| 1983 South American Championships in Athletics | |
|---|---|
| Dates | 29 September–2 October |
| Host city | Santa Fe, Argentina |
| Venue | Centro de Alto Rendimiento Deportivo Pedro Candioti |
| Events | 39 |
| Participation | 231 athletes from 10 nations |
The 1983 South American Championships in Athletics were held at the Centro de Alto Rendimiento Deportivo Pedro Candioti in Santa Fe, Argentina, between 29 September and 2 October.