Un Mojito per la Vita

A toast that turns into solidarity

Un Mojito per la Vita has become the ritual that inaugurates the summer in Piancastagnaio, a medieval village on the slopes of Mount Amiata, in the province of Siena. For fourteen years, in mid-June, the green Campo di Fiera — the vast clearing of ancient chestnut trees in the upper part of the town, along the Via Grossetana — fills with music, lights, and the scent of mojitos for three evenings that mix celebration, remembrance, and generosity.

The story: in Enrico's name

The event was founded in 2012 in memory of Enrico Eugeni, a local firefighter who passed away prematurely at just fifty years old due to an illness. The initiative was championed by his friends and his nephews, Alessio and Valerio Sbrolli, with the support of the Contrada del Coro, to ensure that Enrico's smile and passion would continue to fill the town every year. Since then, the event has grown to involve the entire community and is now organized by the Pro Loco of Piancastagnaio.

Music, cocktails, and fun

The heart of the festival is the Campo di Fiera, which transforms for three days into a large open-air space with a stage, food and beverage area, and stalls. The evenings are marked by concerts and DJ sets spanning diverse genres — from grunge to britpop, hip hop to dance, electronic to trip hop, and pop to alternative rock — with themed nights that keep the crowd dancing until late at night. The signature mojitos and other cocktails are a must, accompanied by delicious food stands.

More than just music

Over the years, the program has been enriched with many side activities designed for all ages: rallies and stunt shows with the Motoclub Viking Division, sunset e-bike excursions on the trails of Mount Amiata, performances by champions like yo-yo champion Lorenzo Sabatini, concerts by groups such as Bandao and Be Folki, as well as workshops and entertainment. Committed to sustainability, the festival has long adopted compostable tableware in a plastic-free approach shared with the town's contrade.

A festival with a purpose

What makes Un Mojito per la Vita special is its charitable spirit: part of the proceeds from the evenings is donated to cancer research (AIRC Toscana). Toasting, dancing, and dining together thus becomes a concrete gesture of solidarity, in full harmony with Enrico's message. It is the perfect opportunity to discover Piancastagnaio and Mount Amiata at the beginning of the summer season, while waiting for the festivals of the four contrade that will enliven the village throughout July.