Phnom Penh Night Market Opening Hours 2026 – Phsar Reatrey
Phnom Penh Night Market (Phsar Reatrey) is not a daily market — it runs only on weekend evenings along Sisowath Quay. Plan around these days so you don't arrive to a closed riverside.
Weekly schedule
The market opens Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings, roughly 17:00–23:00.
It is closed Monday to Thursday. On those nights the riverside promenade stays open, but the stalls and food court are not set up.
Why weekends only
The weekend-only format is what gives the market its scale — hundreds of stalls fill the central plaza and the riverside strip. A weekday visit means an empty square.
Best time to arrive
Stalls start setting up around 17:00 as it cools down, but the fullest atmosphere is 19:00–21:00, when the lights are on and the crowds build.
Arrive before 19:00 if you want to browse clothing and handicrafts before the food court gets busy.
Public holidays
On Cambodian public holidays the schedule can shift — the market may open an extra night or stay closed. Treat the times above as the regular pattern and confirm locally before a holiday visit. (Schedule checked October 2026.)
Opening hours FAQ
What are the opening hours?
Friday, Saturday and Sunday, about 17:00–23:00. Closed Monday to Thursday.
What time does it get busy?
The busiest, most atmospheric window is 19:00–21:00. Stalls begin opening from around 17:00.
Is it open on public holidays?
The regular pattern is weekend evenings, but Cambodian public holidays can change the schedule. Confirm locally before a holiday visit.
How long should I plan to stay?
Most visitors spend 1.5–2.5 hours — enough to walk the stalls, eat at the mat seating, and watch the riverside.