The first night of Schoolies celebrations have kicked off on the Gold Coast, as 20,000 year 12 graduates get ready to party.
Rainfall and cold temperatures threatened to spoil the festivities but the teenagers appeared unfazed by the gloomy weather in Queensland.
Revealing crop tops, tight singlets and denim miniskirts were all popular with the teenagers as they spilled out onto the streets ready to let their hair down.
Night one of Schoolies 2017 has begun on Saturday, with many teenagers dressed in short skirts and crop tops despite the cloudy weather
Tight singlets and bodycon dresses were a favourite fashion choice among the girls at Schoolies 2017
Two girls snapped a cheeky picture of their behinds as they sat in their daringly cut swimsuits
Tight singlets and bodycon dresses were a favourite among the girls, as party goers posed in the hotels before the night began.
Two girls snapped a cheeky picture of their behinds as they sat in their daringly cut swimsuits.
Plenty of selfies were snapped before revelers descended on the beach side festivities.
Two girls pose with drinks in hand as night one of Schoolies 2017 kicks off on the Gold Coast
Nude and denim appear to be a favourite fashion choice for Schoolies this year
Plenty of selfies were snapped before revelers descended on the beach side festivities
The gloomy weather didn’t stop party-goers dressing down in shorts and crop tops
More than 20,000 Year 12 graduates are expected to turn up at the festivities this year, which is set to go for a week.
Plenty of young adults were farewelled at airports today and hotels today, as parents helped set them up with the essentials.
Cartons of drinks were the number one item on the list it seemed, with parents helping to cart the beverages.
Over 20,000 school leavers are expected to hit the Gold Coast for Schoolies 2017, with parents on hand to farewell their kids on Saturday
These friends gave a quick kiss at the hotel, with toilet paper in hand, before the party begins
Year 12 graduates and festival goers were seen checking in to the event, carrying their official passes
Cartons of drinks were the number one item on the list it seemed, with parents helping to cart the beverages
Food and toilet paper were next, as the week-long celebrations may be the first time away from home for many of the teenagers.
Mums and dads were spotted helping their soon-to-be adult children carry their luggage into hotels and through airports.
While the weather on Surfers Paradise appeared cloudy during the day, there will be no stopping the party atmosphere once the sun goes down.
Thanks Dad! Parents were spotted helping their kids stock up on all the essentials, such as beer and mixers
Carrying their luggage through the event, these two young adults look set for a Schoolies 2017
The week-long celebrations may be the first time away from home for many of the teenagers
While the weather appeared dreary in both Sydney and the Gold Coast, this trio looked packed and ready to go
Year 12 graduates and festival goers were seen checking in to the event, carrying their official passes.
Many stopped to chat to the dozens of volunteers on hand at Schoolies, to ensure the safety of the young adults.
Agencies such as the police, the dog squad, mounted police, Red Frogs Australia and State Emergency Services will all be on hand to help out and keep patrons safe across the events.
Last year there were 62 revellers arrested in the first week of Schoolies on the Gold Coast, with 37 in 2015 and 131 in 2014, ABC reports.
Mums and dads were spotted helping their soon-to-be adult children carry their luggage into hotels and through airports
Agencies such as the police, the dog squad, mounted police, Red Frogs Australia and State Emergency Services will all be on hand to help out
All packed and ready to go, this group of friends make their way to their accommodation for Schoolies 2017
Schoolies celebrations officially kick off in Queensland on Saturday, with similar events in NSW and Victoria beginning on November 25.
While plenty of party goers will keep the Schoolies tradition alive in Queensland, many graduates are opting for overseas travel.
While Bali and Thailand have long been an overseas alternative, Europe has topped the list for international travel insurance quotes among Year 12 graduates.
Around 27 per cent of graduates are heading to the region, News.com.au reports.
Schoolies celebrations officially kick off in Queensland on Saturday, as event volunteers help school leavers get set up for the festivities
While the weather may have dampened clothes, it is sure to do nothing to the party atmosphere
Some school leavers celebrating their end-of-year freedom are opting to head overseas rather than party in Australia