Chewelah is a regional hub for culture, recreation and history. Attractions include:
- a microbrewery, eateries, a bakery and a variety of shopping choices
- a performing arts center, a gallery
- a large park with a creek running through it
- a museum, a Historical Walk
- an award-winning Farmer’s Market
- Chewelah Chataqua, an annual arts and music fest in July that draws over 40,000
- 49 North Ski & Snowboard Resort is 10 miles east of Chewelah