Vientiane Night Market by Chao Anouvong Park | Food & Hours
After sunset the red-roofed stalls beside the park merge into the largest night market in Vientiane, full of food, clothes and crafts.
Practical details below (hours, night-market times, fees and transport fares) are typical local values verified in October 2026. Opening times and prices may change, so please confirm on site before your visit.
Hours & atmosphere
Stalls begin setting up around 17:30–18:00 and wind down by roughly 22:30 every evening along the riverside promenade.
Food & drinks
Fresh juices and smoothies, Lao BBQ skewers, papaya salad and banana pancakes — most items run about 10,000–20,000 LAK.
Tips for visitors
Carry Lao kip in small notes (cards are rarely used at stalls), watch your belongings in crowds, and budget about 2,000–3,000 kip for public toilets.
Moments in the park
FAQ
What time does the Vientiane night market open? +
Stalls set up around 17:30–18:00 and usually wind down by about 22:30 every evening.
Is the night market free to enter? +
Yes — browsing is free; you only pay for the food, drinks and goods you buy.
What payment is accepted? +
Most stalls are cash only. Carry Lao kip; some accept Thai baht or US dollars but give change in kip at a loss. Cards are rarely usable.
Is the night market safe? +
Very safe and well lit with many local families. As in any crowd, keep an eye on your bag, phone and wallet.