Cambodia Book Fair

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Arts & CulturePhnom Penh
DatesDates TBACheck locally before booking
DurationAnnualEstimate from available data
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forPerformance, exhibitionsThe fair's growth from ten booths and five
LanguageLocal language; English access variesCurrency: KHR
CategoryArts & CultureFestival type
The story

Cambodia Book Fair in Phnom Penh

Cambodia Book Fair is a free, four-day event held each December at the Koh Pich Convention and Exhibition Center in Phnom Penh, bringing together around three hundred booths of Khmer and foreign-language books alongside author talks and family activities. Founded in 2011 with just ten booths, it has grown into a major national platform for promoting reading habits, supporting Cambodian publishers and writers, and drawing several hundred thousand visitors each edition.

Cambodia Book Fair opened its first edition in 2011 with just ten booths and five publishers, a modest start for an event that has since grown into one of the country's largest annual gatherings dedicated to reading and publishing.
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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

The fair's growth from ten booths and five publishers in 2011 to around three hundred booths today mirrors the broader rebuilding of Cambodia's publishing sector, still recovering from the near-total destruction of the country's literary infrastructure during the Khmer Rouge period

02

The mystery stays covered

Each edition carries its own theme, with a recent one framed around the phrase books are food for thought, and programming extends beyond sales to author talks, book launches, and panel discussions on literacy and publishing

03

The city starts moving

Organizations such as Sipar, a longtime backer of Cambodian libraries and publishing, participate alongside government ministries, giving the fair institutional weight beyond a typical trade show

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

Recurring elements include a themed annual slogan

Water and renewal

Living ritual

roughly three hundred exhibitor booths spanning Khmer and foreign-language publishers

The sacred route

Living ritual

free admission

The local code

Living ritual

author talks and book launches

Tradition 5

Living ritual

panel discussions on literacy and publishing

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and dedicated activities for children and young readers

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Living ritual

all held at the Koh Pich Convention and Exhibition Center in December

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA

Getting around

Stay close enough to the part of Phnom Penh you will actually use, especially if the event runs late.

What to wear

Casual, comfortable clothing is appropriate, since the fair involves walking through a large convention hall with dense crowds, particularly on weekends. Comfortable shoes are recommended...

Safety

Cambodia Book Fair is easier when valuables are secure and the group knows where to meet if separated.

Where to stay

For busy dates, stay near reliable routes so the return after Cambodia Book Fair does not become the hardest part.

Tickets/cost

Check official or local sources for ticketed areas, paid stands, and same-year access rules.

Language/currency

KHR

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map11.56 N, 104.92 EOpen in Google Maps

Phnom Penh, Phnom Penh, Cambodia

Nearest airportPNH — Phnom Penh
TransportStay close enough to the part of Phnom Penh you will actually use, especially if the event runs late.
Stay areaFor busy dates, stay near reliable routes so the return after Cambodia Book Fair does not become the hardest part.

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How to get thereRoutes, times and prices to Phnom Penh via local transport.Search routesFind a place to stayStays near Phnom Penh, close enough for the event-day route.Browse staysFind flightsCompare fares into the nearest practical airport for festival season.Compare faresFestival gearCasual, comfortable clothing is appropriate, since the fair involves walking through a large convention hall with dense crowds, particularly on weekends. Comfortable shoes are recommended, and a light bag helps for carrying purchased books.Shop the kitCheck visa requirementsSee whether you need a visa for Cambodia and apply online.Check entry rulesTravel insuranceCover for trip hiccups, gear and health on the road.Get covered

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Cambodia Book Fair?

Cambodia Book Fair is listed for Dates to be announced. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Cambodia Book Fair take place?

The festival is listed in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

Annual is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Date announcement pending. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Phnom Penh, Phnom Penh, Cambodia

Is it family friendly?

unknown

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About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

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