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.
Excellent Grill Line, Catering, & New Smallware Online Auction
Online Auction
September Food Service Auction
- 9/17/2025
- 10:00AM
- Viewing: Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM or by appointment with Backes Auctions at 319
6605 Dubuque Road
Raymond, IA, 50667
Don't miss an excellent opportunity to bid on some nice used & new equipment. Over 500 total lots. This auction features; Commercial refrigeration, raised rail pizza make tables, (2) Keating Mira Clean flat grills, Vulcan convection oven, flat grills, char grills, Hobart 20-quart mixer, Berkel meat tenderizer, Alto Shaam holding cabinets, Henny Penny holding cabinet, tilting brazing skillets, Stainless tables, equipment stands, audio related items including Corning fiber optic line tester, coffee brewers, 72" round banquet tables, Siesta seating, dining chairs, bar chairs, & hundreds of lots of new smallware's. 15% buyer's premium & 7% sales tax applies.
Fantastic Bar, Restaurant, Seating & Walk-in Coolers Auction
Online Auction
Americana Restaurant
- 9/22/2025
- 10:00AM
- Viewing: Sunday September 21 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm
1312 Locust Street
Des Moines, IA, 50309
After 10 successful years in business, the owners have decided to close this 250-seat bar and restaurant, offering an impressive selection of clean, well-maintained, and late-model bar and restaurant equipment. This auction features over 800 lots, including hundreds of kitchen and dining smallware's. Highlights include 2 walk in coolers, complete grill line, Alto Shaam cook & hold ovens, Dining & bar chairs, booths & tables. The list goes on. Everything will be sold regardless of price, so don’t miss your chance to bid and win. Get registered and start bidding today. A 15% buyer’s fee applies. Item removal will take place Tuesday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM and Wednesday from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
Guns - Ammunition - Concrete, Woodworking and Shop Equipment, Electrical, Lawn & Garden and More!
Online Auction
Great Lineup of Assets!
- 9/23/2025
- 5:00PM
- Viewing: Sunday, September 21st from 1 to 4 PM
923 6th Street NE
Independence, IA, 50644
In conjunction with Kastli Auction - ALL questions should be directed towards Backes Auctions now at 319.226.5830. This is all one persons assets being sold. This online auction will feature over 120 lots of guns and ammunition, concrete construction equipment with power screed, transit, saws, floats and more as well as woodworking and shop equipment. There will be tables saws, wood lathe, jointer/planer, tool boxes and benches, hand and power tools plus log splitters, tiller, snow blowers, ladders and NEW wire and electrical inventor and hardware. Over 500 lots! 15% online Buyers Fee.
Real Estate then Equipment - Prairie Creek Bar & Grill
Online Auction
- 9/24/2025
- 10:00AM
- Viewing: By appointment for real estate. Viewing for equipment: Tuesday, September 23rd from 1 to 3
116 Railroad Street East
Norway, IA, 52318
Selling for secured creditors. Offering Real Estate first and then selling all bar and restaurant equipment. 2,936 s/f building situated on .13 acres in downtown Norway, Iowa (does NOT include any equipment). Highlights of bar and kitchen equipment: bottle coolers, Glycol system, ice cuber, flat grill, fryers, convection oven, hood, upright freezer, stainless tables and sinks, some bar seating, decor items, TV's plus dining and support items. For real estate, a 10% buyers premium will be applied & a 15% buyers premium will be applied to food service & restaurant equipment.
Over 75 Newer and Vintage Arcade & Pinball Games - Service Trucks - Trailer - Cars & More
Online Auction
- 9/25/2025
- 10:00AM
- Viewing: Sunday, September 21st from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM
5240 Grand Ave.
Davenport, IA, 52807
Check out this amazing selection of vintage arcade games! This amazing offering is set to feature 75 vintage & newer arcade games to include: Street Fighter II, Pac-Man, a selection of Pinball games, Big Buck Hunter, Golden Tee, claw machines & so much more! This auction is also set to feature a fleet of work vehicles including a 2005 Ford F250 Super Duty Lariat Diesel 4 x 4, 2007 Chevy K2500 Silverado pickup, 2006 Toyota Tundra single cab pickup, 2014 Kia Cadenza Premium 4 door sedan & an American Hauler 12 ft enclosed trailer. You don't want to miss this one! Be sure to attend the viewing to appreciate this amazing collection. 15% buyer’s premium. Register early and start bidding today.
Daycare Cribs, Pre-School Tables & Chairs, Early Childhood Furniture & 12 PTAC Window Air Units Auction
Online Auction
Formally Blessed Sacraments Early Childhood Center
- 9/29/2025
- 10:00AM
- Viewing: Sunday Sept. 28th from 1:00 to 3:00 pm.
600 Staphan Avenue
Waterloo, IA, 50701
Blessed Sacrament has closed its Early Childhood Center and merged with the Columbus Catholic School system, prompting a complete liquidation of all remaining assets. This auction features a wide selection of early childhood equipment, including cribs, tables, chairs, cots, strollers, and various early development items—perfect for schools, daycare centers, or home use. Additionally, 12 window PTAC units will be offered, providing an excellent opportunity to heat or cool any room. Mark your calendar and plan to bid—everything will sell regardless of price. A 15% buyer’s fee applies.
