Silent & live auctions

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It is no secret that an integral part of nonprofit fundraisers like this usually include some type of auction.  The Cowboy Ball will have a silent auction that will be open upon guest arrival and then a live auction that will feature larger items just after dinner and right before The Palomino Band takes the stage.

We'd greatly appreciate any donations of these items and the earlier you commit to doing so, the more exposure we can provide on social media and to confirmed guests.

Sample of Live Auction Items:

· VIP experiences 

· Electronics packages (new tablet, televisions, speakers, cameras, etc.)

· Event tickets (live music, sporting events, music festivals, etc.)

· Big ticket travel (airfare, hotel, food credits, etc.)

· Dinner with a CEO and company swag

· Boat cruise

· Staycation

· Hot air balloon ride

· Hunting trips

Sample of Silent Auction Items:

· Themed basket packages (picnic, date night, regional food/wine, spa day, etc.)

· Arts and culture (night at the theater, artist meet/greet, book club package, etc.)

· Local business spotlight packages (restaurants, gyms, boutiques, auto shops, breweries, etc.)

· Artwork

· Cooking lessons from a local chef

· Tasting menu at a top local restaurant

· Private photoshoots

· Memorabilia

· Catering

· Hobby kits

· Landscaping

· Meal kit delivery service

· Auto detailing and oil changes

2026 Live Auction Items:

Van Wall - John Deere Pedal Tractor

Busch Light of Mason City - Busch Light Farming & Ranching Neon

MC Fireplace & Grills - Broilmaster B Series Griddle

MC Fireplace & Gtrills - Nexfire 50" Electric Linear Fireplace

Warrior Roughcuts - (2) Hand-carved Wooden Flags

Stick Stecker - Treehouse Adventure

Brian Carlson & IA State University - IA State Cyclones AD Suite

Wade Humphrey &  Ventura Locker - (2) Half Hog & Processing

Best Western - Pool Party Package

Hoover's Hatchery - Mystery Cooler

Perkins - 1 French Silk Pie & 1 Caramel Apple Pie

2026 Silent Auction Items:

Rice Rodeo Gift Basket

Surf Ballroom - Concert Package

Connoissuer Media - Twins Tickets

NI Bulls/MC Toros - Suite Rental & 23 Tickets

Napa - Car Wash Kit & Hats

Advance Auto Parts - Armorall Wash Bucket

Stadheim Jewlers - Sterling Silver Bracelet

Tractor Supply - 2 Yeti Cups

Historic Park Inn - 1 Night Stay in the King Park View

Wayne's Ski & Cycle - Ebike Rentals

The Stray Tabby Crafter - His & Her's Cowboy Ball Tumblers

Dale Winter - His & Her's Fair Tumblers

Sublimaze Tumblerz & More - 2 Coffee Themed Tumblers

Caribou Coffee - Gift Basket

Diamond Jo Casino - (3) 1 Night Stay & $50 Gift Certificate

Cindy Higgins - (2) Bath & Body Works Gift Baskets & (1) Olive Garden Gift Basket

To Hell N Back Promotions - Merchandise

Arnold Motor Supply - Vehicle Detailing Kit

Unique Boutique - 1 Women's Gift Basket & 1 Kid's Gift Basket

Good Nature's Work Stop - Men's Gift Basket

North Iowa Golf - Cleveland HB Soft 2 Putter 

Gift Certificates donated for silent auction:

Aamco

Sevens Steakhouse

Mason City Tire Service

LD's Filling Station

Z'Mariks Noodle Cafe

Lillie Mae Chocolates

Cookies Etc

Brew 421

Powder Street Pizza

Jimmy Johns

Pizza Ranch

Blue Herron Bar & Grill

Burke's Bar & Grill

Pancheros

Lake View Pub 

McDonalds

Casey's General Store

Fleet Farm

Tech Meds

Sugar Stash