National holidays are January 1st; March 21st, Human Rights Day; Good Friday; Easter Monday called Family Day; April 27th, Freedom Day; May 1st, Workers’ Day; June 16th, declared Youth Day; August 9th, Women’s Day; September 24th, Heritage Day; December 16th, Day of Reconciliation; December 25th and 26th, the latter called Day of Goodwill.
Numerous and much-anticipated are cultural and musical events that enliven the country throughout the year, such as the Cape Town International Jazz Festival, in March-April, which features performances by the most important jazz musicians not only from South Africa but also worldwide.
Or like Splashy Fen, near Underberg, in the heart of the Drakensberg mountains, in KwaZulu Natal, enlivened by pop and folk bands that primarily use acoustic instruments.
Or like the Oppikoppi Easter Festival, at Easter, held about a hundred kilometers from Pretoria, offering a comprehensive showcase of all types of South African music, also hosting internationally renowned stars.
