Thousands of Hawthorn fans have gathered at Glenferrie Oval to celebrate the team's grand final victory over Sydney.

The Hawks stunned the highly rated Swans, winning by 63 points to claim back-to-back flags.

The win is especially sweet for Hawks fans, coming after the departure of Lance Franklin last year and a season wracked by injury, illness and suspensions to key personnel.

The club has now won 12 premierships, with three coming in the past six years.

"We're just congratulating the boys getting around the family, the family club, it's just great to see," one supporter said.

"The sun's out, some Sydney weather in Melbourne today, so it's great."

Hawks fans at Glenferrie Oval eagerly await the arrival of their premiership team. ( ABC: Patrick Rocca )

Hawks players relax after their 2014 premiership win over Sydney. ( ABC: Patrick Rocca )

Hawks fans gather to celebrate the team's premiership win at Glenferrie Oval.