2026 South Africa Calendar
2026 South Africa calendar with holidays
Browse the 2026 calendar for South Africa with public and national holidays highlighted.
January 2026
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1New Year's Day
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- Jan 1New Year's Day
February 2026
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21Human Rights Day
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- Mar 21Human Rights Day
April 2026
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3Good Friday
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6Family Day
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27Freedom Day
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- Apr 3Good Friday
- Apr 6Family Day
- Apr 27Freedom Day
May 2026
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1Workers' Day
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- May 1Workers' Day
June 2026
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16Youth Day
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- Jun 16Youth Day
July 2026
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August 2026
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10National Women's Day
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- Aug 10National Women's Day
September 2026
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24Heritage Day
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- Sep 24Heritage Day
October 2026
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November 2026
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December 2026
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16Day of Reconciliation
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25Christmas Day
26Day of Goodwill
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- Dec 16Day of Reconciliation
- Dec 25Christmas Day
- Dec 26Day of Goodwill
| Date | Holiday | Type | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thursday, January 1, 2026 | New Year's Day | Public holiday | – |
| Saturday, March 21, 2026 | Human Rights Day | Public holiday | – |
| Friday, April 3, 2026 | Good Friday | Public holiday | – |
| Monday, April 6, 2026 | Family Day | Public holiday | – |
| Monday, April 27, 2026 | Freedom Day | Public holiday | – |
| Friday, May 1, 2026 | Workers' Day | Public holiday | – |
| Tuesday, June 16, 2026 | Youth Day | Public holiday | – |
| Monday, August 10, 2026 | National Women's Day | Public holiday | – |
| Thursday, September 24, 2026 | Heritage Day | Public holiday | – |
| Wednesday, December 16, 2026 | Day of Reconciliation | Public holiday | – |
| Friday, December 25, 2026 | Christmas Day | Public holiday | – |
| Saturday, December 26, 2026 | Day of Goodwill | Public holiday | – |
Note: The list above highlights primary national/federal holidays based on Government of South Africa — public holidays. Regional holidays may vary. Check local sources for critical planning.