It's almost time for our second biggest celebration of the year!
You are cordially invited to attend the Bonn Pchum Ben at Wat Jetapon Khemararam (The Cambodian Buddhist Temple of Dallas) on September 20, 2025 and September 21, 2025
Along with the celebrations, there will be; Buddhist ceremonies, food/merch vendors (CASH ONLY), traditional Khmer performances, and a live band. Parking donations are encouraged entering both front and back entrances.
We encourage all to wear traditional Khmer outfits.
Bonn Pchum Ben:
Cambodians deeply revere their parents, grandparents and ancestors. Each year in early fall (holiday can fall at the end of September or early October) Cambodians celebrate Bonn Pchum Ben to honor their deceased ancestors. It is a 15 Day celebration.
The first 14 days of the celebration are called 'Kan Ben'. During these days, Cambodians would prepare/offer food for the monks and visitors of the temple. It is also believed that the spirits of the deceased visit pagodas during this time to accept the offerings made by their families
This festival reminds Cambodians to honor their ancestors who have passed away.
Schedule of Events:
Saturday, September 20, 2025
9:00 A.M.
• Morning devotional honoring the three precious gems; Buddha, Dharma, and the Sangha
• Chants paying homage to the Dharma and acknowledging the Moral Precepts—led by resident monks
• Bang Skol (offerings made to our deceased ancestors)
10:00 A.M.
• Alms bowl offerings
11:00 A.M.
• offer lunch to the monks
12:00 P.M.
• Lunch for disciples will conclude our Saturday service
6:00 P.M.
• Traditional Cambodian performance showcase by our cultural troupe Selepak Khmer Angkor at the main stage
• Live entertainment (band and social dancing) on Saturday evening.
Sunday, September 21, 2025
9:00 A.M.
• Morning devotional honoring the three precious gems; Buddha, Dharma, and the Sangha
• Chants paying homage to the Dharma and acknowledging the Moral Precepts—led by resident monks
• Bang Skol (offerings made to our deceased ancestors)
10:00 A.M.
• Alms bowl offerings
11:00 A.M.
• Traditional Cambodian performance showcase by our cultural troupe Selepak Khmer Angkor at the stage
11:00 A.M.
• offer lunch to the monks
12:00 P.M.
• Lunch for disciples will conclude our Sunday service and mark the end of the ceremony
12:00 P.M.-3:00 P.M.
• Live entertainment (band and social dancing)
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