Pchum Ben (Cambodia) 2026
Buddhist ยท Cambodia
Cambodian Ancestors' Day โ 15 days including Pchum Ben
About Pchum Ben (Cambodia)
Pchum Ben is one of Cambodia's most important religious festivals, honouring the spirits of ancestors. Cambodians offer food to monks at dawn and visit pagodas across 15 days, with the final day (Pchum Ben Day) being a public holiday.
Traditions & Customs
- Offering food to monks at dawn
- Visiting 7 pagodas
- Bay Ben (ritually throwing rice)
- White attire
- Paying respects to ancestors
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Pchum Ben (Cambodia) in 2026?
Tuesday, 6 October 2026 In India Standard Time (IST, UTC+5:30), the holiday begins at midnight (12:00 AM IST) on this date.
What is Pchum Ben (Cambodia)?
Pchum Ben is one of Cambodia's most important religious festivals, honouring the spirits of ancestors. Cambodians offer food to monks at dawn and visit pagodas across 15 days, with the final day (Pchum Ben Day) being a public holiday.
Is Pchum Ben (Cambodia) a public holiday in India?
Pchum Ben (Cambodia) is observed in Cambodia.
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