First, clear up the outdated information
Search Helio Night Market and you may still find pages saying it is closed.
That comes from a real 2025 renovation closure.
Helio officially suspended the night market and several entertainment facilities in September 2025 for upgrades.
The current Helio website now lists Helio Night Market – B.Fair as an active attraction with hours of 17:00–23:00.
For 2026 planning, think of it as a renovated food + shopping + music + lifestyle market, not simply the old food market.
Location
01 Đường 2/9, Hải Châu, Đà Nẵng
It sits inside the Helio Center entertainment complex, south of the central riverfront area.
The atmosphere is more structured than the tourist-oriented stalls around Dragon Bridge.
Opening hours
Current official Helio information lists:
17:00–23:00
Event and live-performance schedules can vary by date.
Entry
The market itself is free to enter.
Food, games, shopping and certain experiences are paid separately.
Food is a major focus
Helio currently advertises roughly 130 food stalls.
The strength is not only variety but also the ability to sit down, eat and watch entertainment.
Vietnamese dishes
Common categories include:
- Mì Quảng
- Bánh xèo
- Nem lụi
- Bánh tráng nướng
- Noodle dishes
- Skewers
- Fried snacks
- Shellfish
- Tropical desserts and drinks
Ordering several small dishes works better than committing to one large meal immediately.
Seafood
Fresh seafood is another major draw.
Prawns, squid, clams, scallops and crab may be cooked with garlic butter, chili, lemongrass or tamarind.
Before ordering, confirm:
- Per plate or by weight
- Per 100g or per kilogram
- Whether cooking is included
- Whether sauces or extras cost more
Price ranges
There is no single official market-wide price list.
Recent 2026 travel guides commonly estimate about 15,000–100,000 VND per dish, while a larger seafood meal may run around 200,000–500,000 VND per person depending on what you order.
Treat these figures as budgeting references, not guaranteed prices.
BBQ, beer and music
One reason Helio feels different from a simple street market is its sit-down BBQ and beer atmosphere.
Visitors can eat grilled food, order drinks and spend time around live music or event areas.
For groups of friends, this can feel more like an evening entertainment venue than a quick market stop.
Live performances and seasonal events
Helio has regularly promoted live music, DJ/EDM nights, carnival-style shows, fire performances and seasonal festivals.
Not every program runs every night.
Weekends, summer periods and major holidays tend to have stronger event programming.
B.Fair shopping
The renovated market increasingly uses the B.Fair identity.
Helio describes it as a place where local culture intersects with art, fashion, food and contemporary entertainment.
Shopping may include:
- Accessories
- Fashion items
- Handicrafts
- Local-design products
- Bags
- Clothing
- Small decorative goods
It feels more lifestyle-focused than a traditional souvenir-only market.
Family-friendly setup
Because it is part of a larger entertainment complex, Helio can be convenient for families.
Nearby cinema and family-oriented entertainment make it easier to combine several activities in one evening.
Rainy nights
The market is not fully indoors.
Heavy rain can still disrupt the outdoor areas, but the surrounding complex gives visitors more shelter options than a completely open roadside market.
Best time to arrive
For a quieter start: 17:30–18:30
For the strongest atmosphere: 19:00–21:30
Arriving after 22:00 leaves a relatively short window before closing.
Photography
The market becomes more photogenic after 18:30, when signs, decorative lighting and stage areas are fully visible.
Seasonal festivals can change the appearance dramatically.
Payment
VND cash remains the simplest option for international visitors.
Useful notes include:
10,000 / 20,000 / 50,000 / 100,000 VND
Some stalls support Vietnamese QR payments, but these are not always convenient for foreign travelers.
Parking
Helio Center has designated parking access.
A recent official notice temporarily redirected vehicle access via 2/9 → Doãn Khuê → Nại Nam 2 because of surrounding roadworks.
Road conditions can change, so drivers should check current navigation and signs.
For tourists, Grab is usually easier.
Grab
Search for Helio Center or Helio Night Market.
Use the official address: 01 Đường 2/9, Hải Châu, Đà Nẵng.
Allow extra travel time during the evening rush.
How long to stay
Quick food visit: around 1 hour
Food + shopping + performance: 1.5–2.5 hours
Families combining other Helio activities may stay longer.
Helio vs Son Tra Night Market
Son Tra
- Near Dragon Bridge
- Strong tourist atmosphere
- Souvenirs and street-market walking
- Easy to combine with the Dragon Bridge show
Helio
- Inside an entertainment complex
- Stronger food focus
- More seating
- Live music and events
- B.Fair lifestyle and fashion elements
- Convenient for families and groups
Neither is universally “better”; they serve different evening plans.
Quick facts
Current name: Helio Night Market – B.Fair
Address: 01 Đường 2/9, Hải Châu, Đà Nẵng
Hours: 17:00–23:00
Entry: free
Main zones: food / seafood / BBQ / shopping / music / events
Food stalls: around 130 according to Helio
Best time: 19:00–21:30
Payment: VND cash is easiest
Important: older “closed” pages may refer to the 2025 renovation period
Final thoughts
Helio is better understood as a nighttime food-and-entertainment complex than a simple row of street stalls.
After the renovation, the B.Fair identity adds more fashion, local design, art and event programming around the core food market.
Arrive around 19:00, walk through the food area first, choose a place to eat, then explore shopping and performances.
Use the current official operating hours rather than stale closure information, and check the day’s event schedule if live entertainment is a priority.