Teenagers are waking up after the first night of Schoolies celebrations looking a little worse for wear as the sun rose over the Gold Coast on Sunday morning.
Thousands of school leavers descended on the Surfers Paradise party strip to party, celebrating the end of their school years and finishing the dreaded HSC.
And it seemed the high school graduates made the most out of the night, with many swimming and partying well into the early hours – and some even falling asleep on the beach.
Too tired to make it home, one teen boy simply lay down on the beach and slept off a huge night of partying beside the ocean
Night one of Schoolies celebrations appeared too much for a few teenagers, who decided to have a quick sleep on the sand
Six amused boys returned to the beach on Sunday morning to snap photographs of their friend, who is still asleep in the sand
Anywhere is a good spot for a nap for this group of friends, including a bench and the ground outside a Starbucks coffee shop
Two friends cuddle up and pose for a beachside photograph during the first night of Schoolies celebrations on the Gold Coast
Plenty of revelers were spotted leaning on the shoulders of support workers and volunteers from the Schoolies Support Team
One reveller looked particularly disgruntled as he returned to the beach the next morning in his bathrobe and Mexican hat
Shoes came off as party goers ditched the festivities for a late night swim, despite the earlier rain and cold temperatures.
Other partygoers were spotted leaning on the shoulders of support workers and volunteers helping to keep the teenagers safe.
Agencies such as the police, the dog squad, mounted police, Red Frogs Australia and State Emergency Services were all on hand to help out.
While many of the teens were dressed in shorts, singlets and crop tops, two young men opted to wear mankinis instead.
Team of police were on hand all night to ensure party goers were kept safe, seen here checking in with one happy young girl
While many of the teens were dressed in shorts, singlets and crop tops, two young men opted to wear ‘Borat’ mankinis instead
A brief downpour didn’t dampen the spirits of the partying teeangers, who staying out well into the night despite the deluge
Thousands of teens flocked to the festivities to celebrate the end of their schooling years by dancing and singing with friends
Thousands packed into the event to celebrate their final school year with music and dancing.
Rainfall and cold temperatures threatened to spoil the festivities but the teenagers appeared unfazed by the gloomy weather.
Revealing crop tops, tight singlets and denim miniskirts were all popular with the teens as they spilled out onto the streets ready to let their hair down.
One party goer braved the chilly water while still fully dressed and with phone in hand as the Schoolies celebrations wore on
Shoes came off as party goers ditched the festivities for a late night ocean swim, despite the rain and lowering temperatures
Over 20,000 teenagers hit Surfers Paradise for a week of celebrations – the most popular schoolies location in Queensland
Delighted at having completed their final school year, the laughing happy crowd sang along and cheered at a live music event
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.
Crop tops, singlets and miniskirts were all popular with the teens, who descended on the Gold Coast for the upcoming week
Tight singlets, min-shorts, skirts and bodycon dresses were a favourite fashion choice among the girls at Schoolies in 2017
Two girls snapped a cheeky picture of their behinds as they sat in their daringly cut swimsuits with a stunning view of the bay
Two girls pose with drinks in hand before they headed out to party as night one of Schoolies 2017 kicked off on the Gold Coast
Hundreds of selfies were snapped before revelers descended on the beach side festivities including parties and live music
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.
Earlier in the day, plenty of teenagers were farewelled at airports and hotels, 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
These friends gave a quick kiss at the hotel, with toilet paper and plenty of groceries in hand, before the party officially began
Year 12 graduates and festival goers were seen checking into the event, carrying their official passes and smiling for a picture
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 was no stopping the party atmosphere once the sun went down.
Mums and dads were spotted helping their soon-to-be adult children carry their luggage into the hotels and through airports
Thanks Dad! Parents were spotted helping their kids stock up on all the Schoolies week essentials, such as beer and mixers
While the weather appeared dreary in both Sydney and the Gold Coast, this trio looked packed and ready to hit the coast
Year 12 graduates and festival goers were seen checking into 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.
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.
Revellers were seen celebrating on the beach all night long and into the morning, with one boy doing a celebratory handstand
Agencies such as the police, the dog squad, mounted police, Red Frogs Australia and State Emergency Services were on hand