Digos Night Market

Modern Street Food Stop

The Kahugpong Night Market is more organized than the scattered street setups of the past. Located along Diversion Road, right next to the Digos City New Bus Terminal and the DTI building, it is the city’s most accessible late night food stop. The layout is clean and efficient, with rows of stalls under uniform tarps and communal dining areas with plastic tables and chairs set out on the pavement.

The market draws a mixed crowd: students, tricycle drivers, office workers, and travelers passing through the Davao Cotabato corridor. Its proximity to the bus terminal makes it the standard "first meal" or "last stop" for those moving across southern Mindanao. The atmosphere is lively and communal, often filled with background music and the sounds of arriving buses.

A Menu of Local Staples and 2026 Trends

The night market sells both classic Mindanaoan food and new street snacks. The "sugba" (grill) stalls are popular, with pork barbecue and chicken isaw for ₱15 to ₱30.

You can also find "proven," which is deep fried chicken. It is usually served with spicy vinegar.

In 2026, new foods like Shanghai Fried Siopao (pan fried buns) and Korean corn dogs are popular. For a heavier meal, pastil (rice with chicken or fish flakes) is the most affordable option. People often buy it with lemonade from stalls like Chris & Ramon’s.

Food Safety and Management

A 2026 indexed academic study on the hygiene and sanitary practices of street vendors at the Digos Night Market has given the place an unusual reputation for food safety awareness. The research reflects a local government push to certify vendors who meet specific cleanliness standards. For visitors who are cautious about informal markets, this ongoing management provides some reassurance. Regular waste collection and municipal marshals keep the market orderly even during the peak weekend rush.

Practical Visit Notes 2026

The night market typically opens at 4:00 PM and runs until 10:00 PM daily. If you want the full variety of stalls, aim to arrive between 7:00 PM and 9:00 PM.

Some larger stalls are starting to experiment with QR payments, but the market remains mostly cash only, so bring small bills. Most food items are priced for a "mass" audience, meaning you can have a full dinner for under ₱200.

If it rains, the market stays active, but the seating areas can get crowded as people huddle under the sturdier overhead covers. There is no entrance fee, and the area is well lit and secure.

It works well as a lowland ending to an itinerary that includes daytime trips to the Digos highlands like Kapatagan or Camp Sabros. The market works as an evening ending after a highland Kapatagan trip or a morning/afternoon visit to the eco park.

Getting There

Reaching the market is straightforward from any point in the city center. A shared tricycle ride is the most common method, with fares ranging from ₱15 to ₱30 depending on the distance.

Simply tell the driver you are heading to the "Kahugpong Night Market" or the "New Bus Terminal." For travelers arriving by bus from Davao City or Cotabato, the market is literally a few steps away from the terminal gates.

This convenience makes it an ideal spot to kill time during a long layover or to grab a quick, authentic meal before heading to your final destination in the province. The market follows the Mindanao provincial city street food pattern: grilled items, rice meals, skewers, soups, beverages, and plastic seating on pavement or sidewalk.