[4] When the First Indochina War broke out in Hanoi in early 1947, a fierce struggle between Việt Minh and French forces took place in the area of the market on February 14.

[9] Nowadays, the market is run by the Đồng Xuân Shareholding Company (Công ty cổ phần Đồng Xuân),[4] its three stories are divided into stalls for wholesale and small traders who sell clothes or household goods, foodstuffs of every kind from fresh vegetables to Vietnamese dishes are also found at the rear of the market.

Đồng Xuân Market's busy trading activities have raised concerns about its pollution, which could be harmful to the health of people living in the area.

[14][15] For this reason, Đồng Xuân night market is considered efficient way to preserve and propagate the values of the traditional culture of Vietnam.

[16] Besides the commercial activities, Đồng Xuân Market is also a frequent destination for tourists during their visit to Hanoi, where they can find gifts or souvenirs for themselves or their family or friends.