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Cambodia : Public Holidays and Bank Holidays 2025 2026 2027

Public Holidays in Cambodia

Cambodia celebrates numerous public holidays that reflect its rich cultural heritage, religious traditions, and historical milestones. These holidays are observed with various ceremonies, festivities, and family gatherings across the country.

• International New Year Day
  Celebrated on January 1st, this day marks the beginning of the Gregorian calendar year. It is observed with public festivities and family gatherings nationwide.

• Day of Victory over the Genocidal Regime
  Observed on January 7th, this day commemorates the end of the Khmer Rouge regime in 1979. It is a solemn day of reflection and ceremonies honoring the victims.

• International Women's Rights Day
  Celebrated on March 8th, this day highlights the achievements and rights of women in Cambodia and globally with events promoting gender equality.

• Khmer New Year's Day
  Celebrated over three days around mid-April (usually April 13th-15th), it marks the traditional lunar New Year. It involves religious ceremonies, traditional games, and family reunions.

• International Labor Day
  Held on May 1st, this day honors workers' rights and contributions, marked by rallies, speeches, and community events.

• Visaka Bochea Day
  This Buddhist holiday, falling on the full moon of the third lunar month (usually in May), commemorates the birth, enlightenment, and death of Buddha. Devotees visit temples for prayers and meditation.

• HM King Norodom Sihamoni's Birthday
  Celebrated on May 14th with official ceremonies, this day honors the reigning king of Cambodia with public events and cultural performances.

• Royal Ploughing Ceremony
  Held in May, this ancient ritual marks the start of the rice-growing season. It involves symbolic ploughing by the king or a representative to bless a bountiful harvest.

• HM Queen Norodom Monineath Sihanouk the Queen-Mother's Birthday
  Commemorated on June 18th, this day celebrates the Queen Mother with various official ceremonies.

• Pchum Ben Day
  A 15-day religious festival in September or October honoring deceased ancestors. Families visit pagodas to make offerings and pray for the souls of their departed relatives.

• Constitution Day
  Celebrated on September 24th, this day marks the adoption of Cambodia's constitution in 1993 with official ceremonies and patriotic events.

• HM King Norodom Sihanouk Mourning Day
  Observed on October 15th to remember the late King Norodom Sihanouk with memorial services and reflections on his legacy.

• HM King Norodom Sihamoni's Coronation Day
  Celebrated on October 29th, this marks the coronation of the current king with formal royal ceremonies.

• Water Festival
  A three-day festival in November celebrating the end of the rainy season and the reversing flow of the Tonle Sap River. It features boat races, illuminated floats, and vibrant street festivities.

• National Independence Day
  Celebrated on November 9th, this day marks Cambodia's independence from French colonial rule in 1953. It includes patriotic ceremonies and public celebrations.

• Peace Day in Cambodia
  Held on November 23rd, this day promotes peace and reconciliation following years of conflict, marked by public events and educational programs.

Site officiel de référence

• Royal Government of Cambodia - Official Portal