ADOR, HYBE’s independent label, has announced that it will be holding the 2026 ADOR BOYS GLOBAL AUDITION — in search of their new boy group across 11 cities. Online pre-applications begin today, March 3, 2026.
The audition is open to male applicants born in 2007 or later, of any nationality or place of residence. There are no restrictions on what applicants can showcase, and they are encouraged to demonstrate their talents.
Applicants may submit content highlighting their strengths in vocal, rap, dance, songwriting, vlogging, photography, and other creative areas.
“We aim to discover individuals with authentic charm and strong potential rather than those who simply follow trends,” ADOR says in a statement.
Here are the dates for the in-person auditions:
- Seoul – March 21
- Busan – March 22
- Singapore – March 28
- Osaka – April 4
- Tokyo – April 5
- Vancouver – April 10
- New York – April 10
- Toronto – April 12
- Los Angeles – April 12
- Sydney – April 18
- Melbourne – April 19
Online registration closes three days before each city’s audition date. Applicants who complete the online registration will have the opportunity to attend an in-person audition and meet the judges. Idol aspirants can apply here.
The 2026 edition of the audition follows last year’s 2025 ADOR Boys Global Audition, which carried the slogan “All Doors Open Right Here.” That audition was open to male applicants born in 2006 or later, regardless of nationality, and also allowed participants to showcase a wide range of talents.
