Where did 'Klein Saterdag' originate from?

Question

Since I can remember people have been talking about Klein Saterdag when it's Wednesday. Usually people then also go out dancing and having braais, etc.

Where does this saying come from?

Answer 1

We also call it a "Mini Weekend"

Answer 2

I don't know how old are you but here is the answer

Back in the good old days all the banks closed at 1 on Wednesdays and that is where it came from

Answer 3

I don't know the answer but i presume it is half-way through the week. Maybe someone else can help you.:)

Answer 4

Yeah I remember - it used to be a real p**s up night for me and my mates when we were studying

I think it origionated because the week is so long and it is seen as the middle of the week - hence a Small Saturday - you get to have fun - But not too much..

Answer 5

I agree with Slipperman, when I was a student Wednesdays were usually Ladies Nights at the club, so we used to go out, because entrance was free, (and we usually won some stuff)enjoy ourselves at the ladies night fun and games and then our boyfriends joined us later on in the evening.

Answer 6

It's kind of a celebration because it's the middle of the week and only two days to go before the weekend. Basically it's just an excuse to have a social get together in the middle of the week. It's a great thing though, except if you go a bit overboard and then have to face an extremely long Thursday at work :-)