Mother’s Day 2027 in South Africa: Date and Is It a Public Holiday?
Mother’s Day 2027 at a Glance
| Detail | Answer |
|---|---|
| Mother’s Day 2027 | Sunday, 9 May 2027 |
| Rule | The second Sunday of May |
| Public holiday? | No |
| Mother’s Day 2026 was | Sunday, 10 May 2026 |
| Mother’s Day 2028 | Sunday, 14 May 2028 |
Why Is Mother’s Day on 9 May 2027?
South Africa follows the American tradition of celebrating Mother’s Day on the second Sunday of May. In 2027, 1 May is a Saturday, so the Sundays in May are 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30 May. The second Sunday is 9 May.
Is Mother’s Day a Public Holiday in South Africa?
No. Mother’s Day is not one of South Africa’s public holidays. Because it is always on a Sunday, it does not change school or work days.
Do not confuse it with National Women’s Day, which is a public holiday on 9 August. In 2027, Women’s Day falls on a Monday, giving a long weekend. See our 2027 long weekend planner.
Mother’s Day Dates: 2027 to 2030
| Year | Mother’s Day in South Africa |
|---|---|
| 2027 | Sunday, 9 May |
| 2028 | Sunday, 14 May |
| 2029 | Sunday, 13 May |
| 2030 | Sunday, 12 May |
Family in the UK? Their Mother’s Day Is Earlier
The United Kingdom celebrates Mothering Sunday on the fourth Sunday of Lent, which moves with Easter. In 2027, Mothering Sunday in the UK is on Sunday, 7 March. Australia, Canada and the United States use the same date as South Africa, the second Sunday of May.
Other Dates in May 2027
| Date | What it is |
|---|---|
| Saturday, 1 May 2027 | Workers’ Day (public holiday on a Saturday, so there is no extra day off) |
| Sunday, 9 May 2027 | Mother’s Day |
| Sunday, 16 May 2027 | Expected Eid al-Adha (subject to moon sighting) |
Mother’s Day 2027 Questions
When is Mother’s Day 2027 in South Africa?
On Sunday, 9 May 2027.
Is Mother’s Day always on the second Sunday of May?
Yes. In South Africa, Mother’s Day is on the second Sunday of May every year.
Is Mother’s Day a public holiday in South Africa?
No. It is not an official public holiday, and it always falls on a Sunday.
When is Mother’s Day 2028?
On Sunday, 14 May 2028.
More: South Africa public holidays 2027 and the South Africa 2027 calendar.