Public Holidays in South Africa — 2027
12 public holidays
January
Fri
1
New Year's Day
National
March
Mon
22
Human Rights Day
National
Fri
26
Good Friday
National
Mon
29
Family Day
National
April
Tue
27
Freedom Day
National
May
Sat
1
Workers' Day
National
June
Wed
16
Youth Day
National
August
Mon
9
National Women's Day
National
September
Fri
24
Heritage Day
National
December
Thu
16
Day of Reconciliation
National
Sat
25
Christmas Day
National
Mon
27
Day of Goodwill
St. Stephen's Day
National
Source: Nager.Date Public Holiday API
⚠ Holiday dates are for reference only and may change. Always verify with official government sources.