Police say they are pleased with overall crowd behaviour following this year's Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade.
More than 1000 police were on patrol across the parade route and surrounding areas on Saturday night and Sunday morning.
More than 12,000 parade participants and 185 floats made their way along Liverpool, Oxford and Flinders Streets in the 39th Mardi Gras parade, with rain not dampening the enthusiasm of those attending.
Acting Assistant Commissioner Tony Crandell, the policing operation's commander, said in a statement police had worked closely with event organisers to ensure a safe and successful night for everyone involved.
"I'm pleased to report this was achieved with few exceptions," he said.
"While there were a minority who refused to heed police advice, they were quickly identified and dealt with accordingly."
Police arrested a small number of people for offences including assault, malicious damage, drug possession and refusing to comply with police directions.
More than 50 searches of people were conducted with the assistance of the dog squad at the parade's after party, leading to 15 arrests for alleged drug possession and three people being charged for supplying illicit drugs.
Ambulance paramedics took about 30 people to hospital, with alcohol and drugs playing a significant role in a number of cases, police said.
