Public holidays in South Africa
Public holiday dates are listed below.
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| Thursday, January 1, 2026 | New Year's Day |
| Saturday, March 21, 2026 | Human Rights Day |
| Friday, April 3, 2026 | Good Friday |
| Monday, April 6, 2026 | Family Day |
| Monday, April 27, 2026 | Freedom Day |
| Friday, May 1, 2026 | Workers' Day |
| Tuesday, June 16, 2026 | Youth Day |
| Sunday, August 9, 2026 | National Women's Day |
| Monday, August 10, 2026 | Public Holiday |
| Thursday, September 24, 2026 | Heritage Day |
| Wednesday, December 16, 2026 | Day of Reconciliation |
| Friday, December 25, 2026 | Christmas Day |
| Saturday, December 26, 2026 | Day of Goodwill |
About this calendar
This calendar includes public holidays and substitute days for South Africa from 2026 through 2031. Regional and employer closures can differ. Islamic dates and future government-announced workday swaps can change after local announcements.