| Holiday | Date (1987) | Khmer Lunar Date | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | April 14–16 | 1st waning moon of 5th month | | Royal Plowing Ceremony | May 4 (approx.) | 4th waning moon of 6th month | | Pchum Ben (Ancestors’ Day) | Sept 18–Oct 2 | 1st–15th waning moon of 10th month | | Water & Moon Festival | Oct 27–29 | Full moon of 12th month (Bonn Om Touk) | | Independence Day | Nov 9 (fixed Gregorian) | Not lunar-based |

Last updated: October 2025

, is a lunisolar system that synchronizes lunar cycles with the solar year to ensure seasonal accuracy for agricultural and religious life. The Mechanics of the 1987 Khmer Calendar

The year in was a common year following the Gregorian calendar. In the traditional Khmer calendar ( Chântôkôtĕ ), it was identified as the Year of the Rabbit ( Ding-mao ) . Key Characteristics of the 1987 Khmer Calendar

Those born in this year are often described as gentle, sensitive, and elegant . The "Fire" element adds a layer of passion and confidence to the Rabbit’s typically reserved nature.