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Federal holidays, observances, and international days for South Africa in 2026.
Country / region
1 dates
New Year's Day
1 dates
Valentine's Day
3 dates
International Women's Day
Saint Patrick's Day
Human Rights Day
6 dates
April Fools' Day
Good Friday
Easter Sunday
Family Day
Earth Day
Freedom Day
2 dates
Workers' Day
Mother's Day
3 dates
World Environment Day
Youth Day
Father's Day
1 dates
Nelson Mandela Day
2 dates
National Women's Day
Public Holiday
1 dates
Heritage Day
1 dates
Halloween
1 dates
Singles' Day
5 dates
Day of Reconciliation
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
Day of Goodwill
New Year's Eve
Browse 27 public holidays and observances for South Africa in 2026. Notable dates include New Year's Day, Valentine's Day, International Women's Day, and more. Switch countries anytime, or open the full year calendar for month-by-month grids.