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El Paso and Las Cruces Celebrate New Year with Iconic Drops

KVIA••Emma Hoggard
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The Borderland welcomed 2026 with two vibrant celebrations: El Paso's Star Drop at San Jacinto Plaza and Las Cruces' Chile Drop. The Star Drop featured live music and entertainment, culminating in the iconic star descent at midnight, with attendees expressing that this year's event surpassed last year's. Meanwhile, the Chile Drop in Las Cruces, where ABC-7's Iris Garcia Barron served as Grand Marshal, showcased a giant chile that lit up green. Both events were well-attended and highlighted the community spirit of the region as they ushered in the new year.

Key Details: • El Paso's Star Drop took place at San Jacinto Plaza. • Las Cruces' Chile Drop featured a giant chile that lit up green. • Both events included live music and entertainment leading up to midnight.

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