Christmas originated as a Christian festival celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ, believed to be the Son of God and Savior in Christian faith. The date of December 25 was chosen to coincide with Roman pagan winter solstice festivals, allowing early Christians to integrate their celebration with existing cultural practices.

Le Bistrot de l’Institut invites guests to celebrate Christmas with a full festive menu in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. From Monday 22 December, the bistro becomes the ideal place to enjoy French holiday flavours in a friendly, green setting, perfect for sharing a special moment with family, colleagues or friends.

This holiday season, Malis Restaurants in Phnom Penh and Siem Reap invite you to indulge in a culinary celebration crafted for the sophisticated palate. Their Christmas menu, curated by Chef Sopheak, offers a modern Cambodian fine dining journey that harmoniously blends tradition with refined innovation.

On December 1, 2025, Sofitel Phnom Penh Phokeethra officially kicked off the holiday season with the traditional Christmas tree lighting ceremony in its lobby, starting at 6 PM.

The AEFC (Association d'Entraide des Français du Cambodge) is pleased to announce its next traditional Christmas Market, to be held on...

As at the end of each year, more than a hundred guests attended the lighting of the Christmas tree in the lobby of the Sofitel Phnom Penh...

Tradition & Pictures: Christmas tree lighting at the Raffles Hotel Le Royal