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This study explores how tolerance is implemented through multicultural education at Assalaam Islamic Boarding School (Pesantren Assalaam) in Manado, a region where the majority of the population is Christian. The research focuses on three key aspects: 1) the concept of fostering tolerance, 2) the practice of promoting tolerance in a multicultural educational setting, and 3) the role of multicultural education in advancing tolerance. Using a qualitative descriptive approach, data was gathered through observation, interviews, documentation, and literature review. The analysis employed an interpretive and comparative method, incorporating both phenomenological and Islamic education approaches. The findings indicate that multicultural education at Assalaam Islamic Boarding School effectively promotes tolerance both conceptually and in practice. This is evident through its inclusive curriculum, pluralistic social interactions, and active involvement in broader community activities. Additionally, the implementation of multicultural education has strengthened relationships between the pesantren and the Christian community, fostering harmony and encouraging close social collaboration. These results underscore the effectiveness of multicultural education in enhancing social cohesion within a diverse society.