South Africa

There are 12 public holidays in South Africa in 2027.

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January 2027

  • 01

    New Year's Day

    Friday

    Public

March 2027

  • 22

    Human Rights Day

    Monday

    Public
  • 26

    Good Friday

    Friday

    Public
  • 29

    Family Day

    Monday

    Public

April 2027

  • 27

    Freedom Day

    Tuesday

    Public

May 2027

  • 01

    Workers' Day

    Saturday · Weekend

    Public

June 2027

  • 16

    Youth Day

    Wednesday

    Public

August 2027

  • 09

    National Women's Day

    Monday

    Public

September 2027

  • 24

    Heritage Day

    Friday

    Public

December 2027

  • 16

    Day of Reconciliation

    Thursday

    Public
  • 25

    Christmas Day

    Saturday · Weekend

    Public
  • 27

    Day of Goodwill

    Monday

    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 2027?
There are 12 public holidays in South Africa in 2027.
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 2027 public holidays for South Africa?
Yes, you can download the 2027 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 2027?
Check our long weekends section above to find the longest holiday bridges in South Africa for 2027.