2026 Holidays🇿🇦 South Africa
Complete list of 12 public holidays in South Africa for 2026. 365 days total, 53 weeks.
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2026 Holiday Calendar
January 2026
New Year's Day
Thu, Jan 1
Public
March 2026
Human Rights Day
Sat, Mar 21
Public
April 2026
Good Friday
Fri, Apr 3
Public
Family Day
Mon, Apr 6
Public
Freedom Day
Mon, Apr 27
Public
May 2026
Workers' Day
Fri, May 1
Public
June 2026
Youth Day
Tue, Jun 16
Public
August 2026
National Women's Day
Mon, Aug 10
Public
September 2026
Heritage Day
Thu, Sep 24
Public
December 2026
Day of Reconciliation
Wed, Dec 16
Public
Christmas Day
Fri, Dec 25
Public
Day of Goodwill
St. Stephen's Day
Sat, Dec 26
Public
2026 Seasons
Spring
Spring Equinox
Mar 20
Summer
Summer Solstice
Jun 21
Fall
Fall Equinox
Sep 22
Winter
Winter Solstice
Dec 21
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many public holidays are in 2026 for South Africa?
South Africa has 12 public holidays in 2026. These include federal holidays, regional holidays, and observances.
When is the first holiday in 2026?
The first holiday in 2026 is New Year's Day on January 1.
Are these holidays accurate for 2026?
Yes, our holiday data comes from official government sources via the Nager.Date API and is updated regularly to ensure accuracy.
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