifts were seen as a way to make someone feel special and valued on their special day.

Piñatas: Piñatas at birthday parties started in China, not Mexico. Originally, they were made to celebrate the Chinese New Year and were filled with seeds instead of candy. This tradition traveled to Europe and Mexico, where it became popular at birthday parties.

Birthday Candles and Wishes: When blown out, birthday candles were once thought to carry wishes to the gods. The ancient Greeks believed the candle smoke carried these wishes to the heavens. This idea has stuck around, and today, blowing out candles while making a wish is a common part of birthday celebrations.

The History of Wrapping Paper: The wrapping paper we use today wasn’t common until the early 1900s. Before that, people often used cloth, newspaper, or plain paper to wrap gifts. The idea was to keep the gift a surprise until the moment it was opened.

The Evolution of Birthday Parties: Birthday parties as we know them today began in the 18th century. Before that, only the wealthy could afford to throw big celebrations. The idea of a children’s birthday party became popular in the 19th century, with activities like games, cake, and presents.

Printable Birthday Cards to Color

These cute card designs have been made for quick and easy crafting—simply print, fold, and color!

The Birth of Birthday Cards: Birthday cards became common in the 1800s. Before that, people would visit each other to wish them well on their birthdays. As society became busier and people moved farther apart, sending a card became an easier way to send good wishes. Today, birthday cards are a standard part of celebrating someone’s special day.

Birthday Hats: Birthday hats, especially the pointy ones, have a fun history. These cone-shaped hats are believed to have originated from the “dunce caps” used in medieval times, but instead of being a symbol of shame, they were transformed into something festive and celebratory. 

Long Noodles for Long Life: In China, it’s common to eat noodles on your birthday. The long noodles symbolize a long life, and slurping them without biting is good luck. This tradition wishes the birthday person a long, healthy life, making the simple act of eating noodles a meaningful birthday custom.

The Role of Astrology in Birthdays: Astrology has played a role in birthdays for thousands of years. Ancient civilizations, like the Babylonians, believed that the position of the stars and planets at birth could influence your personality and future. Today, many people still read their horoscopes based on their birth date, finding meaning and guidance in the stars.

The Birthday Cake Slice for Good Luck: In some cultures, the first slice of birthday cake is given to the person who cuts it, often the birthday person. This slice is considered lucky and is supposed to bring good fortune. The rest of the cake is then shared with guests, spreading joy and good wishes to everyone at the party.

Milestone Birthdays: Why Some Are Extra Special: Certain birthdays, like turning 16, 18, 21, or 50, are milestones. These ages often represent key life stages, such as becoming an adult or reaching a significant decade. Milestone birthdays are usually celebrated with bigger parties or special traditions, marking the importance of that year in a person’s life.

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