American Idol Audition Tour Kicks Off at ESPN Wide World of Sports August 25

The search for the next American Idol is starting at Disney World this year.

On Saturday August 25, ABC’s “American Idol” will begin its 20+ city tour for the next star at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex.

Early arrival is encouraged, with the parking lot opening at 4 a.m. and registration starting at 7 a.m.

Here are the rules:

• No overnight camping
• Applicants must be at least 15 years old
• 1 guest over the age of 5 is allowed

• All singers must be at least 15 years old to audition.

Guest judges will not be on-site but Season 1’s winner Maddie Poppe, runner-up Caleb Lee Hutchinson and finalist Catie Turner will be making a special appearance.

In addition to in-person auditions, hopefuls can submit audition videos online via www.americanidol.com/auditions or by showing off their talents via Instagram, Facebook, Twitter or Musical.ly using the hashtag #TheNextIdol.