The third weekend in May is  Arcanum's Annual Old Fashioned Days weekend. Residents and visitors from all over enjoy a weekend of events & shows, rides, booths, food, and conversation.

Located in downtown Arcanum, the event starts on Friday night and runs through 6pm on Sunday night. Saturday  features the Arcanum Fire Department Pancake & Sausage Breakfast, the Lion's Club Chicken BBQ and the parade. Sunday features the annual "Car Show".