Zandari Festa

Zandari is a historic name for the area. Zandari means "small bridge," and its presence is still marked in local neighborhoods Seogyo-dong and Donggyo-dong, signifying the west and east sides of a stream that used to run through the area. Many streets and other place names take their name from Zandari, including West Bridge Live Hall which is a literal English translation of Zandari. The use of the name was intended to evoke a bridge that closes the gap between Korea and the outside world. "Festa" is a word commonly used in Korea for festival. ==Location==

The list of venues changes every year due to a high turnover rate of businesses in the area. The Hongdae area had been known as ground zero for Korea's indie music scene, but gentrification has weakened its prominence. ==Notable events==

Former Sex Pistols bassist Glen Matlock performed at Zandari 2018. In 2017, Elis Paprika became the first Mexican artist to perform at Zandari Festa, with a show at SangSang Madang. She went back to Zandari Festa in 2018, and performed at The Convent. Many Korean acts have made useful industry connections at the festival, being invited to play overseas festivals or signing record deals, including Busan's Say Sue Me and Daegu's Drinking Boys and Girls Choir. In 2013, K-pop group Crayon Pop made a surprise appearance, performing with metal band L.O.D. ==See also==