This study is aimed to describe the model and management of Surau-based education expected by people of Minangkabau in facing the globalization era. This study employed a mixed-method approach. The intended data obtained from 12 Surau located in some regencies in Luhak Nan Tigo (Tanah Datar, Agam, Limapuluh Kota) and some regencies outside Luhak Nan Tigo (Padang, Solok, Sawahlunto, Padangpariaman, Pasaman). The data obtained through structured interviews were analyzed by percentage, while the data obtained through in-depth interviews were analyzed by sorting the data and compiling them according to the objectives, the results of which were then narrated. The findings of this study as follows: (1) the challenges of socio-cultural changes that are caused by the process of globalization, which in turn can threaten the existence of the philosophy of "Adat Basandi Syarak, Syarak Basandi Kitabullah", it is necessary to carry out educational activities that are contextualized to Minangkabau culture; (2) educational activities of Surau need to be viewed as non-formal and informal education activities; (3) the model of surau based education in facing the globalization era is expected to be an interesting and comprehensive center of community learning; (4) surau as an educational institution, it necessary to have the planning, organizing, implementation, supervision, and evaluation based on management principles.