El Paso Honors Hometown Artist Krystall Poppin with Community Parade

The celebration recognizes Poppin's impact on music, culture, and hometown pride.

Jan. 31, 2026 at 1:47pm

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El Paso residents gathered to celebrate local artist and community figure Krystall Poppin with a parade and community bazaar honoring her influence on music and her role in representing El Paso. The event comes after the city officially designated January 27 as 'Krystall Poppin Day' to recognize her contributions.

Why it matters

Krystall Poppin is a prominent figure in the El Paso community, known for her music and community involvement. The parade and celebration highlight the city's support for local talent and the importance of uplifting hometown artists and their impact.

The details

The celebration included a parade in Northeast El Paso followed by a fundraising bazaar at Our Lady of Assumption Church. Poppin recently performed her original song 'The Moment' in Puerto Rico, and the event was described as a call to action to show up for local talent and remind the world that El Paso 'raises stars'.

  • The parade and bazaar took place on Saturday, January 31, 2026.
  • El Paso City Council officially designated January 27 as 'Krystall Poppin Day'.

The players

Krystall Poppin

A local artist and community figure in El Paso, known for her music and community involvement.

Zerelda Gallego

The event organizer who encouraged community members to attend and celebrate Krystall Poppin.

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What they’re saying

“This is more than a parade—it's a call to action. It's about showing up for our own, celebrating local talent, and reminding the world that El Paso raises stars.”

— Organizers

The takeaway

The celebration of Krystall Poppin highlights the importance of supporting and uplifting local artists and community figures, especially those who have made a significant impact on their hometown's culture and pride.