South Africa Holidays, Observances & Calendar 2027

Find the complete list of public holidays, observances, and the full monthly Calendar for South Africa in 2027. Discover official national holidays, important cultural dates, and plan your year with this country-specific holiday guide.

Total Holidays 43
Public Holidays 14
Observances 29
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Calendar 2027
Holidays 2027
January 2027
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February 2027
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March 2027
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April 2027
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May 2027
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June 2027
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July 2027
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August 2027
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September 2027
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October 2027
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November 2027
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December 2027
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Holidays & Observances in South Africa in 2027

New Year's Day
Public Holiday
Friday, January 1, 2027
198 days left
Tweede Nuwe Jaar
Observance
Saturday, January 2, 2027
199 days left
Isra and Mi'raj (Tentative Date)
Muslim
Wednesday, January 6, 2027
203 days left
Ramadan Start (Tentative Date)
Muslim
Monday, February 8, 2027
236 days left
Armed Forces Day
Observance
Sunday, February 21, 2027
249 days left
Laylatul Qadr (Night of Power)
Muslim
Friday, March 5, 2027
261 days left
Maha Shivaratri
Hindu Holiday
Saturday, March 6, 2027
262 days left
Eid ul Fitr (Tentative Date)
Muslim
Wednesday, March 10, 2027
266 days left
March Equinox
Season
Saturday, March 20, 2027
276 days left
Human Rights Day
Public Holiday
Sunday, March 21, 2027
277 days left
Holi
Hindu Holiday
Monday, March 22, 2027
278 days left
Day off for Human Rights Day
Public Holiday
Monday, March 22, 2027
278 days left
Good Friday
Public Holiday
Friday, March 26, 2027
282 days left
Holy Saturday
Observance, Christian
Saturday, March 27, 2027
283 days left
Easter Sunday
Observance, Christian
Sunday, March 28, 2027
284 days left
Family Day
Public Holiday
Monday, March 29, 2027
285 days left
Freedom Day
Public Holiday
Tuesday, April 27, 2027
314 days left
Workers' Day
Public Holiday
Saturday, May 1, 2027
318 days left
Mother's Day
Observance
Sunday, May 9, 2027
326 days left
Eid al-Adha (Tentative Date)
Muslim
Monday, May 17, 2027
334 days left
Muharram/Islamic New Year (Tentative Date)
Muslim
Sunday, June 6, 2027
354 days left
Youth Day
Public Holiday
Wednesday, June 16, 2027
364 days left
Father's Day
Observance
Sunday, June 20, 2027
368 days left
June Solstice
Season
Monday, June 21, 2027
369 days left
Nelson Mandela Day
Observance
Sunday, July 18, 2027
396 days left
National Women's Day
Public Holiday
Monday, August 9, 2027
418 days left
Milad un Nabi (Mawlid) (Tentative Date)
Muslim
Sunday, August 15, 2027
424 days left
Raksha Bandhan
Hindu Holiday
Tuesday, August 17, 2027
426 days left
Janmashtami
Hindu Holiday
Wednesday, August 25, 2027
434 days left
Ganesh Chaturthi
Hindu Holiday
Friday, September 3, 2027
443 days left
September Equinox
Season
Thursday, September 23, 2027
463 days left
Heritage Day
Public Holiday
Friday, September 24, 2027
464 days left
Navaratri
Hindu Holiday
Thursday, September 30, 2027
470 days left
Dussehra
Hindu Holiday
Saturday, October 9, 2027
479 days left
Diwali/Deepavali
Hindu Holiday
Thursday, October 28, 2027
498 days left
Day of Reconciliation
Public Holiday
Thursday, December 16, 2027
547 days left
December Solstice
Season
Wednesday, December 22, 2027
553 days left
Christmas Eve
Observance, Christian
Friday, December 24, 2027
555 days left
Christmas Day
Public Holiday
Saturday, December 25, 2027
556 days left
Isra and Mi'raj
Muslim
Sunday, December 26, 2027
557 days left
Day of Goodwill
Public Holiday
Sunday, December 26, 2027
557 days left
Day of Goodwill observed
Public Holiday
Monday, December 27, 2027
558 days left
New Year's Eve
Observance
Friday, December 31, 2027
562 days left

South Africa Holidays 2027 - FAQs

1. How many public holidays are there in South Africa in 2027?
➥ South Africa has several official public holidays in 2027, including national holidays and other important observances listed on this page. The exact number may vary depending on regional and optional holidays.
2. What are the national holidays in South Africa in 2027?
➥ National holidays in South Africa include officially recognized days observed across the country, such as New Year’s Day, Independence Day, and Christmas. A full list is available in the holiday table above.
3. Are Carnival days public holidays in South Africa?
➥ Carnival days in South Africa are widely celebrated, but their status as official public holidays can vary by region and employer. This calendar highlights nationally recognized holidays and major observances for 2027.
4. Do holidays in South Africa change every year?
➥ Some holidays in South Africa fall on fixed dates each year, while others are movable and depend on religious or cultural calendars. This page reflects the dates specific to 2027.
5. Is this holiday calendar updated from official sources?
➥ The holiday information on this page is compiled from official government publications and widely accepted public records to ensure accuracy for planning and reference purposes.

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