A nighttime parade of giant puppets lights up the town of Siem Reap, Cambodia, every year. This event is considered the largest community art project in Southeast Asia.
Its aim is to promote Khmer culture, the arts, tourism, nature and the environment. The puppets are made by hundreds of children, helped by artists and educators. The NGOs involved take an active part in this project, which encourages collective work and gives underprivileged children access to art. The parade is linked to the renowned Cambodian visual arts and circus school Phare Ponleu Selpak (The Light of the Arts in Khmer).
The event has existed since 2007. The 2026 edition highlights Cambodian wildlife, rare and endangered species, and environmental conservation issues. This parade has become a cultural symbol of Siem Reap
Beyond showcasing Cambodia’s beauty, the parade raises its profile on the international stage.
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Cambodia, Siem Reap, 2026-04-13. Giant puppets street parade. Cambodge, Siem Reap, 2026-02-13. Défilé de marionnettes géantes.
Cambodia, Siem Reap, 2026-04-13. Giant puppets street parade. Cambodge, Siem Reap, 2026-02-13. Défilé de marionnettes géantes.
Cambodia, Siem Reap, 2026-04-13. Giant puppets street parade. Cambodge, Siem Reap, 2026-02-13. Défilé de marionnettes géantes.
Cambodia, Siem Reap, 2026-04-13. Giant puppets street parade. Cambodge, Siem Reap, 2026-02-13. Défilé de marionnettes géantes.
Cambodia, Siem Reap, 2026-04-13. Giant puppets street parade. Cambodge, Siem Reap, 2026-02-13. Défilé de marionnettes géantes.
Cambodia, Siem Reap, 2026-04-13. Giant puppets street parade. Cambodge, Siem Reap, 2026-02-13. Défilé de marionnettes géantes.
Cambodia, Siem Reap, 2026-04-13. Giant puppets street parade. Cambodge, Siem Reap, 2026-02-13. Défilé de marionnettes géantes.
Cambodia, Siem Reap, 2026-04-13. Giant puppets street parade. Cambodge, Siem Reap, 2026-02-13. Défilé de marionnettes géantes.
Cambodia, Siem Reap, 2026-04-13. Giant puppets street parade. Cambodge, Siem Reap, 2026-02-13. Défilé de marionnettes géantes.
Cambodia, Siem Reap, 2026-04-13. Giant puppets street parade. Cambodge, Siem Reap, 2026-02-13. Défilé de marionnettes géantes.
Cambodia, Siem Reap, 2026-04-13. Giant puppets street parade. Cambodge, Siem Reap, 2026-02-13. Défilé de marionnettes géantes.
Cambodia, Siem Reap, 2026-04-13. Giant puppets street parade. Cambodge, Siem Reap, 2026-02-13. Défilé de marionnettes géantes.
Cambodia, Siem Reap, 2026-04-13. Giant puppets street parade. Cambodge, Siem Reap, 2026-02-13. Défilé de marionnettes géantes.
Cambodia, Siem Reap, 2026-04-13. Giant puppets street parade. Cambodge, Siem Reap, 2026-02-13. Défilé de marionnettes géantes.
Cambodia, Siem Reap, 2026-04-13. Giant puppets street parade. Cambodge, Siem Reap, 2026-02-13. Défilé de marionnettes géantes.
Cambodia, Siem Reap, 2026-04-13. Giant puppets street parade. Cambodge, Siem Reap, 2026-02-13. Défilé de marionnettes géantes.
Cambodia, Siem Reap, 2026-04-13. Giant puppets street parade. Cambodge, Siem Reap, 2026-02-13. Défilé de marionnettes géantes.
Cambodia, Siem Reap, 2026-04-13. Giant puppets street parade. Cambodge, Siem Reap, 2026-02-13. Défilé de marionnettes géantes.
Cambodia, Siem Reap, 2026-04-13. Giant puppets street parade. Cambodge, Siem Reap, 2026-02-13. Défilé de marionnettes géantes.
Cambodia, Siem Reap, 2026-04-13. Giant puppets street parade. Cambodge, Siem Reap, 2026-02-13. Défilé de marionnettes géantes.
Cambodia, Siem Reap, 2026-04-13. Giant puppets street parade. Cambodge, Siem Reap, 2026-02-13. Défilé de marionnettes géantes.
Cambodia, Siem Reap, 2026-04-13. Giant puppets street parade. Cambodge, Siem Reap, 2026-02-13. Défilé de marionnettes géantes.
Cambodia, Siem Reap, 2026-04-13. Giant puppets street parade. Cambodge, Siem Reap, 2026-02-13. Défilé de marionnettes géantes.
Cambodia, Siem Reap, 2026-04-13. Giant puppets street parade. Cambodge, Siem Reap, 2026-02-13. Défilé de marionnettes géantes.