South Africa

There are 12 public holidays in South Africa in 2026.

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Youth Day

June 16, 2026

27Days
10Hours
54Minutes
49Seconds

January 2026

  • 01

    New Year's Day

    Thursday

    Public

March 2026

  • 21

    Human Rights Day

    Saturday · Weekend

    Public

April 2026

  • 03

    Good Friday

    Friday

    Public
  • 06

    Family Day

    Monday

    Public
  • 27

    Freedom Day

    Monday

    Public

May 2026

  • 01

    Workers' Day

    Friday

    Public

June 2026

  • 16

    Youth Day

    Tuesday

    Public

August 2026

  • 10

    National Women's Day

    Monday

    Public

September 2026

  • 24

    Heritage Day

    Thursday

    Public

December 2026

  • 16

    Day of Reconciliation

    Wednesday

    Public
  • 25

    Christmas Day

    Friday

    Public
  • 26

    Day of Goodwill

    Saturday · Weekend

    Public
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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the next public holiday in South Africa?
You can find the next public holiday in South Africa on our next holiday page. We keep the data updated in real time.
How many public holidays are there in South Africa in 2026?
There are 12 public holidays in South Africa in 2026.
Are public holidays in South Africa the same every year?
Most public holidays in South Africa are fixed dates that recur every year, though some may shift when they fall on a weekend.
Can I download the 2026 public holidays for South Africa?
Yes, you can download the 2026 public holidays for South Africa in ICS, PDF or Excel format using the download buttons above.
What is the longest weekend in South Africa in 2026?
Check our long weekends section above to find the longest holiday bridges in South Africa for 2026.