On December 12, SM Entertainment announced the “2025 SM Global Audition” to discover the next generation of K-pop stars. The auditions will take place in 17 cities across Korea, China, Japan, the U.S., and Canada. Join the audition and become the next K-pop star. Here are the details you must know.
SM Entertainment Announces 2025 SM Global Audition: Your Chance to Shine!
The global K-pop audition will officially kick off in January 2025 with stops in Seoul, Busan, Daegu, Daejeon, Jeonju, Gwangju, and Wonju.
Global Audition Schedule
Korea (January)
Cities: Seoul, Busan, Daegu, Daejeon, Jeonju, Gwangju, Wonju
China (February)
Cities: Chongqing, Guangzhou, Beijing, Shanghai
Japan (March)
Cities: Tokyo, Nagoya, Osaka, Fukuoka
North America
Los Angeles: May 3, 2025
Toronto: May 10, 2025
Pre-registration for the Korea, China, and Japan auditions is now live on the official audition website (global-audition.smtown.com). Pre-registration for the North American auditions will open on March 28.
Audition winners will get an opportunity to receive SM Entertainment’s renowned training and mentorship, with the potential to debut as a global K-pop star.
Who Can Apply to the “2025 SM Global Audition”?
Eligibility: Applicants born between 2005 and 2015
Open to all: Any gender and nationality
For more details, visit the official SM audition website or follow on Instagram @smaudition_official.
Don’t miss your chance to become the next K-pop star! Prepare yourself and showcase your talent in one of 17 cities across Korea, China, Japan, the U.S., and Canada. Your dream starts here—sign up now!
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