Harmonization of Socio-Cultural Interaction in the Free Meal Tradition for Visitors to the Kwan Sing Bio Temple in Tuban, East Java, Indonesia

The free meal tradition at the Kwan Sing Bio Temple in Tuban is a social practice that reflects the values ​​of local wisdom, solidarity, and interfaith harmony in Indonesian society. In addition to serving as a place of worship, the temple serves as a medium for social interaction for individuals from various religious, cultural, and economic backgrounds. This article aims to explore the dynamics of behavior, meaning, and the meaning of behavior in this tradition through a sociological approach within the framework of Max Weber’s theory of social action. Data were collected through participant observation, in-depth interviews, and document analysis. The results show that this tradition not only strengthens social solidarity but also creates social harmony across religions and cultures. Temple managers interpret this tradition as a form of social responsibility and a manifestation of religious values, while the surrounding community interprets it as a symbol of hospitality, tolerance, and togetherness. This article provides practical recommendations for promoting social harmony through inclusive local traditions based on local wisdom. This research is academically and practically relevant and can serve as a reference for developing similar models in other regions to strengthen social solidarity amidst diversity.