South Africa has 15 public holidays in 2026, including New Year’s Day (1 Jan), Human Rights Day (21 Mar), Good Friday (3 Apr), Family Day (6 Apr), Freedom Day (27 Apr), Workers’ Day (1 May), Youth Day (16 Jun), National Women’s Day (9 Aug), Heritage Day (24 Sep), Day of Reconciliation (16 Dec), Christmas Day (25 Dec) and Day of Goodwill (26 Dec). Where a public holiday falls on a Sunday, the following Monday is observed.
Looking to view a calendar in a more easy to read format? View the Public Holiday’s in South Africa in our calendar link here.
