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When is Father's Day 1985?
Sunday, June 16, 1985
Sunday · US week 25 · ISO week 1985-W24
This date has passed for 1985
June 1985 holidays →Next 10 Father's Day dates
Day of the week and countdown for each year — computed from the holiday rule in our database.
| Year | Date | Day | Days to go |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | June 16, 1985 | Sunday | Passed |
| 1986 | June 15, 1986 | Sunday | Passed |
| 1987 | June 21, 1987 | Sunday | Passed |
| 1988 | June 19, 1988 | Sunday | Passed |
| 1989 | June 18, 1989 | Sunday | Passed |
| 1990 | June 17, 1990 | Sunday | Passed |
| 1991 | June 16, 1991 | Sunday | Passed |
| 1992 | June 21, 1992 | Sunday | Passed |
| 1993 | June 20, 1993 | Sunday | Passed |
| 1994 | June 19, 1994 | Sunday | Passed |
What is Father's Day?
Father's Day is a widely observed date but not a federal holiday. Father's Day is the third Sunday in June—not a federal holiday.
Americans use this date for planning time off, travel, school events, and retail promotions. Mark it on your 1985 calendar early so team schedules and family plans stay aligned with public closures and local observances.
When is Father's Day?
Father's Day is the third Sunday in June—not a federal holiday. The countdown and next-ten-years table above lists exact weekdays for 1985 and future years, including how many days remain until the next occurrence.
Floating holidays shift on the calendar; fixed dates like July 4 or December 25 stay on the same month and day every year. If the date falls on a weekend, federal observance may move to an adjacent weekday—confirm with your employer for time-off policies.
History and background
Inspired by Mother's Day, Father's Day gained national recognition in the twentieth century. President Nixon signed a permanent observance on the third Sunday in June.
Understanding the history helps explain why schools, media, and local governments schedule related events around the same season each year.
How people observe Father's Day
Families celebrate with gifts, meals, outdoor activities, and phone calls. Retailers promote tools, apparel, and experience gifts.
Neighborhoods and workplaces vary: some close entirely on federal holidays, while cultural observances may continue with normal business hours. Check local listings for parades, sales, or volunteer opportunities tied to this date.
Calendar planning tip
Reserve the third Sunday in June 1985 for family plans. Restaurants fill quickly—book ahead.
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Frequently asked questions
When is Father's Day in 1985?
Father's Day is the third Sunday in June. Check the table above for the exact 1985 date.
Is Father's Day a federal holiday?
No. It is a cultural observance without federal office closures.
Is Father's Day the same in every country?
Dates vary globally. The United States uses the third Sunday in June.