Observed date
When is Juneteenth 1983?
Monday, June 20, 1983
Monday · US week 26 · ISO week 1983-W25
Legal date: Sunday, June 19, 1983 (federal observed closure)
This date has passed for 1983
June 1983 holidays →Next 10 Juneteenth dates
Day of the week and countdown for each year — computed from the holiday rule in our database.
| Year | Date | Day | Days to go |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | June 20, 1983 | Monday | Passed |
| 1984 | June 19, 1984 | Tuesday | Passed |
| 1985 | June 19, 1985 | Wednesday | Passed |
| 1986 | June 19, 1986 | Thursday | Passed |
| 1987 | June 19, 1987 | Friday | Passed |
| 1988 | June 20, 1988 | Monday | Passed |
| 1989 | June 19, 1989 | Monday | Passed |
| 1990 | June 19, 1990 | Tuesday | Passed |
| 1991 | June 19, 1991 | Wednesday | Passed |
| 1992 | June 19, 1992 | Friday | Passed |
What is Juneteenth?
Juneteenth is a US federal holiday. Juneteenth National Independence Day is June 19. When June 19 falls on a weekend, federal observance may move to the nearest weekday.
Americans use this date for planning time off, travel, school events, and retail promotions. Mark it on your 1983 calendar early so team schedules and family plans stay aligned with public closures and local observances.
When is Juneteenth?
Juneteenth National Independence Day is June 19. When June 19 falls on a weekend, federal observance may move to the nearest weekday. The countdown and next-ten-years table above lists exact weekdays for 1983 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
Juneteenth marks June 19, 1865, when Union troops announced freedom to enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, after the Civil War. It became a federal holiday in 2021.
Understanding the history helps explain why schools, media, and local governments schedule related events around the same season each year.
How people observe Juneteenth
Communities hold festivals, history programs, parades, and reflection on emancipation and ongoing civil rights work.
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
Block June 19 and any observed weekday in 1983 for federal closures. Schedule educational and community events around mid-June.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Juneteenth a federal holiday?
Yes. Juneteenth National Independence Day on June 19 became a federal holiday in 2021.
What does Juneteenth commemorate?
It marks the 1865 announcement of freedom to enslaved African Americans in Texas, extending emancipation nationwide in practice.
Are banks closed on Juneteenth?
Federal holiday observance typically closes banks and post offices on the observed date. Confirm with your institution.