The 1895–96 Irish Cup was the 16th edition of the Irish Cup, the primary knockout football (soccer) competition in Ireland at the time. Organized by the Irish Football Association (IFA), the tournament featured clubs predominantly from what is now Northern Ireland, as the football structure in Ireland remained unified until partition in the early 20th century.
The competition culminated in a final match that was played in 1896. Distillery won the tournament, defeating their opponents in the final. Specific details regarding the score, venue, and participating teams beyond the finalists are not provided due to limitations in accessible verified historical records.
The Irish Cup is recognized as one of the oldest national cup competitions in world football, having been inaugurated in the 1880–81 season. During the 1895–96 season, the competition followed a regional qualification and knockout format typical of the era.
Records from this period are sometimes incomplete; however, the general outcome and participation are supported by historical football archives.