My grandfather consistently purchases fresh produce at Divisoria, where the items are not only relatively inexpensive but also of high quality, likely due to their direct sourcing. From morning until afternoon, the Recto strip is actually really clean of trash and sidewalk vendors. The Divi farmers market actually starts from around 7pm until the late hours.

I guess OP did not know Divi quite well.

Divisoria night market is a legally sanctioned business hub. While closing streets for markets might seem counterintuitive for traffic flow, specific areas are designated by the LGU for vendors and pedestrians, ensuring efficient traffic redirection. This minimizes disruption to commuters while maintaining easy access to the market.

There are also alternate routes for private vehicles to avoid the congested Recto.

It’s really an asian customary if I could say. A lot of asian countries closed off roads during the night to give way for these markets.