Harry Potter is, on the surface, a series about a boy who doesn't have a family. He is an orphan and an only child, and while he lives with relatives, they are incredibly cruel to him in every way. Once he discovers the wizarding world and Hogwarts, his story becomes about friendship and love (and good vs evil, of course), and his status as an orphan - The Boy Who Lived - is always central to his story.
Despite this, family is a surprisingly large part of Harry Potter. Whether it is the Weasleys themselves (the biggest family in the central figures), Dumbledore's history with his siblings, or Sirius's hatred of his own family, it's a theme that runs throughout - and often involves heartwarming moments for fans.
Arthur's Reaction To The Kids Taking The Car
When Fred, George, and Ron steal their father's flying Ford Anglia to rescue Harry one summer, the reaction when they return to the Burrow is beautiful. Molly is furious and rails at her own sons, but is kind and motherly to Harry, and when Arthur hears about it, he has to pretend not to be as thrilled as his sons. It's a picture of a (slightly stereotypical) family dynamic, and it's funny, simple, and sweet.
Narcissa Lying To Voldemort To Save Draco
It may be hard to associate 'wholesomeness' with the Malfoys, but there is little doubt that Narcissa loves Draco deeply, and would do anything for her son. In The Deathly Hallows, she checks on Harry after Voldemort hits him with the killing curse - and had she told the truth at this point, everything would have ended completely differently. However, she chooses to lie to Voldemort about Harry's death, in order to rescue her own son. It may be selfishly motivated, but there is no denying that it was powerful evidence of her overwhelming care for her own family.
Neville's Grandmother Becoming Proud Of Him
Throughout the series, Neville lives in fear of his strict Grandmother - although he isn't quite so frightened of her clothes, which he actually uses to help defeat a Boggart in class! However, it's clear that Neville's Grandmother is a frightening figure in his life, and he is lacking in self-esteem early on. In the end, though, when Neville's Grandmother sees how brave Neville is, how much of a fighter he has become, she loudly declares her pride for him. It may only happen in the books, but it was enough to bring a tear to the reader's eye.
The Deleted Scene Where Petunia Grieves For Lily
Another scene that didn't make it into the film (although it was actually shot, just cut after filming) shows the Dursleys leaving Privet Drive - and Petunia reminding Harry that when his mother was killed, she lost her own sister.
It's a rare moment of humanity for the character, and one that reminds the audience that she is truly Harry's family, and has her own grief. Coupled with Dudley's final goodbye, and insistence that he actually did like Harry all along, it's the only moment for Harry and the Dursleys that is actually quite sweet.
The First Time Harry Gets Christmas Presents
During his first Christmas at Hogwarts, Harry wakes up to find presents at the foot of his bed - and while Ron is nonplussed (what else would happen at Christmas?) Harry is absolutely delighted. He has never been given Christmas presents before. And while this is a distinctly non-wholesome moment in terms of Harry's previous family life, seeing how Molly immediately takes Harry in and treats him as one of her own is incredible.
Harry's Arrival At Grimmauld Place
Harry's summer at Grimmauld Place is a study in family dynamics. From Harry yelling at Hermione and Ron (and Fred & George swinging in to tease him about his anger) to the Order meetings and the ways that the kids try and listen in, to summer chores, to Harry hearing about Sirius's childhood and extended family, almost all of it is family moments. Some, clearly, are more wholesome - and some are more sad - but all of these scenes make it feel as though Harry really does have an extended family of his own.
Sirius And Harry Connect
One of the saddest deaths in the franchise is that of Sirius Black, especially as Harry saw him as a father-figure. However, they had some incredibly wholesome scenes together.
Sirius was able to connect with his Godson - whether in his animagus form, accompanying him to the train station, or as the person that Harry could write to with his fears.
Fred & George's 'Family Pricing' At Weasley's Wizard Wheezes
Fred and George are undoubtedly the funniest duo in the series, and a lot of their humor comes from their dynamic with the rest of their family. Within this, possibly their best (and most relatable) moment is when they have opened Weasley's Wizard Wheezes, and Ron wants some of their products. He thinks that he should get a discount, but asking for one ends up with the twins just upping the price for him... because they are brothers. It's hilariously accurate, and a bright spot at a time in the franchise when things are getting dark.
Harry & His Parents In The Forbidden Forest
Harry manages to have a few moments 'with' his parents, despite their death. He sees them when he duels Voldemort in the graveyard, when he gets their photos as a gift, and when he looks into the Mirror of Erised. However, his most wholesome moment with them comes with his use of the resurrection stone. Here, he gets a real chance to speak with them, unhurried. He get reassurance, affection, love - all the things that he has been lacking since childhood. It may not be as 'real' as having them living, but it's still tear-jerkingly sweet.
The Final Flash Forward
The final scene of the franchise, as the adult versions of the Golden Trio stand on Platform 9 3/4 to wave their own children off on the Hogwarts Express, may not be a beloved one for every fan, but it's an undeniably wholesome end to the series. Harry becomes a good father, able to do all the things for his son that his own father wasn't able to do for him, and it's a wonderful moment to end the series.