What will happen after previews are over? Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana will open to the public on October 16. By that time Cast Member, DVC, and Annual Passholder Previews will have wrapped up. So what happens next? There is a good chance that there will be soft openings. These may or may not be announced ahead of time. If you’re at Epcot and it’s a few days before October 16, wander over to World Nature and see if guests are being allowed in. Who knows, you might be able to experience the new attraction before it officially opens.