Upcoming Auctions
Backes Auctioneers is always busy looking for new auction opportunities!
Take an opportunity to learn more about any upcoming live or online auctions. Browse the auction details below to see the assets that will be up for auction across a variety of industries.
Nathan's Lakeside Grill
Online Auction
- 3/2/2026
- 10:00AM
- Viewing: March 1st from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
20845 Highway J5T
Moravia, IA, 52571
Nathan’s Lakeside Grill is selling a clean, well-maintained package of restaurant equipment ready for its next owner. The kitchen features a 72" commercial range by Southbend, a heavy-duty fryer from Pitco, and two holding cabinets by Alto-Shaam. There is also a stacked combi oven setup from Convotherm and a blast freezer by Delfield. Refrigeration includes one- and two-door coolers/freezers and an undercounter ice machine by Manitowoc. This auction also includes 5 nice outdoor picnic tables, Globe 20 quart mixer, 6' x 6' walk in freezer, American Dish Service dishwasher, Hatco conveyor toasters, & Regency sheet pan rack and so much more. The dining area offers an excellent seating package and a two-bowl slush machine by Bras, along with quality support items throughout. 18% buyers premium.
Allamakee Co. Farmland Auction
Online Auction
ONLINE ONLY - LAND AUCTION
- 3/3/2026
- 10:00AM
- Sellers: Janet Glady's Faust Etal
1057 Pole Line Road
Waukon, IA, 52172
This upcoming land auction offers an outstanding opportunity to purchase 147.69 surveyed acres of quality farmland, with over 138.51 acres considered tillable. The farm carries a strong 84.7 CSR rating, making it a highly productive and desirable investment for both operators and investors alike. The property is currently rented for the 2026 farming season, and the successful buyer will receive the 2026 crop year rents. The farm features some existing tile improvements; however, no tile maps are available. Located in a proven agricultural area, this tract offers long-term value, steady income potential, and excellent soil quality. Don’t miss this chance to acquire a well-maintained, income-producing farm at public auction. Notice to Buyer: Due to auction software limitations, the quantity is displayed as 147 acres. The final sale price of the land will be calculated using a multiplier of 147.69 acres on purchase agreement. Call for property disclosure packet
Amazing Warehouse Mother-Daughter Cart Systems
Online Auction
3 Complete Systems with Tuggers
- 3/4/2026
- 10:00AM
- Viewing: By appointment with seller
9201 Washington Avenue
Racine, WI, 53406
Warehousing and manufacturers look close! Offering three complete systems to include Tugger and Mother-Daughter Carts. Owners paid in excess of $500,000 for this system and hardly used them. Lots 1 and 2 will have 1 Tugger with less than 300 hours, 2 Mother carts and 75 Daughter carts. Lot 3 will have Tugger with 700+ hours and 1 Mother cart with 50 Daughter Carts. Amazing units in very nice condition. 18% online buyers fee. Wisconsin sales tax applies.
Digital Professional Studio & Photography Equipment Auction
Online Auction
Viewing: During normal business hours from 8 to 4:00 pm.
- 3/5/2026
- 10:00AM
- Backes Auction Center
6605 Dubuque Road
Raymond, IA, 50667
Don’t miss this upcoming auction featuring an outstanding lineup of high-end video and professional studio equipment. Highlights include two Panasonic AVCCAM recorders, premium Canon cameras, and a Selens Nordic N1 carbon fiber rail camera track slider. Lighting packages are headlined by four Kino Flo 4Bank lighting systems and two Kino Flo Diva-Lite 401 light kits, along with 15+ C-stands with multi-functional swivel head clamp holders and assorted light panel kits. This sale offers exceptional opportunities for professionals in audio, video, studio, and photography industries. An 18% buyer’s premium applies to all purchases.
Soda Fountain, Bar, Pizza & Restaurant Auction
Online Auction
Cilino's Italian Restaurant
- 3/9/2026
- 10:00AM
- Viewing: Sunday March 8th from 1:00 to 3:00 pm.
230 8th Avenue
Wellman, IA, 52356
Complete liquidation of an 80-seat ice cream parlor, bar, and restaurant. This auction features a rare 10-foot stainless steel soda fountain, a fabulous 10' Larkin exhaust hood w/ fans & fire system. Middleby Marshall PS360 pizza ovens, bottle cooler, prep tables, refrigeration units, and quality heavy-duty wood dining chairs and tables. Also selling two complete sets of parlor chairs and tables. Bring trucks and trailers for prompt removal. An 18% buyer’s premium applies to all purchases.
Complete Hotel Dispersal Online Auction
Online Auction
Former Hotel Fairfield
- 3/11/2026
- 10:00AM
- Viewing:
2200 West Burlington Avenue
Fairfield, IA, 52556
New owners are going to remodel the entire facility into a church and have no need for any of the items associated with running a full service hotel. This online auction will include a good line of commercial laundry equipment, 52 rooms full of furniture, microwaves, dorm fridges, room supplies, lobby furniture and decor, several hundred stack chairs, linens and pillows, 2 hoods, walk in cooler, ADS dish machine, dining and bar chairs, stainless tables, a 60' x 60' building packed with extra furniture sold in large lots, key card system with door locks and so much more! Over 800 total lots to be sold!
