South African Public Holidays 2027

All 14 days off in 2027, with the day of the week.

New Year’s DayFriday · long weekend1 January
Human Rights DaySunday21 March
Human Rights Day (observed)Monday · long weekend22 March
Good FridayFriday · long weekend26 March
Family DayMonday · long weekend29 March
Freedom DayTuesday27 April
Workers’ DaySaturday1 May
Youth DayWednesday16 June
National Women’s DayMonday · long weekend9 August
Heritage DayFriday · long weekend24 September
Day of ReconciliationThursday16 December
Christmas DaySaturday25 December
Day of GoodwillSunday26 December
Day of Goodwill (observed)Monday · long weekend27 December

7 fall on a Monday or Friday, giving a long weekend.

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How it works

South Africa has 12 public holidays set by the Public Holidays Act. When one falls on a Sunday, the Monday after it is also a holiday. Good Friday and Family Day move each year with Easter.

Other years: 2026, 2028.

Figures last checked against official sources on 15 October 2026.

Questions

How many public holidays are there in South Africa in 2027?

There are 12 public holidays, plus 2 extra Mondays off because holidays fall on a Sunday.

What happens when a public holiday falls on a Sunday?

Under the Public Holidays Act, the following Monday becomes a public holiday.

What happens when a public holiday falls on a Saturday?

Nothing changes. There is no extra day off for a Saturday holiday.

South African Public Holidays 2027

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