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Calendar May 2027 & Moon Phases
This free calendar features official public holidays, traditional festivals, major sporting events and precise monthly moon phases for your region, and supports one-click downloading and high-quality printing.
Public Holidays in South Africa 2027
| Date | Week | Public Holidays | Type |
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| January 1, 2027 | Fri | New Year's Day | National |
| March 21, 2027 | Sun | Human Rights Day | National |
| March 22, 2027 | Mon | Human Rights Day (observed) | National |
| March 26, 2027 | Fri | Good Friday | National |
| March 29, 2027 | Mon | Family Day | National |
| April 27, 2027 | Tue | Freedom Day | National |
| May 1, 2027 | Sat | Workers' Day | National |
| June 16, 2027 | Wed | Youth Day | National |
| August 9, 2027 | Mon | National Women's Day | National |
| September 24, 2027 | Fri | Heritage Day | National |
| December 16, 2027 | Thu | Day of Reconciliation | National |
| December 25, 2027 | Sat | Christmas Day | National |
| December 26, 2027 | Sun | Day of Goodwill | National |
| December 27, 2027 | Mon | Day of Goodwill (observed) | National |
About Public Holidays in South Africa
South Africa's holidays tell the story of the transition from apartheid to democracy. Human Rights Day on March 21, Freedom Day on April 27, Youth Day on June 16, Women's Day on August 9 and Reconciliation Day on December 16 each mark a chapter of the struggle, with Heritage Day in September a joyful celebration of the 'rainbow nation'. The Christian calendar brings Christmas, Easter and Good Friday, while the country's nine official languages give every national holiday a multicultural celebration.
In May 2027 there is 1 public holiday: Workers' Day. In 2027, South Africa observes 14 public holidays including 14 national, of which 4 fall on a weekend.
Sports Events in South Africa 2027
| Date | Week | Event | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 24, 2027 | Thu | FIFA Women's World Cup 2027 | International |
| July 12, 2027 | Mon | Rugby Championship South Africa | Sport |
| November 28, 2027 | Sun | Sun City Boxing (Fight Night) | Sport |