El Campo is gearing up for its 37th Annual Christmas Parade tonight at 7 p.m., featuring Santa Claus as the star. Themed “A Christmas Story,” the event will showcase 61 floats, led by the American Legion 251 and Grand Marshal retired Gunnery Sgt. Andrew Merta, a Marine veteran who once served in Ronald Reagan’s secret service. Military vehicles, local schools, and decorated firetrucks will light up the route. The parade concludes with the Christmas tree lighting at Evan’s Park. Bring chairs and umbrellas; light rain is possible