Traditional Cambodian games for adults and children

Thousands of people attended this holiday observance featuring blessings by Buddhist monks, traditional new year games, Cambodian fashion show, Khmer rememberance Song, the cultural dance performances and the public were warmly welcomed. This year the day-long community celebration began at 9:00 AM with Buddhist monks in saffron robes chanting and performing the New Year Blessings ceremony. The blessing is followed by a display of traditional Cambodian games for adults and children. These daytime festivities are an opportunity to participate in the rich cultural heritage of the Khmer people making a new home in this country and are free to all comers. In addition, there will also be a host of vendors displaying their arts and crafts and other Cambodian products. The evening cultural program begins at 5:30 PM and will feature several performances of Khmer classical ballet and folk dance; folk and classical music as well as modern performances.