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School holidays

South Africa ·

5 school breaks in South Africa during 2026. Longest is 32 days (Ferien 4. Trimester (Sommerferien)).

School breaks

5

Total off-days

111

Longest break

32 d

Next break

In 21 days

Next school break

Ferien 2. Trimester (Winterferien)

Jun 27 – Jul 20 · 24 days

21

days away

All 2026 school breaks

5 total
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Dez13

Ferien 4. Trimester (Sommerferien)

Dez 13 – Jan 13 · 32 Tage

32T
Mär28

Ferien 1. Trimester

Mär 28 – Apr 7 · 11 Tage

11T
Jun27

Ferien 2. Trimester (Winterferien)

Jun 27 – Jul 20 · 24 Tage

24T
Sep24

Ferien 3. Trimester (Frühlingsferien)

Sep 24 – Okt 5 · 12 Tage

12T
Dez12

Ferien 4. Trimester (Sommerferien)

Dez 12 – Jan 12 · 32 Tage

32T
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Public holidays in 2026

Affect closures and travel demand around school breaks.

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Jan1

Neujahrstag

Mär21

Tag der Menschenrechte

Apr3

Karfreitag

Apr6

Familientag

Apr27

Tag der Freiheit

Mai1

Tag der Arbeit

Jun16

Tag der Jugend

Aug9

Nationaler Frauentag

Aug10

Nationaler Frauentag (Ersatzfeiertag)

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Frequently asked questions

Wann sind die Schulferien 2026 in South Africa?
Schulen in South Africa haben 5 Ferienperioden im Jahr 2026. Die Zeitleiste oben zeigt Anfang und Ende jeder Ferienzeit.
How many school breaks does South Africa have in 2026?
South Africa schools observe 5 break periods in 2026, including national holidays and seasonal breaks. Exact dates may vary by region or school zone.
Why do school holiday dates differ by region?
Many countries stagger school holidays across regions or zones to avoid simultaneous travel demand. France, the Netherlands, Germany, and others use this approach.
When is the best time to travel around school holidays?
Prices and crowds spike during school breaks. Traveling 1–2 weeks before or after a break — when other regions are still in school — typically offers better availability and lower prices.
Where does this calendar come from?
Data is sourced from the national education ministry of South Africa. See the source link below for the official publication.
VerwandtFeiertage 2026Lange WochenendenSouth Africa im Überblick

School calendar dates published by national education ministries. Always confirm with your local school for the official calendar.