Buongiorno Ceramica – Kilns in Festival

The kilns of Impruneta become a stage

Buongiorno Ceramica – Kilns in Festival is the Impruneta stop of the major national event Buongiorno Ceramica, promoted by the Italian Association of Ceramics Cities in collaboration with the Municipality of Impruneta and local cultural organizations. For an entire weekend, the town's historic kilns, united under the C.A.T. (Artistic and Traditional Ceramics) brand, open their doors to the public and transform into lively hubs of creativity, where the ancient knowledge of terracotta meets contemporary arts.

A tradition that defines the town's identity

Located on the hills just a few kilometers from Florence, in the heart of the Florentine Chianti in Tuscany, Impruneta has been the capital of terracotta for centuries: the local clay, rich in galestro, has made Impruneta vases, jars, and roof tiles famous around the world. The event was created precisely to showcase this heritage from within, fostering a dialogue between master kiln-makers and artists, musicians, photographers, and performers.

The kilns take center stage

The historic kilns belonging to the C.A.T. brand open to the public:

• Terrecotte Pesci Giorgio & Figli – Via Chiantigiana per Ferrone
• Terrecotte Ricceri Sergio – Via di Fabbiolle
• Poggi Ugo Terrecotte – Via Imprunetana per Tavarnuzze
• Fornace Masini
• Fornace Carbone
• Antica Fornace Mariani – M.I.T.A.L.
• Fornace Artenova and Fornace Agresti

Art, performances, and workshops

The program offers about a dozen events spread across the area: live sculpture, painting, photography, contemporary art installations, folk music, dance, theater, poetry readings, workshops for children, and tastings of local products. The activities are curated by local artistic associations and involve citizens, families, enthusiasts, and visitors.

An event for the whole community

All events are free of charge: some workshops and evening shows (particularly at Fornace Agresti) require booking due to limited seating. The event is designed as a widespread town festival, capable of combining the promotion of artisan heritage with a rich cultural calendar accessible to everyone.