>> Updated September, 2026
October 15–18, 2026
Make the most of MEA Weekend with a fall getaway to the Brainerd Lakes Area! October 15–18, 2026, is the perfect opportunity to pack up the family, enjoy the fall season and spend a few days exploring everything the Lakes Area has to offer.
Find MEA Weekend lodging availability and special offers from area resorts, hotels, cabins and more. Whether you’re planning a relaxing lakeside stay or a weekend filled with family adventures, find your place to stay and start planning your MEA Weekend getaway.
Looking for a place to stay in the for MEA Weekend? Explore current availability from Brainerd Lakes Area lodging properties for October 15–18, 2026.
35287 County Road 3, Crosslake, MN 56442
Reservations: (218) 656-0613
306 Lemieur Street SE, Little Falls, MN 56345
Reservations: (320) 412-3286
9252 Breezy Point Drive, Breezy Point, MN 56472
Reservations: (218) 562-7970
2026 MEA WEEKEND DEAL: When you book Friday and Saturday night, add Thursday for just $150 and receive a $50 resort credit to use on food, beverages, the spa, and more! Valid for new reservations only.
11000 Craguns Drive, Brainerd, MN 56401
Reservations: (800) 272-4867
23521 Nokomis Ave, Nisswa, MN 56468
Reservations: (866) 801-2951
21831 Gull Lake Drive Nisswa MN 56468
Reservations: (218) 656-6965
2026 FALL SPECIAL:
September through October:
2 nights — 10% off; 3 nights — 15% off; 4+ nights — 20% off
37186 Heath Dr, Pine River, MN 56474
Reservations: (763) 344-2126
2026 MEA WEEKEND DEAL:
Cabins 1-7 $200/night; Cabin 8-14 $250/night; Cabin 15&16; $300/night
Please text 763-344-2126 to reserve with discount.
15739 Audubon Way, Baxter, MN 56425
Reservations: (218) 824-3232
6967 Lake Forest Rd, Baxter, MN 56425
Reservations: (218) 822-5634
6208 Wilderness Rd, Pequot Lakes, MN 56472
Reservations: (218) 568-5642
2026 MEA WEEKEND DEAL:
Book two nights, get the third FREE.
15596 Woodland Beach Lane, Deerwood, MN 56444
Reservations: (218) 866-0711
This is not an exhaustive list of all of our lodging members. To see the full list of lodging partners, visit our lodging page on ExploreBrainerdLakes.com.
We make every effort to provide up to date availability, but lodging openings can fill and change quickly.
Make the Brainerd Lakes Area your home base for MEA Weekend! Book your stay, take advantage of available lodging deals and spend the long weekend enjoying fall adventures, local attractions, great food and plenty of family time. Start planning now and make the most of MEA Weekend in the Brainerd Lakes Area.
